Joseph II
Joseph II was the Holy Roman Emperor from 1765 to 1790, known for his ambitious reforms aimed at modernizing the Habsburg Empire, including the notable decree in 1788 that mandated the conscription of Jewish subjects in Galicia, aligning their military obligations with those of Christian subjects.
Born on Feb 13, 1741 (284 years old)
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Joseph II is described as a ruthless autocrat.
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Austria:
Joseph II issued a significant decree regarding the conscription of Jewish subjects in Galicia.
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