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6 days ago · This is a list of Hungarian monarchs; it includes the grand princes (895–1000) and the kings and ruling queens of Hungary (1000–1918). Holy Crown of Hungary. The Hungarian Grand Principality was established around 895, following the 9th-century Hungarian conquest of the Carpathian Basin.
6 days ago · Maria Theresa being crowned Queen Regnant of Hungary, St. Martin's Cathedral, Pressburg Maria Theresa as the Queen Regnant of Hungary Immediately after her accession, a number of European sovereigns who had recognised Maria Theresa as heir broke their promises.
1 day ago · Charles V [c] [d] (24 February 1500 – 21 September 1558) was Holy Roman Emperor and Archduke of Austria from 1519 to 1556, King of Spain from 1516 to 1556, and Lord of the Netherlands as titular Duke of Burgundy from 1506 to 1555. He was heir to and then head of the rising House of Habsburg.
Jun 18, 2024 · Catherine II, called Catherine the Great, reigned over Russia for 34 years—longer than any other female in Russian history. As empress, Catherine westernized Russia. She led her country into full participation in the political and cultural life of Europe.
Jun 24, 2024 · On Nov. 17, the Catholic Church celebrates the life and example of St. Elizabeth of Hungary, a medieval noblewoman who responded to personal tragedy by embracing St. Francis' ideals of poverty...
5 days ago · Bartholomeus Stroebel’s “Feast of Herod,” which we saw Aug. 29 for the anniversary of the martyrdom of St. John the Baptist shows us how “eating, drinking and being merry” can cost a man a life. But riches and power can also enrich another man’s life. That’s the story of St. Elizabeth of Hungary.
Jun 27, 2024 · St Elizabeth of Hungary was a thirteenth century royal of Hungary who married, had children, and devoted herself to God and service of the poor. When her husband died she chose a celibate life, built a hospital, and served the needy there.
