 However, he remained loyal to Charles V during the war of the league of Schmalkalden, and was able thus to increase his territories, obtaining Delmenhorst in 1547.One of Anton's brothers, Count Christopher of Oldenburg (c. 1506-1560) also won a reputation as a soldier.Anton's grandson, Anton Günther (1583-1667), who succeeded in 1603 significantly enlarged and enriched his territories.