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Hussite War

A series of 15th-century conflicts in Bohemia between followers of John Hus and Roman Catholics, resulting in religious freedom for the Hussites.

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Definition

(1419 – c. 1434) A series of conflicts fought in Bohemia (modern-day Czech Republic) between followers of the reformer John Hus and Roman Catholic loyalists toward the end of the Bohemian Reformation. Although the Catholics won, the Hussites were granted the freedom of religion they had fought for.

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See also: Bohemian ReformationTerm
Influenced by: John HusPerson

Sources

1.Mark, Joshua J. “Hussite Wars.” World History EncyclopediaLinkOriginal citation: Mark, Joshua J.. "Hussite Wars." World History Encyclopedia. Last modified November 18, 2021. https://www.worldhistory.org/Hussite_Wars/.

Last revised August 14, 2026