Maxmillian II

Maxmillian II.

Maxmillian von und zu Habsburg, boh. Maximílian II., *1584 – †1646

He was since 1609 appointed as a margrave of Moravia to gain experience in administration. When his father Rudolf died, 1616, he being 32 years old become Bohemian king as Maxmillian II. He married Venedic princess Julia of Vasa (daughter of Sigismund III. Vasa) to tide bounds to Republic of Both Nations. He had one son, Rudolf and four daughters. His reign was in a sign of consolidation.

Preceded by: king Rudolf II.

Bohemian king 1616-1646

Succeeded by: king Rudolf III.