Episode 2 of 2

Conflict with Alexandru cel Rău

When
May 1593
Where
Wallachia
Part of
Mihai Viteazul becomes Prince of Wallachia

In May 1593, open conflict broke out between Michael and Prince Alexandru cel Rău, compelling Michael to flee Wallachia for Transylvania.

Despite holding the position of Ban of Craiova, Michael faced direct opposition from the ruling prince. The escalation of tensions in May 1593 forced him to leave the territory and seek refuge at the court of Sigismund Báthory in Transylvania.

Sources

  1. Michael the Brave Wikipedia, revision of 2026-07-24

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