Biography of Karl Alexander von Thurn und Taxis

Karl Alexander von Thurn und Taxis (* 22. February 1770 in Regensburg; † 15. July 1827 in Dischingen) was a 5. Fürst von Thurn und Taxis, Postorganisator. He was 57 years old. He was married to Therese zu Mecklenburg. He had at least 7 children (3 sons and 4 daughters). His education included University of Strasbourg, University of Würzburg and Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz. He was awarded the Knight of the Order of the Golden Fleece. He was buried at St. Emmeram's Abbey.