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Study Guide: Maximilian Henry of Bavaria: Life and Political Career

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Maximilian Henry of Bavaria: Life and Political Career Study Guide

Early Life and Initial Ecclesiastical Career

Maximilian Henry of Bavaria held the positions of Archbishop-Elector of Cologne, Bishop of Hildesheim, and Bishop of Liège simultaneously.

Answer: True

Explanation: Maximilian Henry of Bavaria was appointed to and simultaneously held the significant ecclesiastical and political roles of Archbishop-Elector of Cologne, Bishop of Hildesheim, and Bishop of Liège in 1650.

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Maximilian Henry of Bavaria succeeded his father in his ecclesiastical appointments in 1650.

Answer: False

Explanation: Maximilian Henry of Bavaria succeeded his uncle, Ferdinand of Bavaria, in his ecclesiastical appointments in 1650, not his father.

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Maximilian Henry of Bavaria was ordained and consecrated by Fabio Chigi, who later became Pope Alexander VII.

Answer: True

Explanation: Maximilian Henry of Bavaria was indeed ordained and consecrated by Fabio Chigi, who subsequently became Pope Alexander VII.

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Maximilian Henry attended the Gymnasium Tricoronatum, a Jesuit school in Cologne, around 1640.

Answer: True

Explanation: Maximilian Henry of Bavaria attended the Gymnasium Tricoronatum, a Jesuit school in Cologne, around the year 1640.

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Before 1650, Maximilian Henry was elected coadjutor in Cologne, making him his uncle's designated successor.

Answer: True

Explanation: Prior to 1650, Maximilian Henry was elected coadjutor in Cologne, a position that formally designated him as the successor to his uncle, Ferdinand of Bavaria.

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In what year was Maximilian Henry of Bavaria appointed Archbishop-Elector of Cologne, Bishop of Hildesheim, and Bishop of Liège?

Answer: 1650

Explanation: Maximilian Henry of Bavaria was appointed to the positions of Archbishop-Elector of Cologne, Bishop of Hildesheim, and Bishop of Liège in the year 1650.

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Who did Maximilian Henry of Bavaria succeed in his initial appointments as Archbishop-Elector of Cologne, Bishop of Hildesheim, and Bishop of Liège?

Answer: Ferdinand of Bavaria

Explanation: Maximilian Henry of Bavaria succeeded his uncle, Ferdinand of Bavaria, in his initial appointments as Archbishop-Elector of Cologne, Bishop of Hildesheim, and Bishop of Liège.

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By whom was Maximilian Henry of Bavaria ordained and consecrated in 1651?

Answer: Fabio Chigi

Explanation: Maximilian Henry of Bavaria was ordained and consecrated in 1651 by Fabio Chigi, who later became Pope Alexander VII.

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Which educational institution did Maximilian Henry attend around 1640?

Answer: Gymnasium Tricoronatum

Explanation: Around 1640, Maximilian Henry attended the Gymnasium Tricoronatum, a prominent Jesuit school in Cologne.

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What position did Maximilian Henry hold in Cologne before 1650 that designated him as his uncle's successor?

Answer: Coadjutor

Explanation: Before 1650, Maximilian Henry held the position of coadjutor in Cologne, which formally designated him as his uncle's successor.

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Imperial Politics and Habsburg Opposition

Throughout his career, Maximilian Henry of Bavaria primarily sought to strengthen the authority of the Holy Roman Emperor.

Answer: False

Explanation: Maximilian Henry of Bavaria consistently collaborated with the French to limit the authority of the Holy Roman Emperor, rather than strengthening it.

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In 1657, Maximilian Henry proposed Ferdinand Maria, Elector of Bavaria, as a candidate for Holy Roman Emperor.

Answer: True

Explanation: Following the death of Ferdinand III in 1657, Maximilian Henry, along with other Electors, proposed Ferdinand Maria, Elector of Bavaria, as a candidate for the Holy Roman Emperor.

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Maximilian Henry collaborated with other Electors to impose restrictions on Leopold I's authority before his election as Holy Roman Emperor.

Answer: True

Explanation: Maximilian Henry indeed collaborated with other Electors to impose significant restrictions on Leopold I's authority as a condition for his election as Holy Roman Emperor.

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Leopold I was compelled to sign a statement pledging support for Spain in any capacity.

Answer: False

Explanation: Leopold I was compelled to sign a statement pledging that he would not support Spain in any capacity, a measure aimed at curbing Habsburg influence.

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Maximilian Henry of Bavaria crowned Leopold I as Holy Roman Emperor on July 31, 1658.

Answer: True

Explanation: Maximilian Henry of Bavaria performed the coronation of Leopold I as Holy Roman Emperor on July 31, 1658.

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One of the terms imposed on Leopold I was the freedom for Archbishop-Electors to remove the Papal nuncio from the Empire.

Answer: True

Explanation: Among the conditions imposed on Leopold I by Maximilian Henry and his fellow electors was the right for Archbishop-Electors to remove the Papal nuncio from the Holy Roman Empire, asserting greater ecclesiastical autonomy.

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What was Maximilian Henry of Bavaria's consistent political alignment throughout his career?

Answer: To work with the French to limit the authority of the Holy Roman Emperor.

Explanation: Throughout his career, Maximilian Henry of Bavaria consistently aligned himself with France, seeking to limit the authority of the Holy Roman Emperor and counter Habsburg influence.

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In 1657, after the death of Ferdinand III, which candidate did Maximilian Henry and other Electors initially propose for the Holy Roman Emperor's succession?

Answer: Ferdinand Maria, Elector of Bavaria

Explanation: In 1657, following the death of Ferdinand III, Maximilian Henry and other Electors initially proposed Ferdinand Maria, Elector of Bavaria, as a candidate for the Holy Roman Emperor's succession.

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What was the outcome of the proposal to make Ferdinand Maria, Elector of Bavaria, the Holy Roman Emperor?

Answer: He declined the offer.

Explanation: Ferdinand Maria, Elector of Bavaria, ultimately declined the offer to be put forth as the next Holy Roman Emperor.

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What specific restriction did Maximilian Henry and other Electors impose on Leopold I regarding Spain before his coronation?

Answer: He must not support Spain in any capacity.

Explanation: Before his coronation, Maximilian Henry and other Electors compelled Leopold I to pledge that he would not support Spain in any capacity, aiming to limit Habsburg influence.

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When was Leopold I crowned Holy Roman Emperor by Maximilian Henry of Bavaria?

Answer: July 31, 1658

Explanation: Leopold I was crowned Holy Roman Emperor by Maximilian Henry of Bavaria on July 31, 1658.

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What additional freedom did Maximilian Henry and his fellow electors seek regarding Papal authority within the Empire?

Answer: The freedom to remove the Papal nuncio from the Empire.

Explanation: Maximilian Henry and his fellow electors sought the freedom for Archbishop-Electors to remove the Papal nuncio from the Empire, aiming to assert greater autonomy for the German church.

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Franco-Cologne Alliance and Diplomacy

After becoming Archbishop-Elector, Maximilian Henry appointed Wilhelm Egon von Fürstenberg as his prime minister.

Answer: False

Explanation: Maximilian Henry appointed Franz Egon of Fürstenberg, not Wilhelm Egon von Fürstenberg, as his prime minister after becoming Archbishop-Elector.

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An initiative in Cologne in 1662 successfully united the Imperial and French churches.

Answer: False

Explanation: An initiative in Cologne in 1662 aimed to unite the Imperial and French churches but did not achieve significant progress or success.

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Cardinal Richelieu asked Maximilian Henry to oversee negotiations for the Franco-Spanish War in 1659.

Answer: False

Explanation: It was Cardinal Mazarin, not Cardinal Richelieu, who requested Maximilian Henry and the Elector of Mainz to oversee negotiations for the Franco-Spanish War in 1659.

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The negotiations overseen by Maximilian Henry led to the Treaty of Westphalia.

Answer: False

Explanation: The negotiations overseen by Maximilian Henry and the Elector of Mainz resulted in the Treaty of the Pyrenees, not the Treaty of Westphalia.

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William of Fürstenberg was involved in the negotiations and signing of the Treaty of the Pyrenees.

Answer: True

Explanation: William of Fürstenberg was actively involved in the negotiations and the eventual signing of the Treaty of the Pyrenees.

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In 1665, William brought funds from France to Maximilian Henry to support French interests in the War of Devolution.

Answer: True

Explanation: In 1665, William of Fürstenberg delivered funds from France to Maximilian Henry specifically to support French interests in the upcoming War of Devolution.

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Maximilian Henry's personal motivation for supporting French interests in the War of Devolution was purely ideological.

Answer: False

Explanation: Maximilian Henry's personal motivation for supporting French interests in the War of Devolution was pragmatic, driven by his desire to acquire additional territory for his own realm, rather than being purely ideological.

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The French were displeased that Maximilian Henry initiated discussions about the Spanish succession under his own name.

Answer: False

Explanation: The French were, in fact, pleased that Maximilian Henry initiated discussions about the Spanish succession under his own name, as it allowed them to gauge the Emperor's response without direct involvement.

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Whom did Maximilian Henry appoint as his prime minister after becoming Archbishop-Elector?

Answer: Franz Egon of Fürstenberg

Explanation: After becoming Archbishop-Elector, Maximilian Henry appointed his close friend, Franz Egon of Fürstenberg, as his prime minister.

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Who requested Maximilian Henry and the Elector of Mainz to oversee negotiations for the Franco-Spanish War in 1659?

Answer: Cardinal Mazarin

Explanation: Cardinal Mazarin requested Maximilian Henry and the Elector of Mainz to supervise the negotiations for the Franco-Spanish War in 1659.

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What treaty resulted from the negotiations overseen by Maximilian Henry and the Elector of Mainz?

Answer: Treaty of the Pyrenees

Explanation: The negotiations overseen by Maximilian Henry and the Elector of Mainz culminated in the signing of the Treaty of the Pyrenees.

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For what purpose did William of Fürstenberg bring funds from France to Maximilian Henry in 1665?

Answer: To enable Cologne to raise an army to support French interests in the War of Devolution.

Explanation: In 1665, William of Fürstenberg delivered funds from France to Maximilian Henry to enable Cologne to raise an army in support of French interests during the War of Devolution.

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What was Maximilian Henry's personal motivation for agreeing to support French interests in the War of Devolution?

Answer: He hoped to acquire additional territory for his own realm.

Explanation: Maximilian Henry's personal motivation for supporting French interests in the War of Devolution was the prospect of acquiring additional territory for his own realm.

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Why were the French content for Maximilian Henry to initiate discussions about the Spanish succession in 1667?

Answer: It allowed them to gauge the Emperor's response without directly involving themselves.

Explanation: The French were content for Maximilian Henry to initiate discussions about the Spanish succession because it allowed them to assess the Holy Roman Emperor's reaction without direct French diplomatic involvement, thereby avoiding potential blame.

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What was the primary goal of the 1662 initiative in Cologne to unite the Imperial and French churches?

Answer: To force changes at Rome.

Explanation: The primary goal of the 1662 initiative in Cologne to unite the Imperial and French churches was to exert pressure and force changes at Rome.

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What did William of Fürstenberg ascertain in Vienna in 1667 at Maximilian Henry's behest?

Answer: The Emperor's views on the succession of Charles II of Spain.

Explanation: In 1667, at Maximilian Henry's request, William of Fürstenberg ascertained the Holy Roman Emperor's views on the succession of the ailing Charles II of Spain, particularly concerning the potential partitioning of the Netherlands.

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The Franco-Dutch War and Shifting Alliances

The populace in Maximilian Henry's territories welcomed his cooperation with the French before the Franco-Dutch War.

Answer: False

Explanation: The populace in Maximilian Henry's territories was uneasy about his continued cooperation with the French, particularly as preparations for the Franco-Dutch War intensified.

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In 1670, Cologne city leaders obtained Imperial permission to host a Dutch garrison to protect against a French invasion.

Answer: True

Explanation: In 1670, the city leaders of Cologne successfully obtained Imperial permission to host a Dutch garrison as a defensive measure against an anticipated French invasion.

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Maximilian Henry refused to allow the French free passage through his territory in 1671.

Answer: False

Explanation: In 1671, Maximilian Henry agreed to allow the French free passage through his territory, facilitating their war preparations.

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When his people complained about French war preparations, Maximilian Henry immediately accepted responsibility.

Answer: False

Explanation: When his people complained about French war preparations, Maximilian Henry initially blamed William of Fürstenberg and was subsequently placated by additional French funds, rather than accepting immediate responsibility.

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Maximilian Henry's territories came under attack in 1672 when the Holy Roman Emperor sided with the French in the Franco-Dutch War.

Answer: False

Explanation: Maximilian Henry's territories came under attack in 1672 because the Holy Roman Emperor sided with the Dutch, not the French, in the Franco-Dutch War.

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Maximilian Henry quickly negotiated an end to Cologne's involvement in the Franco-Dutch War after William of Fürstenberg's arrest.

Answer: True

Explanation: Following the arrest of William of Fürstenberg in February 1674, Maximilian Henry promptly negotiated Cologne's withdrawal from the Franco-Dutch War.

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The treaty with the Dutch included a general amnesty for all officers, without exception.

Answer: False

Explanation: The treaty with the Dutch included a general amnesty for officers, but it contained a specific exception for those convicted of treason, which was intended to allow the continued detention of William of Fürstenberg.

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Maximilian Henry signed a public treaty with Austria in December 1674, agreeing never to employ the Fürstenberg brothers again.

Answer: False

Explanation: Maximilian Henry signed a secret treaty with Austria in December 1674, not a public one, agreeing never to employ the Fürstenberg brothers again.

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The secret treaty with Austria was kept hidden until 1677 due to Maximilian Henry's fear of French retaliation.

Answer: True

Explanation: The secret treaty with Austria was indeed kept confidential until 1677, as Maximilian Henry feared French retaliation for what they would perceive as a betrayal of William of Fürstenberg.

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How did the populace in Maximilian Henry's territories generally react to his cooperation with the French before the Franco-Dutch War?

Answer: They were uneasy about his continued cooperation.

Explanation: Before the Franco-Dutch War, the populace in Maximilian Henry's territories generally reacted with unease to his continued cooperation with the French.

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What defensive measure did the city leaders of Cologne take in 1670 in anticipation of a French army?

Answer: They obtained Imperial permission to host a Dutch garrison.

Explanation: In 1670, anticipating a French invasion, the city leaders of Cologne obtained Imperial permission to host a Dutch garrison as a defensive measure.

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What agreement did Maximilian Henry make with the French in 1671 regarding his territory?

Answer: He allowed them free passage and to establish warehouses.

Explanation: In 1671, Maximilian Henry agreed to allow the French free passage through his territory and to establish warehouses, facilitating their military preparations.

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How did Maximilian Henry initially respond to complaints from his people about French war preparations in 1671?

Answer: He blamed William of Fürstenberg and was placated by French funds.

Explanation: In response to complaints from his people about French war preparations in 1671, Maximilian Henry initially blamed William of Fürstenberg and was subsequently placated by receiving additional French funds.

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What event led Maximilian Henry to quickly negotiate an end to Cologne's involvement in the Franco-Dutch War?

Answer: The arrest of William of Fürstenberg.

Explanation: The arrest of William of Fürstenberg on February 14, 1674, prompted Maximilian Henry to swiftly negotiate an end to Cologne's involvement in the Franco-Dutch War.

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What specific exception was included in the general amnesty clause of the treaty with the Dutch after the Franco-Dutch War?

Answer: An exception for those convicted of treason.

Explanation: The general amnesty clause in the treaty with the Dutch after the Franco-Dutch War included a specific exception for those convicted of treason, a provision designed to allow the continued detention of William of Fürstenberg.

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Why was the secret treaty Maximilian Henry signed with Austria in December 1674 kept secret until 1677?

Answer: He feared French retaliation for betraying William of Fürstenberg.

Explanation: The secret treaty Maximilian Henry signed with Austria in December 1674 was kept confidential until 1677 due to his apprehension of French retaliation for what they would perceive as a betrayal of William of Fürstenberg.

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In which major conflict did Maximilian Henry of Bavaria participate, aligning with the French against the Holy Roman Empire?

Answer: Franco-Dutch War

Explanation: Maximilian Henry of Bavaria participated in the Franco-Dutch War, aligning himself with the French and against the Holy Roman Empire.

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When did Maximilian Henry's territories come under attack during the Franco-Dutch War?

Answer: 1672

Explanation: Maximilian Henry's territories came under attack in 1672, when the Holy Roman Emperor sided with the Dutch in the Franco-Dutch War.

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What did Maximilian Henry agree to in a secret treaty with Austria in December 1674?

Answer: To never employ the Fürstenberg brothers again in his service.

Explanation: In a secret treaty with Austria in December 1674, Maximilian Henry agreed to permanently cease employing the Fürstenberg brothers in his service.

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Later Ecclesiastical Roles and Succession

The Prince-Bishopric of Münster was one of Maximilian Henry's primary roles from 1650.

Answer: False

Explanation: Maximilian Henry of Bavaria became Prince-Bishop of Münster in 1683, not 1650, and it was one of his later, rather than primary, roles from the outset of his career.

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Pope Innocent XI confirmed Maximilian Henry's nomination as Bishop of Münster in 1683.

Answer: False

Explanation: Pope Innocent XI refused to confirm Maximilian Henry's nomination as Bishop of Münster in 1683.

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Joseph Clemens of Bavaria succeeded Maximilian Henry as Archbishop-Elector of Cologne.

Answer: True

Explanation: Upon Maximilian Henry's death in 1688, Joseph Clemens of Bavaria succeeded him as Archbishop-Elector of Cologne.

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Who succeeded Maximilian Henry of Bavaria as Archbishop-Elector of Cologne upon his death in 1688?

Answer: Joseph Clemens of Bavaria

Explanation: Upon Maximilian Henry of Bavaria's death in 1688, Joseph Clemens of Bavaria succeeded him as Archbishop-Elector of Cologne.

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Who succeeded Maximilian Henry of Bavaria as Prince-Bishop of Liège?

Answer: John Louis of Elderen

Explanation: John Louis of Elderen succeeded Maximilian Henry of Bavaria as Prince-Bishop of Liège.

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Who succeeded Maximilian Henry of Bavaria as Prince-Bishop of Hildesheim?

Answer: Jost Edmund von Brabeck

Explanation: Jost Edmund von Brabeck succeeded Maximilian Henry of Bavaria as Prince-Bishop of Hildesheim.

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Who succeeded Maximilian Henry of Bavaria as Prince-Bishop of Münster?

Answer: Frederick Christian von Plettenberg

Explanation: Frederick Christian von Plettenberg succeeded Maximilian Henry of Bavaria as Prince-Bishop of Münster.

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What was the primary reason Pope Innocent XI refused to confirm Maximilian Henry's nomination as Bishop of Münster in 1683?

Answer: The source does not provide a specific reason for the refusal.

Explanation: The provided source material states that Pope Innocent XI refused to confirm Maximilian Henry's nomination as Bishop of Münster in 1683, but it does not detail a specific reason for this refusal.

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Biographical Details and Family Lineage

Maximilian Henry of Bavaria was the second son of Albert VI, Duke of Bavaria.

Answer: False

Explanation: The source material specifies that Maximilian Henry of Bavaria was the third son and fourth child of Albert VI, Duke of Bavaria, not the second son.

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Maximilian Henry of Bavaria was born in 1688 and died in 1621.

Answer: False

Explanation: Maximilian Henry of Bavaria was born in 1621 and died in 1688, making the statement's dates reversed.

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Munich was the birthplace of Maximilian Henry of Bavaria.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source explicitly states that Maximilian Henry of Bavaria was born in Munich, within the Duchy of Bavaria.

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Maximilian Henry's friendships with the Fürstenberg brothers had little impact on their respective careers.

Answer: False

Explanation: The friendships Maximilian Henry formed with the Fürstenberg brothers were, in fact, highly influential and significantly guided the careers of all three individuals.

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Maximilian Henry of Bavaria belonged to the House of Habsburg.

Answer: False

Explanation: Maximilian Henry of Bavaria belonged to the House of Wittelsbach, not the House of Habsburg.

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The source material includes an image depicting Maximilian Henry of Bavaria in a life-size portrait.

Answer: True

Explanation: The provided source material indeed contains an image that depicts Maximilian Henry of Bavaria in a life-size portrait.

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Who were Maximilian Henry of Bavaria's parents?

Answer: Albert VI, Duke of Bavaria, and Mechthilde von Leuchtenberg

Explanation: Maximilian Henry of Bavaria was the son of Albert VI, Duke of Bavaria, and Mechthilde von Leuchtenberg.

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Who were the key figures Maximilian Henry of Bavaria befriended at Gymnasium Tricoronatum, whose careers were significantly influenced by this friendship?

Answer: Franz Egon of Fürstenberg and Wilhelm Egon von Fürstenberg

Explanation: At Gymnasium Tricoronatum, Maximilian Henry befriended Franz Egon of Fürstenberg and Wilhelm Egon von Fürstenberg, and these friendships significantly influenced their subsequent careers.

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Which family house did Maximilian Henry of Bavaria belong to?

Answer: House of Wittelsbach

Explanation: Maximilian Henry of Bavaria was a member of the House of Wittelsbach, a prominent European royal dynasty.

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What was Maximilian Henry of Bavaria's age at the time of his death?

Answer: 66

Explanation: Maximilian Henry of Bavaria died at the age of 66.

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