Duke Franz of Hohenberg was a member of the Austrian nobility, born on December 15, 1863. He was the son of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria and Sophie, Duchess of Hohenberg. His family was closely associated with the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and his father’s assassination in 1914 played a significant role in triggering World War I. Franz of Hohenberg held the title of Duke and was known for his involvement in various cultural and social activities. He lived through significant historical changes in Europe, particularly the decline of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and passed away on July 28, 1917.