Franz Krones

Franz Krones

Austrian historian
Date of Birth: 19.11.1835
Country: Austria
  1. Early Career
  2. Contributions to Austrian History
  3. "Die ?sterr., b?hm. und ungar. L?nder 1437-1526" (1864)
  4. Research on German Settlement
  5. Later Publications
  6. Legacy

Early Career

Alfred von Arneth was an Austrian historian who served as a professor at the University of Graz. His early works focused on the history of the German-Austrian states from the 10th to the 16th centuries.

Contributions to Austrian History

Arneth's most notable contributions to Austrian history include:

"Umrisse des Geschichtslebens der deutsch-?sterr. L?ndergruppe vom X bis XVI Jahrh." (1863)

"Die ?sterr., b?hm. und ungar. L?nder 1437-1526" (1864)

"Ungarn unter Maria Theresia und Joseph II" (1871)
"Handbuch der Geschichte Oesterreichs" (1876-1879)
"Grundriss der ?sterr. Geschichte" (1881-1883)

Through these works, Arneth provided a comprehensive analysis of Austrian history, covering periods such as the Habsburg dynasty and the transition from monarchy to republic.

Research on German Settlement

In addition to his work on Austrian history, Arneth conducted extensive research on German settlement in the eastern Alps. His book "Die deutsche Besiedelung der ?stl. Alpenl?nder" (1889) examined the origins and expansion of German-speaking communities in the region.

Later Publications

In his later years, Arneth published a memoir titled "Aus Oesterreichs stillen und bewegten Jahren, 1810-12 und 1813-15" (1892), which provided insights into the political and social events of the period.

Legacy

Alfred von Arneth's contributions to Austrian history and German settlement studies continue to be highly valued. His works laid the foundation for further research and remain essential reading for historians and scholars interested in the history of the region.