Founding of Karlovac
- When
- 1579–1589
- Where
- Karlovac
- Episodes
- 3
Karlovac was founded in 1579 by the Habsburgs to strengthen southern defenses against Ottoman encroachment. Construction began on 13 July 1579 under the name Karlstadt, with the fortress largely complete by 1580.
Episodes
- Construction Begins
Construction of the settlement began on 13 July 1579 under the name Karlstadt.
- First Church Construction
The first church of the Holy Trinity was built in the central square in 1580.
- Fortress Completion
The fortress was largely complete by September 1580, with defensive works finishing later.
Background and detail
Founding and Construction. Construction began on 13 July 1579, naming the settlement Karlstadt after the ruling family. The fortress was largely finished by September 1580, while moats and ramparts were completed between 1582 and 1589.
Sources
- Karlovac Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-04
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