Zrínyi family

The Zrínyi family was a prominent noble lineage in medieval Hungary and Croatia, renowned for their military leadership and influential political roles from the 14th to the 17th centuries. Members of the family, such as Nikola Zrínyi and his descendants, played key parts in defending their homeland against Ottoman invasions, contributing to the region’s history of resistance and patriotism. They were also patrons of culture and education, leaving a lasting legacy in Central European history. The family epitomizes the noble warrior tradition and political prominence in the borderlands of the Hungarian Kingdom.