What war started after August II's death?
Seven Years' War
War of the Austrian Succession
War of the Polish Succession
War of the Spanish Succession
Answer
The War of the Polish Succession, sparked by the death of August II in 1733, embroiled several European powers in a conflict over the Polish throne. The war saw France and its allies supporting Stanisław Leszczyński, while Austria, Russia, and Saxony backed August III. The conflict ultimately resulted in the victory of August III, solidifying his rule as the King of Poland and Grand Duke of Lithuania.
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