1764 imperial election

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The imperial election of 1764 was an imperial election held to select the emperor of the Holy Roman Empire. It took place in Frankfurt on 27 March.

Background

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Francis I, Holy Roman Emperor called for the election of his successor. The prince-electors called to Frankfurt were:

Elected

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Archduke Joseph, the eldest son of Francis and Maria Theresa, was elected as king of the Romans.

Aftermath

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Joseph came to the throne on the death of his father on 18 August 1765.