It initially emerged as a religious conflict between Catholics and Protestants; over time it turned into a political war in which many European states took part. The war, which caused great destruction and population losses in Central Europe, profoundly affected the continent's future.
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Frequently asked questions
- What was Outbreak of the Thirty Years' War?
- The Thirty Years' War began in 1618 with an uprising that broke out in the lands of the Holy Roman Empire, particularly in Bohemia.
- When did Outbreak of the Thirty Years' War happen?
- 1618 CE
- Where did Outbreak of the Thirty Years' War take place?
- Prag, Bohemya