Cardinal-Infante Ferdinand of Austria

Austrian cardinal and military leader

Cardinal-Infante Ferdinand of Austria - Austrian cardinal and military leader
Born

1610
415 years ago

Died

November 9th, 1641
383 years ago — 31 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Austria

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A member of the Habsburg dynasty, served as a cardinal and military leader during the Thirty Years' War. Influenced military campaigns in the Spanish Netherlands, holding key positions such as Governor of the Spanish Netherlands. Known for significant contributions to military strategies and church affairs. Played a crucial role in the defense and administration of territories during a period of political and religious turmoil in Europe.

Governed the Spanish Netherlands from 1634 to 1641

Participated in the Thirty Years' War

Promoted military reforms and strategies

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