In what year did John Zápolya become King of Hungary?
1526
1510
1530
1540
Answer
In 1526, John Zápolya ascended to the throne as King of Hungary. His reign marked a period of division and conflict in the kingdom, as he faced opposition from Ferdinand I of Austria, who also claimed the throne. Zápolya's rule was characterized by alliances with the Ottoman Empire and internal struggles, ultimately leading to the division of Hungary into three parts: Royal Hungary, Ottoman Hungary, and Transylvania.
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