#Habsburg

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The Last Victory, Reims, 1814 by Maurice-Henri Orange

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HABSBURG GATE - BUDAPEST, HUNGARY

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Anna of Austria, Queen of Spain by Alonso Sanchez Coello, 1571.

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A memory to cherish (Charles II of Spain fanart)

Authors note: A story based on fact

In October 1700, Charles II's health continued to decline. By this time, he had lost most of his loved ones, and the court was in a state of panic regarding the issue of succession. The days of joy were behind him; he struggled to walk and could hardly travel. His problems with the country escalated, and his wife's attitude only added to his distress. All he could do now was attempt to address the crisis that Spain was facing. However, he felt overwhelmed, bearing the weight of his country's fate on his shoulders. He knew he needed peace of mind before making any decisions.

One afternoon, after his prayers, he walked around the palace, gazing out the windows and strolling down the hallways." I used to run and play here," he thought, reminiscing about the moments in his life that had brought him happiness. As he ventured downstairs to check the rooms, one room stood out. The room showcases a valuable item: the mini-carriage. He gently caresses it, reminiscing about his childhood.

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Gown and train of Marie Louise of Austria, second wife of Napoleon Bonaparte

(Bust of Napoleon and painting of Marie Louise in the background)

Museo Glauco Lombardi

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Protože lidská práva byla too woke

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Portrait of Empress Elisabeth of Austria. Museum: PRIVATE COLLECTION. Author: Richard Bitterlich.

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I am also, thank God, well, as is the little one. I do have a slight chill, but hope to get rid of it in the fresh air. I went out for the first time last Monday. My return was pleasant, but quite painful. I hadn't imagined it would be so difficult. With all of this, I was in great pain for only an hour and a half. The little chills started on me at 3:00 a.m. and lasted until 3:45 to 11:00 a.m. That doesn't make my heart heavy, I hope, with God's help, to be in that position next year and to be able to cope better. 

Excerpt from a letter written by Claudia Felicitas of Austria, Holy Roman Empress, on October 10th, 1674. She writes to her friend, Johanna Theresia von Harrach. She's discussing the recent birth of her first child, Anna Maria, who was about a month old at the time.

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Watching Papa and Grandpapa try to lose your inheritance in endless wars is such a bother.

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Habsburg family radio listening, 1928. From the Budapest Municipal Photography Company archive.

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habsburg but lovers or something

idk i didnt read the lore ❤

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Duke Ernest the Iron rescues Cymburgis of Masovia by Franz Josef Dobiaschofsky

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TIARA ALERT: Archduchess Ildikó of Habsburg-Lorraine wore Princess Louise of Bourbon-Two Sicilies' Diamond Tiara for Le Bal des Débutantes at the Shangri La Hotel in Paris on 25 November 2023.

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Infante Don Carlos by Alonso Sanchez Coello, 1564.

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The Birth of Charles II of Spain Fanart

Warning: This story contains some artistic license

The Queen's pregnancy was approaching its end and had become a matter of utmost importance. The future of the Monarchy depended on this event. On Sunday, November 6, everything seemed to be ready. The doctors and physicians were on alert; the Queen's confessor was near her, and the Chief Steward of her Household was carefully reviewing the arrangement of the items in the birth chamber. To guarantee the success of the event, all the holy relics that were in the Palace and others brought from El Escorial and other places had been arranged in order. There was the staff of Saint Dominic of Silos that the Order of Saint Dominic had brought, the ribbon of Saint John Ortega, from the Order of the Hieronymites; the incorrupt bodies of Saint Isidore and Saint Diego de Alcalá; the image of the Virgin of Solitude and the one so venerated by the royal family, Our Lady of Atocha. It is not easy to find a space so holy and sacred. Everything, then, was ready, the things of the earth arranged to implore God's pleasure. At noon, after a frugal lunch, Philip IV retired to his chambers. At the same time, While eating, Queen Mariana suddenly felt intense pain in her abdomen, realizing that she was about to give birth. She quickly left the table and hurried to the Tower Chamber.

King Philip went straight to his study while looking at Prospero’s portraits. He entered his study, sat down, and began to write to answer the last letter of Sor Maria de Agreda. He wrote with a deep sigh and tears in his eyes.

“ With the long illness of my son, and the continuous help I was giving in his room, I have not answered your letter of the last month...I assure you that what has most exhausted me, more than this loss, is to see clearly that I have vexed God and he sent this punishment to castigate my sins...

(The king reminisces his cherished memories with Felipe Prospero while writing this letter)

Help me as a friend with your prayers to placate God’s just anger and beg Our Lord that, as he took my son from me, He may make his light shine on the Queen, whose confinement we await hourly, and give her good health and guard what is to be born, if his will, for otherwise I do not wish it...

Back in the Tower Chamber, Queen Mariana cries in agony as she is delivering her baby. The royal midwife Ines Ayala told Queen Mariana to push harder. Five other doctors were present at this event in case of emergency. One of those doctors was Dr Bravo. While the Queen was giving birth, the courtiers and Infanta Margarita looked on. 

Ah, Sor Maria, If I had succeeded in following your teachings, perhaps I would not have found myself thus. Pray to our Lord that he may open his eyes, that I may perform his holy will in all things... There is nothing new in the English situation. I, thank God am in good health...

At this point, King Philip was interrupted by a courtier who delivered the news and told the events occurring in the Tower Chamber. King Philip was anxious about the future that lay within a few hours. He prayed heavily to God, asking him to deliver him a son. All could imagine the impatience of the Royal Court of Madrid and Europe, waiting for an outcome of this event. As hours passed, Queen Mariana was still in labor, and the doctors argued over natural forms of treatment. They were anxious as the Queen and the child’s life was at stake. 

Dr. Bravo proposed a theory: In the past, Queen Mariana had difficult experiences giving birth to her children. At the birth of Maria Ambrosia, Felipe Prospero, and Fernando Tomas, The Queen had terrible epileptic seizures, and the infants died or lived for a short time. On the other hand, at the birth of Infanta Margarita, the only child to survive, The Queen had been perfectly well. Now why was this? The reason is simple: Just before Infanta Margarita was born, Queen Mariana had suffered several violent nosebleeds. Therefore, what she requires now is to be bled. 

Some doctors disagreed, warning that the proposed action could endanger the Queen and her child. Concerned, Queen Mariana asked the doctors if there were any alternative procedures. The doctors offered different opinions, while Dr. Bravo defended his proposal. As the debate continued, Mariana went into labor with the assistance of Ines Ayala. The infant cries and is alive. The birth of the infant brought joy to all. King Philip became a father once again. When the courtier informed King Philip of the birth, he was overjoyed and immediately visited the tower chamber to see his newborn son. King Philip joyfully held his son and proudly showed him to the Queen and his daughter. When the courtier informed King Philip of the birth, he was delighted and immediately visited the tower chamber to see his newborn son. King Philip joyfully held his newborn son and showed him to the Queen and his daughter. 

Sources:

Carlos, A king who would not die by John Langdon Davis

Happy Birthday, Charles II of Spain!

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Napoleon II, Duke of Reichstadt

His mother's son (at least for the purposes of this bracket)

Philip II, King of Spain, King of Portugal, reigned 1556-1598

Instant discourse, just say the word 'armada'