Holy Roman Emperor
Succeeds as Holy Roman Emperor, on the understanding that he remains a Catholic
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1564 in Germany
Explore 5 historical events and records for Germany in 1564.
Historical records for Germany in 1564
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Holy Roman Empire
After Ferdinand died in 1564, his son Maximilian II became Emperor, and like his father, accepted the existence of Protestantism and the need for occasional compromise with it
Holy Roman Empire
After Ferdinand died in 1564, his son Maximilian II became Emperor, and like his father, accepted the existence of Protestantism and the need for occasional compromise with it
Succession
Succeeds as Holy Roman Emperor, on the understanding that he remains a Catholic
Other events (month unknown)
Death of Ferdinand I
Death of Ferdinand I, succeeded by his son Maximilian II
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