War of the Austrian Succession (dec 16, 1740 – oct 18, 1748)
Description:
European War involving major powers such as France, Spain, Austria, Prussia, and Britain. Frederick the Great Invades Austria, breaking prague treaty. Spain and France also invade, Britain joins forces with Austria partly to maintain balance of power and partly to secure King George 2 hanoverian propertyAdded to timeline:
Date:
dec 16, 1740
oct 18, 1748
~ 7 years and 10 months