Joseph II – Reform emperor – son and successor of Maria Theresa
Why was Joseph II called the Reform Emperor? When did he take over the reins of government and how long did he rule together with…
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Napoleon Franz – the only son of Napoleon Bonaparte
What title did the only son from Napleon’s second marriage to Marie-Louise of Austria receive? Where did he spend his childhood and youth? How old…
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Vienna around 1900 – a melting pot of many nationalities
How many inhabitants did Vienna have around 1900? Why did everyone flock to Vienna? What potential for conflict developed during this time? What was this…
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The four in the jeep
Who were the four in the jeep? From when did they take over the zones in Vienna? How were the Viennese districts divided? What happened…
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Luziwuzi – party guy and nestling
A Habsburg is totally out of character, be it through his lifestyle, his way of dressing, his involuntary place of residence and at the same…
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Anna von Lieben – who explored her hysterical soul?
Anna von Lieben or Cäcilie M. – hysterical women were common in Vienna at the turn of the century, but why were only women considered…
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Mozart with Maria Theresa
At a time of many child prodigies, Leopold Mozart, prince-archbishop’s court violinist and court composer from Salzburg, was also blessed with two hopeful children.
