Permanent historical records · Updated 2026-11-03

1780 in Austria

Explore 3 historical events and records for Austria in 1780.

Historical records for Austria in 1780

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Death of Maria Theresa

Maria Theresa · House / House of Habsburg

Death of Maria Theresa

Reform of Religious Toleration

Joseph II · Vienna · Government / Government of Austria

Extends religious toleration to Uniates, Orthodox, Protestants & Jews. Emancipates the serfs. Civil marriage & divorce is permitted. Capital Punishment is abolished

Succession

Joseph II · Vienna · House / House of Habsburg

Attains sole rule

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