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# Habsburg and Jagiellon Dynastic Ties This document outlines the political and dynastic relationships between the Habsburg and Jagiellon families from the 15th to the 16th centuries. **Habsburg Dynasty:** * From the mid-15th century, rulers of the Holy Roman Empire (the Holy Roman Empire of the...

# Habsburg and Jagiellon Dynastic Ties This document outlines the political and dynastic relationships between the Habsburg and Jagiellon families from the 15th to the 16th centuries. **Habsburg Dynasty:** * From the mid-15th century, rulers of the Holy Roman Empire (the Holy Roman Empire of the German Nation) came from the Habsburg family. * Their dynasty became one of the most powerful in Europe. * Habsburg's main rival in Europe was France. * The rivalry between these two involved wars, such as the Italian Wars (late 15th - early 16th centuries). * Habsburgs gained control over parts of Italy in the 16th century, as a result of these conflicts. * The Habsburgs acquired vast territories through marriage alliances with the Spanish royal dynasty, leading to the Spanish Habsburgs. **Jagiellon Dynasty:** * The Jagiellons were a prominent Polish and Lithuanian dynasty, holding significant power in Central Europe. * Conflicts arose between the Jagiellon and Habsburg families. * The document focuses on how the Jagiellon royal family competed politically with the Habsburgs and how intermarriage between the families influenced European affairs. **Family Tree (partial):** The document includes a family tree diagram (or a genealogy chart) illustrating the relationships between various members of the Jagiellon and Habsburg families. Figure names and dates are present, outlining royal reigns and connections. **Key Events and Figures:** * **Death of Louis Jagiellon:** The document mentions the death of Louis Jagiellon in the Battle of Mohács in 1526, marking a shift of power and a significant event in European history. * **Succession:** The document highlights the succession of various rulers upon each death, indicating how the hereditary lines were passed down within the families. **Summary:** The document provides information on the political strategies, dynastic links, and conflicts between the Habsburg and Jagiellon families during a significant period in European history. It examines the interplay of these families in the evolving political landscape. **Note:** The document also provides some information regarding the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth and European powers. Additional context of that is not included in the provided text.