In the history of Austria, which battle in Bohemia sealed Austria's defeat by Prussia and its exclusion from the German Confederation in 1866?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Battle of Königgrätz
- Step 1: The catastrophic Austrian defeat at Königgrätz (Sadowa) on 3 July 1866 ended the German Dualism, leading to the dissolution of the German Confederation and the exclusion of Austria from Germany. Answer: Battle of Königgrätz. Why not the others: Battle of Custozza, Battle of Lissa and Battle of Solferino do not fit this historical event or context.
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