Franz I, Holy Roman Emperor, reigned from 1804 until his death in 1835. He was the last emperor of the Holy Roman Empire, which was dissolved in 1806 following the establishment of the Confederation of the Rhine under Napoleon Bonaparte. Franz I was also the first emperor of Austria and worked to strengthen his empire during a time of significant political change in Europe. Franz I was born on February 12, 1768, and became known for his conservative policies and efforts to maintain the traditional power structures in his realm. He was married to Maria Theresa of Austria, and together they had several children. His reign was marked by challenges, including wars and the rise of nationalism, but he remained a key figure in European politics until his death.