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The Formation of the States of Brabant

On January 24, 1789, representatives from Brabant met in secret. They declared themselves the rightful government, upholding their traditional rights and rejecting Emperor Joseph II’s reforms. This led to the creation of the States of Brabant, which infuriated the Austrian Emperor and sparked conflict.

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The Formation of the States of Brabant

The Formation of the States of Brabant

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On January 24, 1789, representatives from Brabant met in secret. They declared themselves the rightful government, upholding their traditional rights and rejecting Emperor Joseph II’s reforms. This led to the creation of the States of Brabant, which infuriated the Austrian Emperor and sparked conflict.

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