Question

What was the original cause of the Thirty Years’ War in Europe?


assassination


revolution


religious differences


land disputes


Description

Answer 1

religious differences

Answer 2

Answer: religious differences

Explanation:

The Thirty Years War started in 1618 and lasted until 1648. It was a war driven by religious differences between Protestants and Catholics. In its early stage, it compromised only Central Europe but as the war developed most of Europe became involved. As a result, horrific violence and destruction widespread in Europe, especially in Germany lands, and only ended in 1648 with the sign of peace treaties.