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Election as King of the Romans
- When
- 22 December 1636
- Where
- Regensburg
Ferdinand III was elected King of the Romans at the Diet of Regensburg on 22 December 1636, securing his position as the designated successor to the imperial throne.
The election took place at the Diet of Regensburg, a key political assembly. This step was necessary to establish his claim to the imperial crown before the death of his father, ensuring a smooth transition of power within the Habsburg dynasty.
Sources
- Ferdinand III, Holy Roman Emperor Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-20
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