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Who played a significant role during Ferdinand's reign due to his illness?

  • Archduke Louis and Prince Metternich

  • Archduke Franz and Prince Ferdinand

  • Archduke Karl and Prince Rudolph

  • Archduke Joseph and Prince Leopold

Answer

Archduke Louis and Prince Metternich played a significant role during Ferdinand's reign due to his illness. Archduke Louis was Ferdinand's younger brother, and Prince Metternich was a powerful Austrian statesman. Louis was named regent of Austria, and Metternich was appointed foreign minister. Louis and Metternich were both opposed to the French Revolution, and they worked together to maintain Austria's power and influence in Europe.
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