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Emperor Charles IV. and the Origins of the Great Schism, c. 1375-1378
Emperor Otto I the Great made history in the Holy Roman Empire with a significant dynastic achievement: in 967, he persuaded the pope to crown his son co-emperor in Rome. Two centuries later, another renowned emperor, Frederick Barbarossa, attempted a similar feat, negotiating with four different popes for the coronation of his descendant, but ultimately failed. A lesser-known parallel can be...You can only write a review for items purchased in our store. Please make sure you are logged in to the account you used to purchase the item.