Archduke Ludwig Viktor Joseph Anton of Austria (15 May 1842 – 18 January 1919) was a younger brother of Emperor Franz Joseph I. He had a military career, as was usual for archdukes, but did not take part in politics. He was openly homosexual and declined to marry princesses who were sought for him. He is well known for his art collection and patronage as well as philanthropy.
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15 May 1842 Hofburg, Vienna, Austria
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Died |
18 January 1919 (aged 76) Schloss Klessheim, Austria
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Zodiac | Taurus |
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