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Pragmatic Sanction
Maria Theresa, the daughter of King Charles VI, recieves land from her father. After Maria Theresa's husband, Charles Albert of Baravia, became the Holy Roman Emperor, Maria recieved part of the throne and she was known as emperoress. She inherited all the Habsburg lands. -
Frederick II of Prussia
Frederick the Great He was the king of Prussia. He signed the Treaty of amity and commerce, and expanded territory. -
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The War of Austrian Succession
Austrian Succession Persia seized Silesia which started this war.
Barvaria, Spain, France, Persia vs. G.B., Netherlands, Russia, Austria
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The Diplomatic Revolution
Diplomatic Reversal of alliances. Stop other countries from gaining power. -
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The Seven Years' War
Global military war. Involved just about all of Europe. Lasted seven years. Resulted in the Treaties of Saint Petersburg, Paris, Hubertusburg, Hamburg. -
Peter III of Russia
Peter Peter was the czar of Russia and was overthrown and assainated. He was unpopular and his wife's nobles killed him so his wife could take over his throne.
