+The War of the Austrian Succession (1740–1748) erupted following the death of Emperor Charles VI, challenging the right of his daughter, [Maria Theresa](/wiki/Maria_Theresa), to inherit the Habsburg lands. European powers vied for influence across the continent. Though Maria Theresa largely secured her inheritance, she notably lost [Silesia](/wiki/Silesia) to Prussia, setting the stage for future rivalries.
+## See also
+- [Pragmatic Sanction](/wiki/Pragmatic_Sanction)
+- [Seven Years' War](/wiki/Seven_Years_War)
+- [Habsburg Monarchy](/wiki/Habsburg_Monarchy)