Karel IV of Schwarzenberg
1859–1913 (age 54)
Biography
Karel IV of Schwarzenberg, born into a venerable noble house in 1859, devoted his life to the public affairs of the Czech lands, blending the responsibilities of his lineage with service as a politician during a period of spirited national awakening. He navigated the complex currents of empire and nationhood with a steady hand, seeking to balance tradition with the aspirations of his countrymen.
His measured voice and dignified presence earned him lasting admiration, and the family vault in Orlík nad Vltavou now holds his memory among the generations of the Schwarzenbergs who served their people.