The Empress
This article contains spoilers for The Empress season 2.
She also served as Elisabeth’s closest confidant, who helped her through her most difficult moments.
On his journey back to Austria, Maximilian stopped in Brussels and visited King Leopold I.
He met Princess Charlotte at a court ball and fell for her.
After weighing which suitor would be best for her, Charlotte decided to marry Maximilian.
In a letter he wrote to Franz, Maximilian expressed that he was worried Charlotte was too clever.
Franz Joseph I sent his brother to France, hoping that Napoleon would come to their aid.
Little did he know that General Cavour was also asking Napoleon to join his cause.
Napoleon was willing to help the Kingdom of Piedmont if the Pope remained the leader in Rome.
Elisabeth “Sisi” of Bavaria’s life changes dramatically when she weds Emperor Franz Joseph and becomes Empress of Austria. Navigating the treacherous waters of the Viennese court, Sisi encounters both grand romance and fierce political maneuvering. As she adapts to her new position, she must assert her individuality and strength to protect her family and her empire.
Cavour and Napoleon came to an agreement and a treaty of defensive alliance was signed (viaNapoleon.org).
Unfortunately, she didnt have the same luck as her sister.
So he quit his job and went after her.
The archduchess tried to control Elisabeth, but she ultimately failed to change her.
Navigating the treacherous waters of the Viennese court, Sisi encounters both grand romance and fierce political maneuvering.
