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Rudolf IV, Duke of Austria

1339–1365 · 14th century · Also known as Rudolf the Founder, Rudolf IV of Austria

Rudolf IV, called the Founder, was Habsburg duke of Austria from 1358 to 1365. He founded the University of Vienna in 1365, began rebuilding St Stephen's Cathedral and had the Privilegium Maius forged to claim the title of archduke. He acquired Tyrol in 1363 and styled himself duke of Carniola. He died in Milan aged 25.

Rudolf IV, Duke of Austria
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Duchy of CarniolaDuchy of AustriaArchduchy of Austria

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