Episode 2 of 3
Formal War Declaration
- When
- November 1702
- Where
- Imperial Diet
The Imperial Diet formally declared Reichskrieg against France in November 1702, marking a key escalation.
Following diplomatic failures and Philip's accession, the Imperial Diet formally declared Reichskrieg against France in November 1702. This formalized the conflict that had been escalating since 1701.
Sources
- War of the Spanish Succession Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-27
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