John George I was elector of Saxony, 1611-1656. * born 1585, son of Christian I, Elector of Saxony, and Sophie of Brandenburg * married, 1604, Sibylle Elizabeth of Württemberg * married, 1607, Magdalene Sibylle of Prussia; 7 children survived infancy * Elector of Saxony from 1611 * supported the Emperor 1619-1622 * at war with the Emperor 1631-1635 * at war with the Swedes 1636-1645 * died 1656 To find news stories that mention John George I, click on "What links here" in the My Tools menu at the bottom of the page.