Uhorská kráľovská miestodržiteľská rada a vymenovanie Alberta sasko–tešínskeho za uhorského miestodržiteľa
The Hungarian royal lieutenancy council and the appointment of Albert of Saxony–Teschen as the Hungarian viceroy

Summary/Abstract: The presented study outlines the establishment and functions of the Hungarian Royal Lieutenancy Council and highlights the activities of Duke Albert of Saxony–Teschen in his role as the Hungarian viceroy and the president of this council. Duke Albert ranks among the prominent figures of Central European history of the 18th century. The introductory part of the study describes the Lieutenancy Council itself – its foundation, composition, operation, authority, and related aspects. The second part of the study focuses on the reasons for Albert’s arrival in Vienna, his establishment at the Viennese court, as well as his career in the army and in the position of viceroy. Over time, Albert gained considerable favor with Empress Maria Theresa and gradually established himself firmly with in the Habsburg court. He obtained important military and state positions and played a significant role in implementing many reforms within the empire.

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