Electorate of Salzburg: Map & History
The Electorate of Salzburg was an electoral principality of the Holy Roman Empire that existed from 1803 to 1805.
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The Electorate of Salzburg was an electoral principality of the Holy Roman Empire that existed from 1803 to 1805. It was established as the secular successor state to the Prince-Archbishopric of Salzburg following the German mediatisation of 1803 and was ruled by Ferdinand III, Grand Duke of Tuscany.
Electorate of Salzburg in Depth
History
In 1800 the territory of the Prince-Archbishopric had been occupied by French forces during the War of the Second Coalition, whereby Prince-Archbishop Count Hieronymus von Colloredo fled to Vienna. Augmented by the Berchtesgaden Provostry and parts of the former prince-bishoprics of Eichstätt and Passau, his lands were reorganized as the Electorate of Salzburg, created for Archduke Ferdinand of Habsburg-Lorraine, younger brother of Emperor Francis II.
Ferdinand had held the Grand Duchy of Tuscany until 1801, when Emperor Francis had to cede the rule over Tuscany to France and Louis of Bourbon-Parma according to the Treaty of Lunéville. The grand duke, on good terms with Napoleon, reached his compensation with the former archbishopric in December 1802.
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Electorate of Salzburg: Key Facts
| Capital | Salzburg |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1803 |
| Dissolved | 1805 |
Facts from Wikidata Q646390 (CC0).
Electorate of Salzburg Timeline
Key historical inflections from foundation to peak territorial expansion
Expansion to peak recorded area of 8,669 km² in 1804 CE.
Electorate of Salzburg: Frequently Asked Questions
When did Electorate of Salzburg exist?
Electorate of Salzburg is dated to 1803 CE – 1805 CE, in the Industrial era.
What was the capital of Electorate of Salzburg?
The capital of Electorate of Salzburg was Salzburg.
How large was Electorate of Salzburg at its peak?
At its peak in 1804 Electorate of Salzburg covered about 8,669 km².
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