Franz Ferdinand (Archduke)

FAQ About Franz Ferdinand (Archduke)

Who was Sophie, Duchess of Hohenberg?

Sophie, Duchess of Hohenberg, was the wife of Archduke Franz Ferdinand. The couple married in 1900, despite opposition due to Sophie’s lower status as a non-dynastic noble. They had three children together and were deeply devoted to each other. Unfortunately, she was assassinated alongside her husband in Sarajevo.