Ordulf

Duke of Saxony

Ordulf - Duke of Saxony
Born

None
None years ago

Died

March 28th, 1072
952 years ago — None years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Germany

Links & References

Served as Duke of Saxony from 1059 until death in 1072. Played a key role in consolidating the power of the Saxon nobility. Oversaw the expansion of territories and maintained the influence of Saxony during a turbulent period in German history.

Led Saxony as Duke

Strengthened Saxon nobility

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