Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
francis-ferdinand
Proper Noun
/ˈfrɑːnsɪs ˈfɜːrdɪnænd/
Definition
Francis Ferdinand was the Archduke of Austria whose assassination in 1914 triggered the events leading to World War I.
Examples
- Francis Ferdinand was assassinated in Sarajevo in June 1914.
- The assassination of Francis Ferdinand marked the beginning of a series of events that led to World War I.
- Historians remember Francis Ferdinand as a key figure in early 20th-century European history.
Meaning
He is best known for being the heir presumptive to the Austro-Hungarian throne and his death is often cited as a catalyst for the war.
Synonyms
- Heir
- Archduke
- Successor
