Ottokar II of Bohemia

MedievalEmperorBohemia1233 — 1278

Iron and Golden King who controlled Central Europe.

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Quick Facts

Born

1233

Died

1278

Country

Bohemia

Era

Medieval

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)75

Political (20%)72

Influence (20%)57

Legacy (20%)54

Leadership (15%)68

Strategy (15%)58

Total Score61.9

Ottokar II of Bohemia — Complete Timeline

1260 AD

Battle of KressenbrunnWar◆ Major

Ottokar II defeated King B

Territorial ExpansionBattleAustria

Impact: regional

1273 AD

Election as King of GermanyPolitical Action◆ Major

Ottokar II was elected King of Germany by a faction of prince-electors, but he refused to accept the election of Rudolf I of Habsburg. This dispute led to conflict with Rudolf, who claimed the throne and challenged Ottokar's authority.

ElectionConflictHabsburg

Impact: regional

1278 AD

Battle on the MarchfeldWar

Ottokar II was defeated and killed by Rudolf I of Habsburg at the Battle on the Marchfeld. This battle ended Bohemian expansion and allowed the Habsburgs to gain control of Austria, Styria, and Carinthia.

BattleDeathHabsburg Rise

Impact: regionaltragic