Holy Roman Empire [online], Encyclopedia Britannica [dostęp 2025-03-17], Cytat: [...] he resolved in 1806 to oust Francis II from his title and to make the Holy Roman Empire a part of the Napoleonic “new order.” He was anticipated, however, by Francis II, who in 1804 had assumed the title “hereditary emperor of Austria” and who, resolving that no other should wear the crown that he was powerless to defend, resigned the old imperial dignity on August 6, 1806. So perished the Holy Roman Empire.(ang.).
