Electorate of Württemberg: Map & History
The Electorate of Württemberg was a short-lived state of the Holy Roman Empire on the right bank of the Rhine.
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The Electorate of Württemberg was a short-lived state of the Holy Roman Empire on the right bank of the Rhine. In 1803, the Imperial diet raised the Duchy of Württemberg to an Electorate, the highest form of a princedom in the Holy Roman Empire. However, soon afterward, on 1 January 1806, the last Elector assumed the title of King of Württemberg. Later, the last Emperor, Francis II, abolished de facto the empire on 6 August 1806.
Electorate of Württemberg in Depth
History
Charles Eugene, Duke of Württemberg left no legitimate heirs and was succeeded by his two brothers, first Louis Eugene (died 1795), who was childless, and Frederick II Eugene (died 1797). Frederick II Eugene served in the army of Frederick the Great, to whom he was related by marriage, and then managed his family's estates around Montbéliard. He educated his children in the Protestant faith as francophones, and all members of the subsequent Württemberg royal family were descended from him. Thus, when his son became duke in 1797 as Frederick III, Protestantism returned to the ducal household, and the royal house adhered to this faith thereafter.
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Electorate of Württemberg: Key Facts
| Capital | Stuttgart |
|---|---|
| Official language | German |
| Founded | 1803 |
| Dissolved | 1806 |
Facts from Wikidata Q2172530 (CC0).
Electorate of Württemberg: Frequently Asked Questions
When did Electorate of Württemberg exist?
Electorate of Württemberg is dated to 1803 CE – 1805 CE, in the Industrial era.
What was the capital of Electorate of Württemberg?
The capital of Electorate of Württemberg was Stuttgart.
How large was Electorate of Württemberg at its peak?
At its peak in 1805 Electorate of Württemberg covered about 10,032 km².
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