Mayerling Incident

The Mayerling Incident occurred in 1889 when Crown Prince Rudolf of Austria and his lover, Baroness Marie Vetsera, were found dead in their hunting lodge at Mayerling, Vienna. It is believed they died together in a murder-suicide pact, possibly due to political pressures, personal issues, or family secrets. The exact motives remain uncertain, fueling speculation and conspiracy theories over the years. This tragic event significantly impacted the Austro-Hungarian ruling family and is a notable moment in European royal history.