Polity Churchill-Marlborough Principality

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Was a small principality of the Holy Roman Empire created by Emperor Leopold I during the War of the Spanish Succession for John Churchill, to reward him for his victories.

Establishment

  • January 1705: John Churchill, the 1st Duke of Marlborough, was honored by Emperor Leopold I with the title of Imperial Prince on April 28, 1704, in recognition of his outstanding military achievements during the War of the Spanish Succession. He was granted control of the newly created Principality of Mindelheim.

Chronology

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Disestablishment

  • January 1715: The Churchill-Marlborough Principality is acquired by the Duchy of Bavaria.