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Dual Monarchy of Austria-Hungary

Definition

The Dual Monarchy was established in 1867 when Austria and Hungary joined together under one monarch but maintained separate parliaments and administrations.

Related terms

Compromise of 1867 (Ausgleich): An agreement that created the Dual Monarchy by giving Hungary more autonomy while keeping it tied to Austria under one ruler.

Magyarization: A policy aimed at assimilating all citizens of Hungary into Magyars (Hungarians). This policy was implemented after the establishment of dual monarchy.

Franz Joseph I: He was Emperor of Austria, King of Hungary, and monarch of other states in the Austro-Hungarian Empire, from 2 December 1848 until his death on 21 November 1916.

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  • AP European History - 7.2 Nationalism

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