Background
II, Franz Josef, was born on August 16, 1906 in Frauenthal.
II, Franz Josef, was born on August 16, 1906 in Frauenthal.
Student, Schottengymnasium Wien, forest engineering University Wien.
Succeeded grand-uncle Prince Francis I, as reigning prince of Liechtenstein, since 1938.
Son of Alois and Elisabeth, Archduchess of Austria. Married Georgine, countess Wilczek, March 7, 1943 (deceased October 1989). Children: Hans-Adam, Philipp, Nikolaus, Nora, F.J. Wenzel.