Austria-Hungary

The Austro-Hungarian Empire (1867-1918)

Background

The Austrian-Hungarian Emperor was formed in February 1867 as a result of the Austro-Hungarian Compromise of 1867 and later became the Austrian-Hungarian Dual Monarchy

Political Structure

The Austria-Hungarian Monarchy adopted a dual monarchy format after the Austro-Hungarian Compromise of 1867. Austria-Hungary was a constitutional monarchy, the Emperors of Hungary, as King of Hungary held both titles

Economy

Austria-Hungary was one of the most economically powerful countries in Europe

Culture

Austria-Hungary was known for its rich cultural heritage in music, literature, and the arts