Assassination of Albert I
Albert I is assassinated by nephew John of Swabia, because he refused his share of the Habsburg lands
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1308 in Austria
Explore 7 historical events and records for Austria in 1308.
Historical records for Austria in 1308
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May
Assassination of Albert I
Albert I is assassinated by nephew John of Swabia, because he refused his share of the Habsburg lands
Death of Albert I
Albert I is assassinated by nephew John of Swabia, because he refused his share of the Habsburg lands
Duke of Austria
Succeeds as Duke of Austria and Styria after Albert I is murdered.
Father Murdered
Albert I is murdered, forcing Frederick to defend Habsburg interests.
Other events (month unknown)
German Crown Candidacy
After Albert I was murdered, Frederick sought election as German king but Henry VII was chosen instead.
Recognition of Henry VII
Frederick eventually recognized Henry VII after failing to secure the German crown for himself.
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