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What significant collection of laws was created in 1514?
What significant collection of laws was created in 1514?
Which ruler lost his throne in 1613, leading to administrative instability in Transylvania?
Which ruler lost his throne in 1613, leading to administrative instability in Transylvania?
In what years did Transylvania experience struggles related to Ottoman control?
In what years did Transylvania experience struggles related to Ottoman control?
What was the outcome of the 1610 Siege of Hermannstadt?
What was the outcome of the 1610 Siege of Hermannstadt?
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What was the Codex Altenberger primarily intended for?
What was the Codex Altenberger primarily intended for?
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Siebenbürgische Sachsen
- 1514: Tripartitum - contained rights of Hungarian nation
- 1555: Legal code for Siebenbürgische Sachsen
- 1583: Legal code for Siebenbürgische Sachsen
- 1594: War between Siebenbürgen and the Ottomans, lasting until 1606
- 1600: Michael the Voivode brought Siebenbürgen and surrounding areas under his rule
- 1608: Gabriel Báthory attempted to seize Hermannstadt, but failed
- 1610: Hermannstadt became the prince's residence
- 1612: Michael Weiß became the city's judge
- 1613: Gabriel Báthory lost the throne
- 1613-1648: Georg I and Gabriel Bethlen brought stability to Siebenbürgisch economy
- 1654: Georg II. launched a campaign against Poland
Political Landscape
- Ottoman Empire exerted influence on Siebenbürgen
- Conflicts between various powers resulted in instability
- Shifting alliances and power struggles characterized the period
Key Figures
- Michael the Voivode: Brought Siebenbürgen under his rule
- Gabriel Báthory: Tried to control Siebenbürgen
- Georg I and Gabriel Bethlen: Established stability and consolidation
- Michael Apafi: Ruler of Siebenbürgen
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Explore the complex history of Siebenbürgische Sachsen from the 16th to the 17th century. This quiz covers key legal codes, political dynamics with the Ottoman Empire, and influential figures that shaped the region. Test your knowledge of significant events and leaders during this tumultuous period.