In which year did Michael become de facto ruler of Transylvania?
1598
1599
1600
1601
Answer
Michael the Brave became the de facto ruler of Transylvania in 1599 after he was elected by the Transylvanian Diet. This came after he had defeated the Ottoman Empire in a series of battles, and he was able to use his military prowess to seize control of the region.
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