Matthias, Ruler of the Habsburg Domains (with several different titles) (austria) : All Data

Matthias, a member of the Habsburg dynasty, ruled over the Habsburg Domains during the period of 1612-1619. His reign was marked by significant conflicts, including the Bohemian Revolt (1618-1620) and the subsequent Thirty Years' War (1618-1648). The Bohemian Revolt erupted in 1618 when Protestant nobles in Bohemia rebelled against the Catholic Habsburg rule, leading to a series of battles and sieges. This rebellion ultimately escalated into the larger conflict known as the Thirty Years' War, which involved various European powers and devastated the region. Matthias' rule was characterized by his attempts to maintain control over his domains amidst these tumultuous events.