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{{Infobox | | native_name = České království | ||
|native_name = České království | | conventional_long_name = Kingdom of Bohemia | ||
|conventional_long_name = Kingdom of Bohemia | | common_name = Bohemia | ||
|common_name = Bohemia | | status = State of the Holy Roman Empire | ||
|status = State of the Holy Roman Empire | | year_start = 1198 | ||
|year_start = 1198 | | year_end = 1918 | ||
|year_end = 1918 | | event_start = Coronation of Ottokar I | ||
|event_start = | | event_end = Dissolution of Austria-Hungary | ||
|event_end = Dissolution of Austria-Hungary | | capital = Prague | ||
| government_type = Monarchy | |||
| title_leader = King | |||
| leader1 = Ottokar I (first) | |||
| leader2 = Charles IV (notable) | |||
| leader3 = Charles I (last) | |||
|capital = | |||
|government_type = Monarchy | |||
|title_leader = King | |||
|leader1 = | |||
|leader2 = | |||
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The '''Kingdom of Bohemia''' | The '''Kingdom of Bohemia''' was a significant historical state in Central Europe, which existed from 1198 until 1918. It was a part of the [[Holy Roman Empire]] and later the [[Austro-Hungarian Empire]]. The kingdom was centered around the region of Bohemia, which is now part of the modern-day [[Czech Republic]]. | ||
==History== | ==History== | ||
The Kingdom of Bohemia was established in 1198 when [[Ottokar I of Bohemia]] was crowned as king. This marked the elevation of the Duchy of Bohemia to a kingdom, granting it greater autonomy and prestige within the Holy Roman Empire. | |||
The Kingdom of Bohemia was established in 1198 when | |||
=== | ===Medieval Period=== | ||
During the medieval period, the Kingdom of Bohemia was a powerful and influential state. Under the reign of [[Charles IV, Holy Roman Emperor]], who was also King of Bohemia, the kingdom reached its zenith. Charles IV founded the [[Charles University in Prague]] in 1348, which is the oldest university in Central Europe. | |||
===Hussite Wars=== | |||
In the early 15th century, the kingdom was the center of the [[Hussite Wars]], a series of religious conflicts initiated by the followers of [[Jan Hus]], a reformer who was burned at the stake in 1415. The wars had a profound impact on the region and led to significant social and religious changes. | |||
===Habsburg Rule=== | ===Habsburg Rule=== | ||
In 1526, the Kingdom of Bohemia came under the | In 1526, the Kingdom of Bohemia came under the control of the [[Habsburg Monarchy]] following the death of King [[Louis II of Hungary and Bohemia]] at the [[Battle of Mohács]]. The Habsburgs ruled Bohemia until the end of World War I. | ||
=== | ===Modern Era=== | ||
The Kingdom of Bohemia | The Kingdom of Bohemia was dissolved in 1918 following the collapse of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. The lands of the former kingdom became part of the newly established [[Czechoslovakia]]. | ||
==Geography== | ==Geography== | ||
The Kingdom of Bohemia was located in the | The Kingdom of Bohemia was located in the heart of Europe, bordered by [[Germany]], [[Poland]], [[Austria]], and [[Moravia]]. The capital city was [[Prague]], which served as a major cultural and political center. | ||
==Culture== | ==Culture== | ||
Bohemia | Bohemia was known for its rich cultural heritage, including contributions to art, music, and literature. The kingdom was home to many notable figures, such as the composer [[Bedřich Smetana]] and the writer [[Franz Kafka]]. | ||
==Economy== | ==Economy== | ||
The economy of the Kingdom of Bohemia was based on agriculture, mining, and trade. The region was rich in natural resources, including silver, which | The economy of the Kingdom of Bohemia was traditionally based on agriculture, mining, and trade. The region was rich in natural resources, including silver, which contributed to its wealth and prosperity. | ||
== | ==Also see== | ||
* [[Holy Roman Empire]] | * [[Holy Roman Empire]] | ||
* [[ | * [[Austro-Hungarian Empire]] | ||
* [[ | * [[Czech Republic]] | ||
* [[Hussite Wars]] | |||
* [[ | |||
* [[Charles IV, Holy Roman Emperor]] | * [[Charles IV, Holy Roman Emperor]] | ||
{{Czech history}} | |||
{{Habsburg Monarchy}} | |||
[[Category:History of the Czech Republic]] | [[Category:History of the Czech Republic]] | ||
[[Category:Former | [[Category:Former monarchies of Europe]] | ||
[[Category:Bohemia]] | |||
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Latest revision as of 15:32, 9 December 2024
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The Kingdom of Bohemia was a significant historical state in Central Europe, which existed from 1198 until 1918. It was a part of the Holy Roman Empire and later the Austro-Hungarian Empire. The kingdom was centered around the region of Bohemia, which is now part of the modern-day Czech Republic.
History[edit]
The Kingdom of Bohemia was established in 1198 when Ottokar I of Bohemia was crowned as king. This marked the elevation of the Duchy of Bohemia to a kingdom, granting it greater autonomy and prestige within the Holy Roman Empire.
Medieval Period[edit]
During the medieval period, the Kingdom of Bohemia was a powerful and influential state. Under the reign of Charles IV, Holy Roman Emperor, who was also King of Bohemia, the kingdom reached its zenith. Charles IV founded the Charles University in Prague in 1348, which is the oldest university in Central Europe.
Hussite Wars[edit]
In the early 15th century, the kingdom was the center of the Hussite Wars, a series of religious conflicts initiated by the followers of Jan Hus, a reformer who was burned at the stake in 1415. The wars had a profound impact on the region and led to significant social and religious changes.
Habsburg Rule[edit]
In 1526, the Kingdom of Bohemia came under the control of the Habsburg Monarchy following the death of King Louis II of Hungary and Bohemia at the Battle of Mohács. The Habsburgs ruled Bohemia until the end of World War I.
Modern Era[edit]
The Kingdom of Bohemia was dissolved in 1918 following the collapse of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. The lands of the former kingdom became part of the newly established Czechoslovakia.
Geography[edit]
The Kingdom of Bohemia was located in the heart of Europe, bordered by Germany, Poland, Austria, and Moravia. The capital city was Prague, which served as a major cultural and political center.
Culture[edit]
Bohemia was known for its rich cultural heritage, including contributions to art, music, and literature. The kingdom was home to many notable figures, such as the composer Bedřich Smetana and the writer Franz Kafka.
Economy[edit]
The economy of the Kingdom of Bohemia was traditionally based on agriculture, mining, and trade. The region was rich in natural resources, including silver, which contributed to its wealth and prosperity.
