Life
- 1608Born · Graz
- 1637Holy Roman Emperor
- 1637Apostolic King of Hungary
- 1637King of Bohemia
- 1657Died · Vienna
- —Prince-Elector
Their story
Ferdinand III, born in Graz in 1608, ascended to the prestigious title of Holy Roman Emperor. His reign, which concluded with his death in Vienna in 1657, was a period of significant European upheaval. Beyond his imperial role, he also held the esteemed titles of Apostolic King of Hungary and King of Bohemia, reflecting his wide-ranging influence and authority within the Habsburg domains. He was also a Prince-Elector, further solidifying his position within the Holy Roman Empire's intricate political structure. His life was inextricably linked to the complex political and religious landscape of 17th-century Europe.
Family
Parents: Ferdinand II Habsburg
Partner: Maria Anna of Spain Habsburg, Maria Leopoldine of Austria Habsburg
Children: Archduchess Maria Anna Josepha of Austria Habsburg, Eleonore of Austria Habsburg, Mariana of Austria Habsburg, Ferdinand IV Habsburg, Leopold I Habsburg, Archduke Charles Joseph of Austria Habsburg
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