Joseph II (jan 1, 1741 – jan 1, 1790)
Description:
Reforms included abolishing serfdom, ending press censorship and limiting the power of the Catholic Church. And with his Edict of Toleration, Joseph gave minority religions, such as Protestants, Greek Orthodox and Jews, the ability to live and worship more freely.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1741
jan 1, 1790
~ 49 years