Frederick III

Frederick III was born to Ernest the Iron, Duke of Austria, and Cymburgis of Masovia in Innsbruck, Austria.

At the age of 9, Frederick III inherited the Duchies of Styria, Carinthia, and Carniola upon the death of his father, Ernest the Iron.

Frederick III married Eleanor of Portugal, strengthening the Habsburg alliance with the Portuguese royal family.

Frederick III was elected King of the Romans, marking the beginning of his rule over the Holy Roman Empire.

Frederick III formally began his reign as King of Germany, consolidating his power and authority.

Frederick III participated in the Battle of Pfaffenhofen, a significant engagement in the Hussite Wars, against the Hussite forces.

Frederick III was crowned Holy Roman Emperor by Pope Nicholas V in Rome, solidifying his imperial status.

Frederick III and Eleanor of Portugal welcomed their son, Maximilian I, who would later become a significant Habsburg ruler.

Frederick III founded the Order of the Golden Fleece, a prestigious chivalric order to promote Christian values and Habsburg interests.

Frederick III faced a significant conflict with Pope Pius II over the appointment of bishops and the authority of the Holy See.

Frederick III arranged the marriage of his son Maximilian to Mary of Burgundy, significantly expanding Habsburg territories.

Frederick III signed the Peace of Olomouc with King Matthias Corvinus of Hungary, resolving long-standing territorial disputes.

Frederick III's wife, Eleanor of Portugal, passed away, marking a personal loss for the emperor.

Frederick III abdicated in favor of his son Maximilian I, although he retained the title of emperor until his death.

Frederick III died in Linz, Austria, after a long and significant reign as Holy Roman Emperor and King of Germany.