I would like some clarification / explanation on what I'm reading.
The War of Austrian Succession (1740-1748) started when Maria Theresa became the empress of Austria, and Frederick II of Prussia decided to invade & take Silesia from Austria. The Austrian Succession then continued to involve other European powers at the time... So, the alliances formed was
Austria & Britain vs. Prussia & France.
Fastforward a bit... during the Seven Years' War...
Britain & Prussia vs. Austria & Russia & France.
How did the alliances get flip-flopped?
My book mentions something about Maria Theresa working diplomatically through her minister, Count Wenzel von Kaunitz, but it doesn't really explain WHY Britain and France decideded to change sides.
Any help will be appreciated. Thanks!
2007-11-24
14:23:06
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