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Invasion of Bohemia

When
August 1744
Where
Bohemian frontier
Part of
Prague Surrenders to Prussia

Frederick invaded Bohemia in August 1744, beginning the Second Silesian War.

After renewing his alliance with France, Frederick preemptively invaded Bohemia in August 1744. This military action marked the start of the Second Silesian War and targeted Austrian holdings in the region.

Sources

  1. Frederick the Great Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-27

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