Born into one of Europe's most prestigious family the Habsburgs, Maria Theresia became the Empress after her father's death and inherited vast territories and assets. However, neighboring countries oppose inheritance and plunge into war ... Austrian Empress Maria Theresia, famous as the mother of the tragic French Queen Marie Antoinette. While giving birth to and raising 16 children, we protected the country and worked on domestic reforms to create the foundation of modern Austria. You are just 23 years old ...