Hein. Matt. von Thurn
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Hein. Matt. von Thurn
count Heinrich Matthias von Thurn-Baisassina (1567 - 1640) Bohemian-Swedish protestant general and statesman, held responsible for initiating the Thirty Years War
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Bohemian Count Hein Heinrich Held Initiating Matt Matthias Protestant Responsible Swedish Thirty Years Thurn
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In this striking portrait, Count Heinrich Matthias von Thurn-Baisassina (1567-1640) stands proudly before an ornate backdrop, his regal attire and stern expression conveying the power and authority that he wielded as a Bohemian-Swedish protestant general and statesman. Born into the noble Thurn-Valsassina family in Bohemia, von Thurn's military career began in the service of the Holy Roman Emperor, but he later switched allegiances to the Protestant cause during the religious conflicts that would come to define the Thirty Years War. As a commander, von Thurn proved to be a formidable figure, leading the Protestant forces to several significant victories against the Catholic forces of the Holy Roman Empire. However, his actions did not go uncontested, and he was eventually held responsible for initiating the Thirty Years War with his role in the Defenestration of Prague in 1618. The war, which lasted from 1618 to 1648, would devastate Europe and result in the deaths of millions. Despite the controversy surrounding his actions, von Thurn continued to serve as a key figure in the Protestant cause, playing a crucial role in the negotiations that eventually led to the Peace of Westphalia in 1648. His legacy remains complex, with some viewing him as a hero who fought for religious freedom, while others see him as a catalyst for one of the most devastating conflicts in European history. This portrait, captured in the late 16th or early 17th century, offers a glimpse into the life of a man who shaped the course of European history. With his piercing gaze and imposing presence, von Thurn's image continues to captivate and intrigue, a testament to the enduring power of historical figures and the stories they leave behind.
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