Gabriel Báthory
Prince of Transylvania
Born
August 15th, 1589
436 years ago
Died
October 27th, 1613
412 years ago — 24 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Transylvania
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Born in 1589, served as Prince of Transylvania from 1608 to 1613. Led Transylvania during a time of political instability and faced external pressures from the Habsburg Empire and the Ottoman Empire. Advocated for Protestant interests and sought to maintain autonomy for the principality. Oversaw military conflicts and diplomatic negotiations to strengthen Transylvania's position in the region. His reign was marked by efforts to solidify governance and improve internal administration.
Reigned as Prince of Transylvania
Fought against Habsburg influence
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