Maximilian Joseph: The First King of Bavaria

Whereas his predecessor had been hated for his attempts to sell out Bavaria, his wastefulness and for his reactionary policies, Maximilian Joseph would vehemently defend his country’s sovereignty and try to reform it into an efficient and liberal state. Trapped between the French and Austrians he was soon dragged in to the Napoleonic wars and would for a long time be the most faithful of Napoleon's German allies. Although Bonaparte was eventually defeated, Max emerged from the Congress of Vienna having protected his country's independence and gained the title of king.

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Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61 - II. Larghetto - Ludwig van Beethoven

Sonata No. 15 in D Major Pastoral, Op. 28 - II. Andante - Ludwig van Beethoven

Clarinet Concertino in E flat major, Op. 26 - Carl Maria von Weber

Symphony no. 5 in Cm, Op. 67 - II. Andante con moto - Ludwig van Beethoven

Symphony No.7 in A major, Op.92 - Ludwig van Beethoven
By "In Musica Roma International Festival"

Trio in E Flat Major, Op. 38 - II. Adagio Cantabile - Ludwig van Beethoven

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[HoH]

This was incredibly interesting, thank you.

[subconvextheobezoar]

15:15
"Why was King Maximilian so beloved?"

"Good optics"

[untruelie]

I love your videos. They are calm, aesthetically appealing, informative and of high quality. :)

[phillipiihabsburg]

You’re probably my favourite Youtuber, your quality of work is incredible. Thank you.

[leftpastsaturn]

Superb content every time, it's much appreciated.

[HistoriaenCeluloide]

To think his stepson Eugène de Beauharnais could become king of Italy, he ended up being the best new royal created by Napoleon. It's not a coincidence Maximilian didn't turn his back on him, not only because he married his daughter but because he had proven his value 🧐

[MarcusAgrippa]

I second the motion of missing you and very glad you're back!
Excellent video of course

[jamescarlton]

Absolutely fascinating as always. Such an interesting man. Great video!

[richardtorres]

I hope future historians watch these videos in awe while they study there field of work, I’m sure you’ve inspired ATLEAST one person therefore you changed history yourself!

[cody]

Please do more of these. They are wonderful.

Do you have a sponsorship site? I would love to see more on Bavaria, Saxony, Denmark, Sweden, and Poland.

[adambadam]

Another great video on Kings, Things and Bavaria channel.

[mateojude]

What a brilliant video. I’m hosting a war game of the first battle at Landshut. This has been immensely helpful

[internetkurator]

Its such a delightfully weird feeling to hear about my country's history, especially a period I know well by my profession, in the English language and with such delicate sense for detail and atmosphere.

[rulerofeternity]

I love your work, thank you so much for creating this content, I've always wanted to learn more about the more minor powers (Bavaria for example) in the world since I always focused on great powers, I love your content!

[stanleysmith]

Napoleon looks at the map of the Holy Roman Empire: "Sacre Bleu! These borders don't make any sense! What's with all the enclaves and exclaves? 🤨 Talleyrand, bring my ruler 📐, it's time to implement the metric system in Germany. " 😏

[TheArdipithecus]

Please post the musical selections for your videos. Thank you.

[LamiNalchor]

Again the interest in Bavaria; fascinating.

[SergioRodrigues]

I love deep dives in the micro german states. Congratulations!

[micahistory]

Very interesting, I had never even heard of him

[oiausdlkasuldhflaksjdhoiausydo]

I'd trade our democracy for a king like Maximilian in a second. What a time.