William of Winchester

Lord of Lüneburg

William of Winchester - Lord of Lüneburg
Born

April 11th, 1184
841 years ago

Died

1213
812 years ago — 29 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Germany

Links & References

Born in 1184, this noble served as Lord of Lüneburg. Responsibilities included managing lands and asserting influence within the political structures of the time. The lordship involved overseeing agricultural production, collection of taxes, and maintaining the welfare of subjects. He often engaged in the political affairs of the region while navigating the intricate feudal system. His lineage was connected to significant noble families, further enhancing his role within the aristocracy of medieval Germany. The lordship played a vital part in the territorial and political dynamics of the period, contributing to the eventual formation of modern states.

Oversaw the Lordship of Lüneburg

Managed lands during the medieval period

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