Franz Joseph I of Austria
Austrian Emperor and monarch
Born
August 18th, 1830
194 years ago
Died
November 21st, 1916
108 years ago — 86 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Austria
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Ruled as Emperor of Austria and King of Hungary from 1848 until death in 1916. Oversaw significant events such as the Austro-Prussian War, the Austro-Hungarian Compromise of 1867, and World War I. His reign faced various national movements within the empire, leading to challenges in maintaining control over diverse ethnic groups. Aimed to modernize the empire while balancing power struggles with neighboring nations.
Oversaw the Austro-Hungarian Compromise of 1867
Faced the challenges of World War I
Ruled during the unification of Italy
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