Austrian Occupation of Oltenia(1718)
Background
The Treaty of Passarowitz followed the Habsburg victory over the Ottoman Empire in the Great Turkish War. Austria obtained Oltenia, northern Serbia, and the Banat through negotiations.
Campaign: Great Turkish War 1714–1718
Forces Engaged
The Battle
Through the Treaty of Passarowitz (1718), Austria formally received Oltenia (Western Wallachia) following a military campaign. Austria administered Oltenia until 1739, when the Treaty of Belgrade returned it to Ottoman suzerainty.
Casualties & Outcome
No combat casualties — diplomatic territorial transfer
Habsburg Austria achieved victory over Ottoman Empire.
Austria administered Oltenia with bureaucrats and introduced Western practices; the local population suffered conversion pressures; in 1739 Austria lost Oltenia through the Treaty of Belgrade.
Significance & Legacy
The only period of significant Austrian territorial control over Romanian lands; it introduced Habsburg administrative practices; the 21 years of occupation left lasting influences on local governance.
Frequently Asked Questions
- When was the Austrian Occupation of Oltenia?
- The Austrian Occupation of Oltenia took place in 1718. Jul 1718.
- Who won the Austrian Occupation of Oltenia?
- The Habsburg Austria were victorious against the Ottoman Empire.
- What was the significance of the Austrian Occupation of Oltenia?
- The only period of significant Austrian territorial control over Romanian lands; it introduced Habsburg administrative practices; the 21 years of occupation left lasting influences on local governance.