Maria+Theresa

Home -Emperess of Austria from 1740- 1780 -Ascension: Charles VI persuaded European leaders to sign an agreement that declared they would recognize Charles' eldest daughter, Maria Theresa, as heir to his territories. -Religion: Catholic -Contributions to Country: Positive; She decreased the power of the nobility and limited the amount of labor that nobles could force peasants to do. -Personal Characteristics: Able ruler, devoted to her children, ready to advise -Most Famous for: Financial and educational reforms
 * __Maria Theresa__**