Maximilian I, occasionally called the Great, a member of the House of Wittelsbach, ruled as Duke of Bavaria from 1597. His reign was marked by the Thirty Years' War during which he obtained the title of a prince-elector of the Holy Roman Empire at the 1623 Diet of Regensburg.
Maximilian I, Elector of Bavaria (died 1651)
Maximilian I, Elector of Bavaria (died 1651)
On April 17, in the year 1573, Maximilian I, Elector of Bavaria (died 1651). This event is recorded as a Notable Births event in the history of April 17, one of 401 recorded events on this date across all of history.
1 notable person is associated with this event, including Maximilian I, Elector of Bavaria. Learn more below.
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- This event took place on April 17, 1573 (AD era).
- It is categorised as a Notable Births event in recorded history.
- Referenced in 1 Wikipedia article.
- 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
- Wikipedia source last updated on 13 March 2026.
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