The Austrian Empire - A Brief History

In Russia this was secured in part through the ruthlessness of Romanov rule. But serfdom was abolished, and genuine attempts were made to improve education and welfare services for Russia's impoverished masses. The challenges faced by the Austrian Empire were no less daunting even if like their Russian counterparts they showed themselves well aware of the utility of symbols,. Elizabeth of Bavaria, was brought into a royal family to add a bit of luster.