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House of Habsburg - Part 1: From a Rugged Swiss Castle, Ambition Takes Root
From the stone walls of a modest alpine fortress, the Habsburg dynasty began its slow rise within the fractured world of the Holy Roman Empire. In this episode, explore how early alliances, strategic marriages, and loyalty to the imperial crown helped transform a minor noble family into a growing regional power. Amid rivalries and shifting borders, the foundations of one of Europe’s most influential dynasties were quietly laid in the shadow of Habsburg Castle.
More: https://thelineagearchive.com/dynasty/house-of-habsburg/chapter/1
Narrated by Marcus, an AI voice. Written from original…
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