Rupert II
Elector Palatine, German leader
Born
May 12th, 1325
700 years ago
Died
1398
627 years ago — 73 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Germany
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Rupert II served as the Elector Palatine from 1329 until his death in 1352. He played a significant role in the politics of the Holy Roman Empire during his reign. His leadership was marked by efforts to strengthen his territories and influence within the empire. He engaged in conflicts with neighboring powers and sought to expand the holdings of the Palatinate. Rupert II participated in the election of the King of the Romans and attempted to assert the political interests of his electorate in the broader imperial context.
Served as Elector Palatine from 1329 to 1352
Involved in the election of the King of the Romans
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