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1. Holy Roman Empire

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   The Structure of Imperial Circles
   To facilitate defense and administration, the territory was organized into ten Imperial Circles (Reichskreise) starting in 1500. These circles were regional associations of states intended to coordinate military levies and enforce imperial decrees. Membership was mandatory for almost all Imperial Estates, although the Habsburg lands often acted outside the direct circle structure due to the Emperor's unique position.
   | Imperial Circle | Primary Territory (Approximate) | Key Member States (1789) |