Friday, March 20, 2026

Collection of facts about the War of the Austrian Succession

This post is a collection of facts about the War of the Austrian Succession (1740-1748). There are 7 facts listed below. Source: Wikipedia

  • France, Prussia, Bavaria vs. Austria, Great Britain, Dutch Republic, Hanover
  • Caused by Maria Theresa's right to inherit Austria
  • First Silesian War (1740-1742)
  • Second Silesian War (1744-1745)
  • Ended with Treaty of Aix-la-Chapelle (1748) confirming Maria Theresa
  • Austria ceded Silesia to Prussia
  • Led to the Seven Years' War in 1756