In 1493, Emperor Frederick III died. Maximilian became the de facto leader of the Empire and relinquished control of the Netherlands to his and Mary's son Philip. By this time, rebellions against Maximilian's authority had been subdued by force and a strong ducal monarchy was established. He made sure that during their son's inauguration, Philip confirmed only the rights granted to territories by the time of Philip the Good.
In 1493 Emperor Frederick III died Maximilian became the de facto leader of the Empire and relinquished control of the Netherlands to his and Mary's son Philip By this time rebellions against Maximilian's authority had been subdued by force and a strong ducal monarchy was established He made sure that during their son's inauguration Philip confirmed only the rights granted to territories by the time of Philip the Good