Treaty of Westphalia
Brandenburg gains Farther Pomerania and strengthens its position inside the Empire.
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1648 in Germany — Page 2
Explore 49 historical events and records for Germany in 1648.
Historical records for Germany in 1648
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October
Treaty of Westphalia
Saxony's position is confirmed but its wider German leadership declines.
Treaty of Westphalia
Saxony's possessions and peace with Sweden are confirmed, though Brandenburg gains influence.
Treaty of Westphalia
Maximilian keeps the electoral dignity gained during the war.
Treaty of Westphalia
Bavaria keeps the Upper Palatinate gained during the war.
Treaty of Westphalia
Schonborn supports a settlement designed to stabilise the Empire.
Treaty of Westphalia
Trier's position is confirmed after years of French and imperial pressure.
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Commander of Fleet
Appointed Commander of the Royalist Fleet, reconcilled with Charles I
Westphalian Settlement Assigns Future Magdeburg Claim
The Peace of Westphalia granted Brandenburg a future right to the secularized territory of Magdeburg following the existing administrator's death.
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