Jakob Fugger of the Lily (German: Jakob Fugger von der Lilie; 6 March 1459 – 30 December 1525), also known as Jakob Fugger the Rich or sometimes Jakob II, was a major German merchant, mining entrepreneur, and banker.

Jakob Fugger, "the Rich" (1459–1525), by Albrecht Dürer. Ulrich's youngest brother Jakob Fugger, born in 1459, was to become the most famous member of the dynasty.

Jakob Fugger und der Deutsche Bauernkrieg (1524/1525) Jakob Fugger nannte die aufständischen Bauern „faules Gesindel.“ Er warf ihnen vor, „sie wollen reich sein, ohne sich anzustrengen“. [22] Um die oftmals in Leibeigenschaft lebenden revoltierenden Bauern zu bekämpfen, stellte der Schwäbische Bund im Auftrag der Fürsten ein Heer ...

Jun 8, 2022 · The man who would become known as Jakob Fugger the Rich was born in 1459, and he had an advantage that few people get, then or now — he was born into a well-to-do family. But through a series of investments made with incredible foresight and a willingness to risk it all, Fugger guided his family to become one of the richest and most ...

Jul 26, 2015 · Albrecht of Hohenzollern, whose family ruled much of the country, wanted the job, and turned to banker Jacob Fugger, then the richest man in the world, to loan him the money.

Jan 30, 2024 · Jakob 'the Rich' Fugger and his family were bankers and merchants who controlled much of Europe's economy in the 15th and 16th centuries. One of Europe's wealthiest families, the Fuggers created kings, gave life to cities and led to a split within the Church.

Oct 14, 2024 · Jakob Fugger, born on March 6, 1459, in the Free Imperial City of Augsburg, was one of the most influential figures in European economic history. Often referred to as “Jakob Fugger the Rich,” he transformed his family’s modest textile business into an economic empire spanning across Europe.

Jakob Fugger (1398 in Augsburg – 1469 in Augsburg) was a German master weaver, town councillor and merchant, as well as the founder of the Fugger dynasty.

Under Jakob Fugger the Rich (1459-1525), the Fugger firm reached its first high point. Through a combination of businesses in precious metals, goods and financing, he was able to become the leading merchant and financier of his time. Jakob Fugger …

May 17, 2018 · Jakob Fugger (1459-1525) was one of Renaissance Europe's wealthiest citizens. His influence in royal circles continued to alter the continent's history for decades after his death.