The War of Austrian Succession Began in 1740 When Prussia

question 64

Multiple Choice

The War of Austrian Succession began in 1740 when Prussia attacked the Habsburg province of

• A)Transylvania.
• B)Bavaria.
• C)Silesia.
• D)Bohemia.
• E)Haupstadt.

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