War of Polish Succession - 3 Minute History

The transcript discusses the decline of the Polish-Lithuanian Empire, focusing on the Great Northern War and the War of Polish Succession. It highlights the political and military maneuvers involving key figures like Augustus II, Stanislav, and Louis XV. The narrative covers alliances, conflicts, and territorial changes, culminating in peace agreements that weakened the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth, setting the stage for its eventual partition.

What was a significant factor in the decline of the Polish-Lithuanian Empire?

• The discovery of new trade routes

• Corruption by foreign powers

• The rise of the Ottoman Empire

• The invention of gunpowder

Which countries refused to accept a potential Franco-Polish alliance?

• Spain and Portugal

• Britain and the Netherlands

• Sweden and Denmark

• Russia, Prussia, and the Holy Roman Empire

What was the outcome of the French and Savoy armies' campaign in Italy?

• They took Milan but failed to advance further

• They successfully captured Mantua

• They were defeated by Austrian forces

• They formed an alliance with the Papal States

What was a major consequence of the War of Polish Succession?

• The strengthening of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth

• The unification of Italy

• The rise of the Ottoman Empire

• The partitioning of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth

What territorial exchange was agreed upon at the end of the war?

• Prussia received Danzig, and Russia received Warsaw

• Spain received Naples, and Austria received Parma

• France received Lorraine, and Austria received Tuscany

• Austria received Naples, and Spain received Tuscany