Dual Monarchy of Austria-Hungary
Definition
The Dual Monarchy was established in 1867 when Austria and Hungary joined together under one monarch but maintained separate parliaments and administrations.
Related terms
Compromise of 1867 (Ausgleich): An agreement that created the Dual Monarchy by giving Hungary more autonomy while keeping it tied to Austria under one ruler.
Magyarization: A policy aimed at assimilating all citizens of Hungary into Magyars (Hungarians). This policy was implemented after the establishment of dual monarchy.
Franz Joseph I: He was Emperor of Austria, King of Hungary, and monarch of other states in the Austro-Hungarian Empire, from 2 December 1848 until his death on 21 November 1916.
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