Historical Events tagged with "luxembourg"

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Politics & Government

Henry VII Recognized as King of the Romans

July 26th, 1309 715 years ago

Pope Clement V formally recognized Henry VII as the King of the Romans in 1309, affirming his role within the Holy Roman Empire. This acknowledgment took place during a period of political turmoil and competition for imperial recognition. Henry, who was from the House of Luxembourg, had been striving to consolidate his power in the German states while also seeking legitimacy from the papacy. The recognition occurred in the context of the ongoing political struggles within the empire and the need for a united front against external threats, notably from France and the rising influence of the papacy itself.

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