The Treaty of Westphalia

1989-11-09

The Treaty of Westphalia ended the Thirty Years' War and established a new political order in Europe.

Historical Figures

Maximilian I, Holy Roman Emperor

Monarch

Maximilian I was the Holy Roman Emperor from 1508 until his death in 1519. He played a significant role in European politics, including the negotiations leading up to the Treaty of Westphalia.

Frederick III of Denmark

King of Denmark and Norway

Frederick III was the King of Denmark and Norway during the Thirty Years' War and played a role in the peace negotiations that resulted in the Treaty of Westphalia.

Cardinal Mazarin

Chief Minister of France

Cardinal Mazarin served as the Chief Minister of France during the Thirty Years' War and played a key role in the peace negotiations that led to the Treaty of Westphalia.