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What sobriquet did Ferdinand I gain due to his character?

  • The Benign

  • The Brave

  • The Bold

  • The Beautiful

Answer

Ferdinand I, Holy Roman Emperor was known as "The Benign" because he was a peace-loving ruler who rarely used violence or military force. He preferred to use diplomacy and negotiation to settle disputes.
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