Matthias Corvinus

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Matthias Corvinus born?February 23, 1443
2. When did Matthias Corvinus die?April 6, 1490 (age 47)
3. Where was Matthias Corvinus born?Kolozsvár, Kingdom of Hungary (now Cluj-Napoca, Romania)
4. Who was Matthias Corvinus and why was he called "The Raven King"?Matthias Corvinus was a king of Hungary in the 1400s who loved books and fought wars. He was called "The Raven King" because his family crest had a raven, a symbol of wisdom.
5. What was the Black Army and why was it important to Matthias?The Black Army was a professional army of mercenaries that Matthias created. It was famous for its discipline and strong weapons, and it helped him win battles against the Ottomans and expand his kingdom.

Humanism: An intellectual movement during the Renaissance that emphasized human potential, reason, and classical learning.
Aristocracy: The highest class in certain societies, especially those holding hereditary titles or offices.
Patronage: The support given by a wealthy person or institution to artists, writers, or scholars.