Also known as Francis I, Emperor of Austria (1768-1835). Francis II, Holy Roman Emperor was born on 12 February 1768 in what is now Italy. Francis II, Holy Roman Emperor is remembered as a head of state, a citizen of the Austrian Empire. Positions held included Holy Roman Emperor and Emperor of Austria.
Before and after
- 15 March 1767Birth of Andrew Jackson
- 11 July 1767Birth of John Quincy Adams
- from 1768 to 1774Sixth Russo-Turkish War
- 1768Construction of Royal Academy of Arts
- 12 February 1768Birth of Francis II, Holy Roman Emperor
- 21 March 1768Birth of Joseph Fourier
- 1769Alcalá Gate
- 5 January 1769James Watt patents the separate condenser
- 1 May 1769Birth of Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington
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