Frederick II
6 articles tagged with "Frederick II"
The War for Silesia: A Prelude to Habsburg-Hohenzollern Conflict
Explore the Habsburg-Hohenzollern rivalry over Silesia in 1740, setting the stage for European conflicts that shaped modern nation-states.
The Struggle for Silesia: Frederick II and Maria Theresa
Explore the 18th century power struggle between Frederick II and Maria Theresa over Silesia, a conflict that reshaped European geopolitics.
The Rise and Reign of Frederick II: Prussia's Expansionist Monarch
Explore Frederick II's reign, marked by aggressive expansionism and military reforms that transformed Prussia into a leading European power.
Enlightened Despotism and State Evolution: Continuity and Change in Eighteenth-Century Europe
Explore the evolution of European states from 1650 to 1789, marked by enlightened despotism and institutional reforms under monarchical rule.
Enlightened Despotisms and State Modernization in Eastern Europe
Explore Eastern Europe's use of enlightened despotism to modernize state institutions during the 18th century without relinquishing power or altering social structures.
Stability and Reform under Absolute Monarchies: 1715-1800
Explore the rise of absolute monarchies and enlightened despotism in Europe from 1715 to 1800, a period marked by stability and gradual reform.