Lothair II of Italy
King of Italy, Holy Roman Emperor
Born
None
None years ago
Died
November 22nd, 950
1074 years ago — None years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Italy
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Ruled as King of Italy from 947 until death in 950. Was also Holy Roman Emperor, participating in politics during a period marked by conflicts between various factions within the empire. His reign faced challenges from local nobility and external enemies. The political landscape was characterized by fragmentation and competition among various claimants to power. His rule was part of the larger context of the Carolingian dynasty's decline and the subsequent rise of regional powers in Italy. The legacy of Lothair II is intertwined with the shifting dynamics of authority in Northern Italy during this time.
Ruled as King of Italy from 947 to 950
Served as Holy Roman Emperor
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