may 6, 1618 - The Defenestration of Prague

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The Defenestration of Prague in 1618, the throwing by Protestant citizens of Catholic officials from the windows of Hradčany Castle, an event which contributed to the outbreak of the Thirty Years War. This gave many countries a great opportunity to take over The Holy Roman Empire which could completely change the balance of power in Europe.

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