Franz VI, Holy Roman Emperor
18th century Habsburg Holy Roman Emperor
1685 — 1740
Quick Facts
Profession
18th century Habsburg Holy Roman Emperor
Born
October 1, 1685
Died
1740 (age ~55)
Name Origin
German
Timeline
monarch, art collector
SpainBorn in ViennaDied in Vienna
1685
Born in Vienna (1685-10-01)
1706
Positionmonarch of the Crown of Aragon (1706–1714)
1711
PositionHoly Roman Emperor (1711–1740)
1711
PositionApostolic King of Hungary (1711–1740)
1711
PositionKing of Bohemia (1711–1740)
1713
PositionKing of Sardinia and Corsica (1713–1720)
About
Charles VI was Holy Roman Emperor and ruler of the Austrian Habsburg monarchy from 1711 until his death, succeeding his elder brother, Joseph I. He unsuccessfully claimed the throne of Spain following the death of his relative, Charles II. In 1708, he married Elisabeth Christine of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel, by whom he had his four children: Leopold Johann, Maria Theresa, Maria Anna, and Maria Amalia.
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Who is Franz VI, Holy Roman Emperor?+
Charles VI was Holy Roman Emperor and ruler of the Austrian Habsburg monarchy from 1711 until his death, succeeding his elder brother, Joseph I. He unsuccessfully claimed the throne of Spain following the death of his relative, Charles II. In 1708, he married Elisabeth Christine of Brunswick-Wolfenb
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 VI, Holy Roman Emperor born?+
Franz VI, Holy Roman Emperor was born on October 1, 1685.
When did Franz VI, Holy Roman Emperor die?+
Franz VI, Holy Roman Emperor died in 1740, at approximately 55 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 — October 1, 1685
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Libra
Diplomatic, gracious, fair-minded
Air · Venus · Sep 23 – Oct 22
Chinese Zodiac
Ox
Diligent, dependable, strong
Wood · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
11 Chicchan
Serpent — life force, instinct, passion
Celtic Tree
Ivy
Loyal, compassionate, giving
Ogham: Gort · Sep 30 – Oct 27
Birthstone: Opal — Hope, creativity
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