Historical Events tagged with "baden"
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Baden Withdraws from German Confederation
The Grand Duchy of Baden declared its withdrawal from the German Confederation and entered into a treaty of peace and alliance with Prussia. This pivotal moment occurred during a time of shifting alliances in Central Europe, influenced by the outcomes of the Austro-Prussian War. The Grand Ducal government aimed to align more closely with Prussia, signaling its support for Prussian leadership in the unification movement of Germany.
Continue ReadingFormation of the Confederation of the Rhine
Under Napoleon Bonaparte's influence, several German states broke from the Holy Roman Empire to form the Confederation of the Rhine. This coalition included Bavaria, Baden, Württemberg, and thirteen minor principalities. Its establishment marked a shift in the balance of power within Europe during the Napoleonic Wars, as these states sought greater autonomy and alignment with France.
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