What led to Sobieski's sudden election as monarch?
A coup
A landslide victory
A war
King Michael's death
Answer
King Michael's unexpected demise paved the way for Sobieski's swift ascent to the throne, propelled by the Polish–Lithuanian nobility's urgent need for a resolute and experienced leader amid a period of political turmoil and external threats. Sobieski's military prowess and strategic acumen, honed through years of military campaigns and diplomatic efforts, made him an ideal candidate to address the challenges facing the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth at that critical juncture.
Sobieski's Stand: The Royal Challenge on the Life and Reign of John III Sobieski
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