Franz Josef

Franz Josef

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Franz Josef was the Emperor of Austria and King of Hungary from 1848 until his death in 1916. His reign was marked by significant political and social changes, including the Austro-Hungarian Compromise of 1867. He played a critical role in European politics during his time, including his influence over the papal elections of his time, notably exercising a veto in the conclave that elected Pope Pius X.

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Franz-Josef, a 71-year-old retired mechanic, called the election a 'catastrophe'.

‘I fear the price could be high’: Inside the German city where the far right surged | World news
The Guardian·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2026-09-09
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He opposed the candidacy of the cardinal with the most support in the Conclave.

A propósito del Cónclave
La Prensa – one of the oldest and most influential in Nicaragua·NicaraguaNicaragua· 2025-03-03
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