Albert I of Germany
Holy Roman Emperor and King of Germany
Born
1255
770 years ago
Died
May 1st, 1308
716 years ago — 53 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Germany
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Served as the Holy Roman Emperor from 1298 until death in 1308. Held the title of King of Germany from 1292. His reign was marked by efforts to strengthen the authority of the monarchy amid the ongoing conflicts among German princes. Faced challenges from rival factions and was involved in military campaigns to assert control over territories. Died while returning from a campaign in Switzerland.
Elected King of the Romans in 1292
Crowned Holy Roman Emperor in 1298
Consolidated royal power within the empire
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