Definition of Habsburgs: An Historical Dynasty

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Habsburgs - 1438 - The Habsburg dynasty was the principal ruling dynasty in the ``Holy Roman Empire'' in the mid-fifteenth century. The Habsburgs were one of the largest land holders in the region. They cemented their success through a system of strategic marriages devised to maintain or increase power and influence over the region. dynasty

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John Cairns 2009-03-28