Franz Franz Ferdinand of Austria
heir presumptive to the throne of Austria-Hungary (1863–1914)
1863 — 1914
Quick Facts
Profession
heir presumptive to the throne of Austria-Hungary (1863–1914)
Born
December 18, 1863
Died
1914 (age ~51)
Name Origin
German
Timeline
politician
CisleithaniaBorn in GrazDied in Sarajevo
1863
Born in Graz (1863-12-18)
1884
PositionMember of the House of Lords (Austria)
1908
AwardKnight of the Order of the Elephant
1914
Died in Sarajevo
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Archduke Franz Ferdinand Carl Ludwig Joseph Maria of Austria was the heir presumptive to the throne of Austria-Hungary. His assassination in Sarajevo was the most immediate cause of World War I.
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Who is Franz Franz Ferdinand of Austria?+
Archduke Franz Ferdinand Carl Ludwig Joseph Maria of Austria was the heir presumptive to the throne of Austria-Hungary. His assassination in Sarajevo was the most immediate cause of World War I.
What does the name Franz mean?+
The name Franz means "A male given name from Latin, rare in English.. Etymology: From Franz. Francis.". It is of German origin.
When was Franz Franz Ferdinand of Austria born?+
Franz Franz Ferdinand of Austria was born on December 18, 1863.
When did Franz Franz Ferdinand of Austria die?+
Franz Franz Ferdinand of Austria died in 1914, at approximately 51 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Latin, rare in English.. Etymology: From Franz. Francis.
The name Franz is of German origin, meaning "A male given name from Latin, rare in English.. Etymology: From Franz. Francis.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Franz — December 18, 1863
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Sagittarius
Optimistic, adventurous, generous
Fire · Jupiter · Nov 22 – Dec 21
Chinese Zodiac
Pig
Compassionate, generous, diligent
Water · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
10 Men
Eagle — vision, freedom, higher mind
Celtic Tree
Elder
Free spirit, philosophical, wild
Ogham: Ruis · Nov 25 – Dec 23
Birthstone: Tanzanite — Transformation, new beginnings
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