The Empire of Austria; Its Rise and Present Power
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MARIA THERESA. From 1743 to 1748.
Prosperous Aspect of Austrian Affairs.--Capture of Egea.--Vast Extent of Austria.--Dispute with Sardinia.--Marriage of Charles of Lorraine with the Queen's Sister.--Invasion of Alsace.--Frederic overruns Bohemia.--Bohemia recovered by Prince Charles.--Death of the Emperor Charles VII.--Venality of the old Monarchies.--Battle of Hohenfriedberg.--Sir Thomas Robinson's Interview with Maria Theresa.--Hungarian Enthusiasm.--The Duke of Lorraine Elected Emperor.--Continuation of the War.--Treaty of Peace.--Indignation of Maria Theresa. Page 444