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Which of the following terms can be used to describe a war of succession?
Dynastic struggle
What is a war of succession?
A war fought over who has the right to succeed a monarch
What caused the decline of wars of succession?
The spread of democracy and constitutional monarchies
What is a war of succession?
A war caused by a monarch's death or deposition and multiple claims to the throne
What is a faction in a war of succession?
A group of individuals supporting a rival claimant to the throne
What caused the end of wars of succession by 1900?
The replacement of absolute monarchies by democracy with constitutional monarchies or republics
Test your knowledge on wars of succession in this quiz! Learn about the causes, key players, and outcomes of these conflicts, which often involved competing claims to a monarch's throne. Challenge yourself to identify notable examples of wars of succession and understand their impact on the political landscape of their time.
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