23 May 1660Battle of GyaluGyorgy II Rakoczi
Mortally wounded fighting Ottoman forces near Gyalu during the Transylvanian crisis
Historical records for Hungary in 1660, rendered directly from the World History Database and ordered by month, day and event.
Mortally wounded fighting Ottoman forces near Gyalu during the Transylvanian crisis
Dies from wounds received in battle against Ottoman forces
Dies from wounds received while fighting Ottoman forces after the battle near Gyalu
Forced to give up power as Janos Kemeny rises against him
Rules a principality weakened by Ottoman intervention and internal noble factionalism
Inherits Rakoczi family interests after the death of Gyorgy II Rakoczi
Builds support among Transylvanian estates against Akos Barcsay
Returns to politics after Tatar captivity and becomes a leading opponent of Ottoman-backed rule
Attempts to satisfy Ottoman demands for tribute and fortresses while preserving his position
Leads Ottoman pressure against the supporters of Gyorgy II Rakoczi
Continues as Ottoman-backed Prince of Transylvania during the crisis after Rakoczi's challenge
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