Habsburg Monarchy

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The Rise and Fall of Austria or the Habsburg Empire / Österreich

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Updated: 03 May 2011

Austria was ruled by the Habsburg dynasty from 1278/1282 to 1918. Therefore, historical Austria is also known as the Habsburg Empire or the Habsburg Monarchy. The Habsburgs made Austria a great power in 1477, when they inherited much of what is now the Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg. Soon afterwards they inherited many more lands by their marriage policies. During the 16th century, the Habsburgs ruled over large parts of Europe. Charles V reigned over perhaps a quarter of the European population (not to speak of his enormous American colonial empire). The centuries afterwards Austria remained a great power until World War I, when the nationalistic thoughts in Europe finally divided the old empire into many small states. It's important to put in mind that Austria has always been a "part" of Germany until the 19th century. Indeed, the German Empire didn't exist until 1871, but the Germans (Austrians included) more or less realized they shared a similar language and culture, and the medieval Holy Roman Empire actually was for the most part a German state until it fell apart in the fatal 13th century. Since 1452, the Habsburgs were (with one short exception) the emperors of the Holy Roman Empire, which was by now virtually a very loose confederation of states. However, the position of the Holy Roman Emperor gave the Habsburgs privileges and some sort of loyalty from the German princes, although some monarchs—most notably the Prussian kings—openly contested Habsburg primacy. The Austrians were finally abandoned outside the German Empire in 1871. Music: Johann Strauss II - An der schönen blauen Donau (English title: The Blue Danube), composed in 1866.

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The Great War's Forgotten Realm: Revisiting The Habsburg Monarchy's First World War

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Updated: 16 Sep 2014

On September 11, 2014, John Deak (Notre Dame) gave a talk at the London Global Gateway based on his specialty, and the topic of his forthcoming book, the Habsburg Empire.

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The Great War's Forgotten Realm: Revisiting the Habsburg Monarchy's First World War

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Updated: 16 Jan 2015

For a long time historians have seen the First World War as the last nail in the coffin for the dying Habsburg Empire. Notre Dame’s own Historian John Deak will talk about new, emerging perspectives that fundamentally call into question this classic interpretation and what it may mean for central European history and our understanding of the First World War.

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Habsburg Monarchy

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The Habsburg Monarchy or Empire (occasionally also styled as the Danubian Monarchy) is an unofficial appellation among historians for the countries and provinces that were ruled by the junior Austrian branch of the House of Habsburg until 1780 and then by the successor branch of Habsburg-Lorraine until 1918. The Monarchy was a composite state composed of territories within and outside the Holy Roman Empire, united only in the person of the monarch. The dynastic capital was Vienna, except from 1583 to 1611, when it was moved to Prague. From 1804 to 1867 the Habsburg Monarchy was formally unified as the Austrian Empire, and from 1867 to 1918 as the Austro-Hungarian Empire. The head of the House of Habsburg was often elected Holy Roman Emperor until the Empire's dissolution in 1806. The two entities were never coterminous, as the Habsburg Monarchy covered many lands beyond the Holy Roman Empire, and most of the Empire was ruled by other dynasties. The Habsburg Monarchy did not usually include all the territories ruled by the Habsburgs. The senior branch ruled Spain until 1700, but it is not usually included in the definition of "Habsburg Monarchy" after the reign of Charles V, who divided the dynasty between its Austrian and Spanish branches upon his abdication in 1556. This video is targeted to blind users. Attribution: Article text available under CC-BY-SA Creative Commons image source in video

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Habsburg Monarchy

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Updated: 05 Jul 2015

The Habsburg Monarchy or Empire (occasionally also styled as the Austrian Monarchy and Danubian Monarchy) is an unofficial appellation among historians for the countries and provinces that were ruled by the junior Austrian branch of the House of Habsburg until 1780 and then by the successor branch of Habsburg-Lorraine until 1918. The Monarchy was a composite state composed of territories within and outside the Holy Roman Empire, united only in the person of the monarch. The dynastic capital was Vienna, except from 1583 to 1611, when it was moved to Prague. From 1804 to 1867 the Habsburg Monarchy was formally unified as the Austrian Empire, and from 1867 to 1918 as the Austro-Hungarian Empire. The head of the House of Habsburg was often elected Holy Roman Emperor until the Empire's dissolution in 1806. The two entities were never coterminous, as the Habsburg Monarchy covered many lands beyond the Holy Roman Empire, and most of the Empire was ruled by other dynasties. The Habsburg Monarchy did not usually include all the territories ruled by the Habsburgs. The senior branch ruled Spain until 1700, but it is not usually included in the definition of "Habsburg Monarchy" after the reign of Charles V, who divided the dynasty between its Austrian and Spanish branches upon his abdication in 1556. Video is targeted to blind users Attribution: Article text available under CC-BY-SA image Source in the video. =======Image-Info======= Image is in public domain Author-Info: Sir Iain, earlier version by ThrashedParanoid and Peregrine981.ThrashedParanoid Image Source in the Video =======Image-Info========

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Habsburg Monarchy

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Updated: 05 Aug 2015

The Habsburg Monarchy, also known as the Habsburg Empire, the Austrian Monarchy or the Danubian Monarchy) is a conglomeration of countries and provinces that were ruled by the House of Habsburg or, after 1780, by the succeeding branch of Habsburg-Lorraine. The Monarchy was a composite state composed of territories within and outside the Holy Roman Empire, united only in the person of the monarch. The dynastic capital was Vienna The Habsburgs, centred in Austria, were one of the major houses of the Holy Roman Empire and after 1438 it was almost universally members of the House of Habsburg who were elected Holy Roman Emperor. The two entities were never coterminous, as the Habsburg Monarchy covered many lands beyond the Holy Roman Empire, and much of the Empire was ruled by other dynasties. Not all the territories ruled by the Habsburgs are usually include in the Habsburg Monarchy. Spain, ruled by Habsburg kings from 1516 to 1700 is not included in the definition of "Habsburg Monarchy" after the reign of Charles V, after whose abdication in 1556 the dynasty divided into an Austrian and a Spanish branch. As the Holy Roman Empire was dissolved in 1806, the Habsburg Monarchy was formally unified as the Austrian Empire (1804-1867), and as the Austro-Hungarian Empire (1867-1918). Video is targeted to blind users Attribution: Article text available under CC-BY-SA =======Image-Info======= Image is in public domain Author-Info: Sir Iain, earlier version by ThrashedParanoid and Peregrine981.ThrashedParanoid Image Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Flag_of_the_Habsburg_Monarchy.svg =======Image-Info========

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Habsburg Monarchy 1809-1918

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Habsburg Monarchy 1809-1918. By A J P Taylor. This title presents a history of the Habsburg monarchy from the end of th... http://www.thebookwoods.com/book01/0140134980.html Author of the book in this video: A J P Taylor The book in this video is published by: Penguin Books THE MAKER OF THIS VIDEO IS NOT AFFILIATED WITH OR ENDORSED BY THE PUBLISHING COMPANIES OR AUTHORS OF THE BOOK IN THIS VIDEO. ---- DISCLAIMER --- Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for fair use for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. All content in this video and written content are copyrighted to their respective owners. All book covers and art are copyrighted to their respective publishing companies and/or authors. We do not own, nor claim ownership of any images used in this video. All credit for the images or photography go to their rightful owners.

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The Habsburgs: Rarely Seen Masterpieces from Europe’s Greatest Dynasty, Exhibition Preview

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Updated: 12 Jan 2015

Exhibition Dates: February 15 - May 10, 2015 This sweeping exhibition showcases the amazing history of the Austrian Habsburg Emperors, who commissioned and collected households full of masterpieces by which to display their power. It focuses particularly on the three periods of their greatest flourishing. The first relates the history of the Habsburgs from the dynasty’s origins in the 13th century until the 16th century. The central figure is Maximilian I, during whose reign the Habsburgs achieved world-power status. You’ll see how an international network of political and family relations aided in the amassing of unique collections of art. Devoted to the Age of the Baroque, the second block explores the art, culture, and politics of the 17th and 18th centuries. During this period the House of Habsburg dies out in both Spanish and Austrian male lines, provoking considerable political complications and the loss of Spain. A female heiress, Maria Theresa, succeeded in establishing her right to rule as heir to the Austrian line, becoming the final ruler of the House of Habsburg. Visitors will discover the role of religion, art, and court festivities as instruments propagating the dynasty’s self‐image and claim to rule. Key figures include Leopold Wilhelm, Leopold I, Charles VI, and Maria Theresa. The early 19th century saw the final demise of the Holy Roman Empire and the establishment of the hereditary Austrian Empire. With the growth of nationalism, the empire would be transformed into the dual monarchy of Austria‐Hungary. Key figures of this period are Francis II (I) and Franz Joseph. This section explores the long reign of Emperor Franz Joseph, the founding of the Kunsthistorisches Museum, and the creation of the multinational empire. This empire, characterized by a highly hierarchical social order, is represented by the lavish gowns of the imperial court. At the end of World War I in 1918, it dissolved into its component parts, bringing almost 600 years of Habsburg rule in Europe to an end.

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History Book Review: The Habsburg Monarchy, C. 1765-1918: From Enlightenment to Eclipse by Robin ...

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http://www.HistoryBookMix.com This is the summary of The Habsburg Monarchy, C. 1765-1918: From Enlightenment to Eclipse by Robin Okey.

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Vienna - City of Dreams

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BBC Documentary on Vienna presented by Joseph Leo Koerner

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House of Habsburg

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Updated: 03 Sep 2014
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The House of Habsburg (/ˈhæbs.bɜrɡ/; German pronunciation: [ˈhaːps.bʊʁk]), also spelled Hapsburg, was one of the most important royal houses of Europe. The t...

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House of Habsburg

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The House of Habsburg (/ˈhæps.bɜrɡ/; German pronunciation: [ˈhaːps.bʊʁk]), also called House of Hapsburg, or House of Austria, was one of the most important royal houses of Europe. The throne of the Holy Roman Empire was continuously occupied by the Habsburgs between 1438 and 1740. The house also produced emperors and kings of the Kingdom of Bohemia, Kingdom of England (Jure uxoris King), Kingdom of France (Queen consort), Kingdom of Germany, Kingdom of Hungary, Empire of Russia, Kingdom of Croatia, Second Mexican Empire, Kingdom of Ireland (Jure uxoris King), Kingdom of Portugal, and Habsburg Spain, as well as rulers of several Dutch and Italian principalities. The House takes its name from Habsburg Castle, a fortress built in the 1020s in present-day Switzerland by Count Radbot of Klettgau, who chose to name his fortress Habsburg. His grandson, Otto II, was the first to take the fortress name as his own, adding "Count of Habsburg" to his title. The House of Habsburg gathered dynastic momentum through the 11th, 12th, and 13th centuries. By 1276, Count Radbot's seventh generation descendant, Rudolph of Habsburg, had moved the family's power base from Habsburg Castle to the Duchy of Austria. Rudolph had become King of Germany in 1273, and the dynasty of the House of Habsburg was truly entrenched in 1276 when Rudolph became ruler of Austria, which the Habsburgs ruled until 1918. A series of dynastic marriages enabled the family to vastly expand its domains, to include Burgundy, Spain and its colonial empire, Bohemia, Hungary, and other territories into the inheritance. In the 16th century; the family separated into the senior Habsburg Spain and the junior Habsburg Monarchy branches, who settled their mutual claims in the Oñate treaty. The House of Habsburg became extinct in the 18th century. The senior branch ended upon the death of Charles II of Spain in 1700 and was replaced by the House of Bourbon. The remaining branch went extinct in the male line in 1740 with the death of Holy Roman Emperor Charles VI and completely in 1780 with the death of his eldest daughter, Maria Theresa of Austria. It was succeeded by the Vaudemont branch of the House of Lorraine. The new successor house styled itself formally as House of Habsburg-Lorraine (German: Habsburg-Lothringen), although it was often referred to as simply the House of Habsburg. Video is targeted to blind users Attribution: Article text available under CC-BY-SA image Source in the video. =======Image-Info======= Image is in public domain Artist-Info: Hugo Gerhard Ströhl (1851–1919) Description Austrian heraldist Date of birth/death 24 September 1851 7 December 1919 Location of birth/death Wels Mödling Authority control VIAF: 845023 LCCN: no98095234 GND: 120488574 BnF: cb166079366 ISNI: 0000 0001 0862 1109 WorldCat Lithographie Haufler, Schmutterer & Co. Wien, Verlag von Anton Schroll & Co. Wien Image Source in the Video =======Image-Info========

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Bosniaks: Elite troops of the K.u.K Army in World War I (Habsburg Monarchy)

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Empire Total War Swedish vs Habsburg Monarchy

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Empire total war mod "Colonialism1600 AD", I did something personal changes. I lead 7700 Swedish soldiers against Habsburg Monarchy army nearly 15000 soldiers. At end of the battle I lost nearly 1000 men, and Habsburg Monarchy left more than 10000 corps.

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The Habsburgs: Rarely Seen Masterpieces from Europe's Greatest Dynasty exhibition video

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Habsburg Family jewels documentary

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What Happened to the Habsburgs?

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The Habsburgs were once the most powerful family in Austria, but as they tried to strengthen the bloodline by intermarrying, a lack of genetic diversity ende...

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Czech history 2 - Habsburgs

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Czech history 2 - Habsburgs Habsburg Monarchy Habsburg Empire Bohemia under Habsburgs Ferdinand I., Rudolf II., Thirty Years War, Prague defenestration, Amos...

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"National Anthem of the Kingdom of Hungary" (1867-1918) — Prague Radio Symphony Orchestra

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Following the Austro-Hungarian Compromise of 1867, the Habsburg Empire became the "dual monarchy" of Austria-Hungary. The Austro-Hungarian economy changed dr...

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Charles V and the Holy Roman Empire: Crash Course World History #219

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Get the new Crash Course World History Character poster here: http://store.dftba.com/products/crashcourse-characters-poster In which John Green teaches you about the Holy Roman Empire by teaching you about Charles V. Charles Hapsburg was the holy Roman Emperor, but he was also the King of Spain. And the King of Germany. And the King of Italy and the Lord of the Netherlands and Count Palatine of Burgundy. In short, Charles was runnin' thangs in much of the world during his reign. Charles ruled a lot of countries, and he was also known for encouraging intellectual discourse and he even spoke out against slavery, in a limited. So why did he consider himself a failure, and why did he break up the Empire when he abdicated in 1556? Mainly because the Holy Roman Empire didn't work very well. It was huge, and it didn't have any means of directly raising taxes. Plus, it was a pretty crazy time in Europe anyway, and Charles found himself in charge of the Catholic-Church-Endorsed Empire in the time of Martin Luther and the Protestant Reformation. John will teach you a bit about how Charles put the Empire together, and how it fell apart, and even talk a bit about the Diet of Worms. This episode was written by Neal Schulz, but we messed up the onscreen credits. Thanks, and great work, Neal. You can directly support Crash Course at http://www.subbable.com/crashcourse Subscribe for as little as $0 to keep up with everything we're doing. Free is nice, but if you can afford to pay a little every month, it really helps us to continue producing this content.

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The Habsburg Empire

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History is coming to life with the incredible story of The Habsburg Empire. Come see the cultural impact of this diverse dynasty.

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A Tumultuous Love Story Inside the Habsburg Empire

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Learn more about The Accidental Empress at http://books.simonandschuster.com/Accidental-Empress/Allison-Pataki/9781476790220?mcd=vd_youtube_book New York Times bestselling author Allison Pataki follows up on her critically acclaimed debut novel, The Traitor’s Wife, with the little-known and tumultuous love story of “Sisi” the Austro-Hungarian Empress and captivating wife of Emperor Franz Joseph (of the Habsburg Empire, Europe’s most powerful ruling family in the mid-1800s).

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Georg v. Habsburg 2007.mov

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Georg von Habsburg wird auf einem geselligen Ereignis zu seiner Einstellung zur Monarchie gefragt. Georg von Habsburg is asked about his attitude towards mon...

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Obama's quest to leave a lasting mark on race

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06 Sep 2015

Of all the issues Barack Obama has tackled as president, race is certainly the most sensitive – and personal. Now on the homestretch, President Obama continues to break new ground. He is tackling mass incarceration and racial segregation in the suburbs. In July, he became the first president to visit a federal prison, and commuted the sentences of 46 nonviolent drug offenders, who are disproportionately black and Hispanic ... Recommended....

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NASA's new spacecraft may hitchhike across galaxy

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WASHINGTON. NASA scientists have designed the concept of a spacecraft that would hitch rides on comets and asteroids by spearing them with tethers. Comet Hitchhiker is a concept for orbiting and landing on comets and asteroids using the kinetic energy - the energy of motion - of these small bodies ... Next, the spacecraft would reel out the tether while applying a brake that harvests energy while the spacecraft accelerates ... ....

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Migrants walk from the main station in Dortmund, Germany, to a hall where they get first attendance Sunday, Sept. 6, 2015.

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In EU and US, virulent immigration debate strains solidarity

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06 Sep 2015

The United States and the European Union project themselves as models for the world when it comes to democracy and human rights. Yet a common issue — migration — is bitterly dividing each of them, testing whether they can maintain solidarity amid virulent debate over border controls, deportations and national values ... In the U.S., the influx of immigrants entering illegally has eased recently, but the political rhetoric is red-hot ... ___....

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Lives Undeserving of Life?

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05 Sep 2015

Article by WN.com Correspondent Dallas Darling. Before Germany and Austria finally agreed to allow thousands of immigrants to cross their borders, it appeared once again that thousands of fleeing refugees would become casualties of "lives undeserving of life."(1) Indeed, and starting in 1941, millions of so-called undesirables across Europe were also considered "lives undeserving of life." ... The U.S ... General Dwight D ... (1) Jones, Adam ... 27....

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Guatemalans wait in line during general elections at a polling station in San Juan Sacatepequez, Guatemala, Sunday Sept. 6, 2015.

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Morales Takes Early Lead in Guatemala's Presidential Election

Bloomberg

07 Sep 2015

Comedian Jimmy Morales took an initial lead in Guatemala’s presidential elections on Sunday, with no candidate near the 50 percent threshold required to avoid an October runoff. With ballots from about 31 percent of precincts counted, Morales, who railed against “traditional politicians” in a year that saw the country’s president, vice president and central bank chief jailed, had 26 percent support ... 25 ... for migrants and drugs ... in Miami ... ....

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Stroll through History / Dr.-Karl-Renner-Ring in Vienna / Politician honored for fooling Stalin

The Japan News

27 Jul 2015

By Yutaka Ishiguro / Yomiuri Shimbun CorrespondentThe five-kilometer-long road that encircles the historic center of Vienna is called the “Ring Road.” Every section of a few hundred meters of the road is given a different name after nearby buildings and history ... Slide 1 of 4. PrevNext ... The Yomiuri Shimbun ... Renner was the first prime minister of the Austrian Republic — from 1918 to 1920 — after the collapse of the Habsburg Monarchy ... + - ... ....

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Vienna giddies up as famous Spanish Riding School turns 450

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26 Jun 2015

As masters of the Lipizzaners, the world's most distinguished horse breed, the Spanish Riding School in Vienna celebrates its 450th anniversary with gala performances and a glittering summer ball this weekend ... The Lipizzan lineage dates back to the 16th century, when it was developed exclusively by Habsburg monarchy ... nla/fg. ....

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sameness and difference at the Eurovision Song Contest 2015 Vienna

Topix

02 Jun 2015

Part advertising slogan, part imperial nostalgia about the multicultural past of the Habsburg Monarchy, part recognition of Austria's willingness to accept a higher percentage of refugees amid its population than any other European nation, the claim that "Vienna is different" became a source of self-identity and tolerance during a quarter-century ......

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FIVB Beach Volleyball World Tour this week at women’s FIVB Prague Open (FIVB - Fédération Internationale de Volleyball)

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18 May 2015

(Source. FIVB - Fédération Internationale de Volleyball). FIVB Beach Volleyball World Tour this week at women's FIVB Prague Open. After winning their country's first gold medal last year on the FIVB Beach Volleyball World Tour, Czech Republic's Market Slukova, left, and Kristyna Kolocova return to defend their title this week at the FIVB Prague Open ... It was an important city to the Habsburg Monarchy and its Austro-Hungarian Empire....

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Speech by the Prime Minister Cerar at the Consultations of Slovenian Diplomats: "Credibility is of crucial importance for the reputation of our country" (Office of the Prime Minister of the Republic of Slovenia)

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07 Jan 2015

(Source. Office of the Prime Minister of the Republic of Slovenia). 7. 1. 2015 Speech by the Prime Minister Cerar at the Consultations of Slovenian Diplomats. "Credibility is of crucial importance for the reputation of our country". Distinguished Minister,. distinguished ambassadors, ... this is credibility ... For centuries we belonged to the Habsburg Monarchy and still today we can admire the work of our compatriots in Vienna ... (noodl....

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Did Europe sleepwalk into the Great War?

The Hindu

04 Aug 2014

A Stygian night descended upon Europe in August 1914 ... Was this inevitable? ... Taylor’s acidulous masterpieces, The Habsburg Monarchy (1948), The First World War ... Beatty cogently retells events leading up to the Sarajevo assassination, remarking that Franz Ferdinand, while possessing a thoroughly unattractive personality, was nevertheless the sole restraining force in the decaying Habsburg monarchy’s lurch towards war ... Keywords....

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Sarajevo 1914 or: when the earth shouldn't have quaked

The Hindu

26 Jun 2014

xenophobic, reactionary, overbearing, he was allegedly hostile to the aspirations of the oppressed nationalities in the lands ruled by the Habsburg dynasty ... an Illustrated History (1966) and the acidulous The Habsburg Monarchy (1948), still remain the best works on that period ... Archduke Franz Ferdinand, The Guns of August, Habsburg dynasty, A.J.P. Taylor, The Habsburg Monarchy ....

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When the earth shouldn’t have quaked

The Hindu

26 Jun 2014

xenophobic, reactionary, overbearing, he was allegedly hostile to the aspirations of the oppressed nationalities in the lands ruled by the Habsburg dynasty ... an Illustrated History (1966) and the acidulous The Habsburg Monarchy (1948), still remain the best works on that period ... The best insight into the hypocrisy and decaying splendour of the Habsburgs is provided by Istvan Szabo’s 1985 film, Colonel Redl....

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The Unbearable Lightness of Prague

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20 Jun 2014

If Prague were a planet, circling and spinning past the sun, it would be one that sends back light to those who take the time to look. A Mercury or Mars, let's say ... Berlin, I'd guessed, or Warsaw ... I cheer too ... Once known as the Kingdom of Bohemia, Czechs have been incorporated in the Habsburg monarchy, merged into Czechoslovakia, and held under the yoke of Soviet-bloc communism before peacefully splitting off from Slovakia in 1993 ... ....

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A Historical Perspective

Huffington Post

10 Jun 2014

Yet the logic holds surprisingly well--a major reason why Ukrainians are attracted to the EU today is because it is a democratic, successful version, with all its faults, of what the Habsburg Monarchy should have been ... It is no accident that part of what is now Western Ukraine was once part of the Habsburg Monarchy....

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Europe's Most Embarrassing Anachronism? Paradise Saved?

Huffington Post

10 Jun 2014

Even a cursory study of Christoph Clark's brilliant book The Sleepwalkers or of Manfred Rauchensteiner's Der Erste Weltkrieg und das Ende der Habsburger Monarchie -- two of the most recent additions to World War One secondary literature -- allows one to quickly discover the complex, kaleidoscopic political reality of pre-WWI Europe, particularly ......

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Having a ball in Vienna for a good cause

The Dallas Morning News

02 May 2014

VIENNA — The dancers whirl, debutantes in white gowns and long white gloves, their handsome escorts in black tails and white bow ties ... The music ends and the conductor calls “Alles walzer,” inviting everyone to join in ... Ball capital of the world. Formal balls surged in popularity in Vienna in 1814-15, when royals and politicians from across Europe came to the capital of the Habsburg monarchy to redefine borders after Napoleon’s defeat....

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Austria: Tourists can live like royalty at Vienna's Schoenbrunn Palace

Canberra Times

31 Mar 2014

Vienna's opulent Schoenbrunn Palace, the former summer residence of the imperial Habsburg family, will open its doors to tourists looking to spend the night like Emperor Franz Josef and Empress Sisi ... The late 17th-century rococo palace was once the secondary residence of the Habsburg monarchy, which ruled the Austro-Hungarian empire until 1918....