Ferdinand II

Archduke of Austria during the Thirty Years' War

Ferdinand II - Archduke of Austria during the Thirty Years' War
Born

March 10th, 1452
573 years ago

Died

January 24th, 1595
430 years ago — 142 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Austria

Links & References

Ferdinand II served as the Holy Roman Emperor from 1619 until 1637 and was a key figure during the early stages of the Thirty Years' War. Born into the House of Habsburg, he became Archduke of Austria and the King of Bohemia. His reign was marked by the contentious conflict between Catholic and Protestant states in the empire. He sought to strengthen the Habsburg influence and restore Catholic supremacy, leading to significant military engagements. His policies contributed to the escalation of the Thirty Years' War, which devastated large parts of Europe.

Served as Holy Roman Emperor from 1619 to 1637

Played a central role in the Thirty Years' War

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