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What was the main reason Mary married Maximilian of Austria?

  • Love

  • Political alliance

  • Financial stability

  • To move to Austria

Answer

Political alliance was the primary reason for Mary's marriage to Maximilian of Austria. This union aimed to strengthen the Habsburg dynasty and secure political stability in Europe. By marrying Maximilian, Mary forged a powerful alliance between the Burgundian Netherlands and the Holy Roman Empire, creating a formidable force against rival powers.
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