1. Home
  2. / Matthias Corvinus
  3. / Who was elected to lead after the death of George of Poděbrady?

Who was elected to lead after the death of George of Poděbrady?

  • Vladislaus Jagiellon

  • Casimir IV of Poland

  • Matthias Corvinus

  • Frederick III

Answer

Vladislaus Jagiellon was elected to lead after the death of George of Poděbrady. Vladislaus was the son of the King of Poland and the Grand Duke of Lithuania. He was elected by the Bohemian Diet in 1471. Vladislaus was a Catholic, and his election was opposed by the Hussites, who were a Protestant sect. The Hussites rebelled against Vladislaus, and the conflict lasted for several years.
The Legendary Legacy of Matthias Corvinus: Test Your Knowledge!

The Legendary Legacy of Matthias Corvinus: Test Your Knowledge!

Take the Matthias Corvinus Quiz
Subscribe newsletter

Subscribe Now!

Learn something
new everyday

Playing quizzes is free! We send 1 quiz every week to your inbox