Austria-Hungary
Austria-Hungary
Austria-Hungary (pronunciation: /ˈɔːstriə ˈhʌŋɡəri/), also known as the Austro-Hungarian Empire or the Dual Monarchy, was a state in Central Europe from 1867 to 1918.
Etymology
The term "Austria-Hungary" is a historical designation for the multinational political entity that stood from 1867 to 1918, which was a dual monarchy composed of the Empire of Austria and the Kingdom of Hungary. The name reflects the dual structure of the state where the two parts were equal in status.
History
Austria and Hungary were separate entities for centuries before their unification in 1867. The Compromise of 1867 established the Dual Monarchy, with both Austria and Hungary maintaining their own governments and institutions but sharing a common monarch and foreign policy. The empire was a major player in World War I, and its dissolution in 1918 led to the creation of several new nations in Central Europe.
Related Terms
- Dual Monarchy: A system of government in which two separate kingdoms are ruled by the same monarch, each maintaining its own laws and institutions.
- Compromise of 1867: The agreement that established the Dual Monarchy of Austria-Hungary.
- World War I: A global conflict that took place from 1914 to 1918, in which Austria-Hungary was one of the Central Powers.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Austria-Hungary
- Wikipedia's article - Austria-Hungary
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