Conrad IV
King of Germany and Sicily
Born
1228
797 years ago
Died
May 21st, 1254
770 years ago — 26 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Germany
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Became King of Germany in 1250 and later King of Sicily in 1254. His reign was marked by conflicts over imperial authority and control over the Kingdom of Sicily. Faced challenges from papal authority and opposition from other noble factions within the German territories. Died at a young age, leaving an unfinished legacy tied to both the Holy Roman Empire and the southern Italian kingdom.
Crowned King of Germany in 1250
King of Sicily during 1254
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