Ferdinand of Bavaria, Archbishop-Elector (Archbishopric of Cologne) : All Data

Ferdinand of Bavaria was the Archbishop-Elector who ruled over the Archbishopric of Cologne from 1622 to 1650. During his tenure, he faced significant challenges, including the devastating Thirty Years' War (1618-1648) which ravaged Europe. Within this period, Ferdinand witnessed the outbreak of several major conflicts, such as the Danish intervention (1625-1629), the Swedish intervention (1630-1635), and the French intervention (1635-1648). These wars brought immense destruction and political upheaval to the region, with Ferdinand playing a crucial role in navigating the complex religious and political landscape of the time. Despite the turmoil, Ferdinand's rule left a lasting impact on the Archbishopric of Cologne.