Franz Von Thugut
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Franz Von Thugut
FRANZ MARIA freiherr von THUGUT Austrian diplomat Date: 1734 - 1818
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1734 1818 Austrian Diplomat Franz Freiherr Maria
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1. Title: "Franz Maria Freiherr von Thugut: Austrian Diplomat and Statesman of the Late Eighteenth Century" Franz Maria Freiherr von Thugut (1734-1818) was a prominent Austrian diplomat and statesman who played a significant role in European politics during the late eighteenth century. Born in Vienna on March 13, 1734, Thugut rose to prominence through his diplomatic service to the Habsburg Monarchy. This portrait of Thugut, taken around the height of his career, showcases the diplomat's distinguished appearance and intellectual acumen. With piercing eyes and a stern expression, Thugut exudes a sense of authority and determination. His well-groomed attire, complete with a powdered wig and ornate vest, reflects the fashionable standards of the time. Thugut's diplomatic career began in 1762 when he was appointed Austrian minister to the Ottoman Empire. Over the next several decades, he served in various diplomatic roles, including ambassador to France and the United States. His most notable achievement came during the War of the First Coalition (1792-1797), when he successfully negotiated the Treaty of Campo Formio with Napoleon Bonaparte in 1797. This treaty marked a significant turning point in Austrian history, as it secured the Austrian Netherlands and ended Austria's involvement in the war. Despite his diplomatic successes, Thugut's tenure was not without controversy. His hardline stance against France and his support for the Holy Roman Emperor, Francis II, led to tensions within the Austrian court. Thugut's resignation in 1801 marked the end of his diplomatic career, but his legacy as a skilled negotiator and a dedicated servant of the Habsburg Monarchy endured. This evocative portrait of Franz Maria Freiherr von Thugut offers a glimpse into the life of a remarkable Austrian diplomat and statesman, whose contributions to European history continue to resonate today.
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