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Imperial Victory at Mühlberg

When
24 April 1547
Where
Mühlberg
Part of
Battle of Mühlberg

Charles V's forces routed the Schmalkaldic League army near Mühlberg, capturing key Protestant leaders and ending the war.

On 24 April 1547, Imperial troops decisively defeated the League forces near Mühlberg. The battle resulted in the capture of Elector Johann Frederick and other leaders, effectively ending the Schmalkaldic War and the League's military resistance.

Sources

  1. Schmalkaldic League Wikipedia, revision of 2026-07-19
  2. Battle of Mühlberg Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-20

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