Who elected Conrad II to succeed Henry II?
The Pope
The Italian nobles
German nobles
Henry II himself
Answer
The German nobles elected Conrad II to succeed Henry II because he was a powerful and experienced leader. He had served as duke of Franconia and duke of Bavaria, and he had also led the German army against the Hungarians. Conrad II was also a member of the Salian dynasty, which had ruled Germany since 1024.
Reviving the Ottonian Era: Unveiling the Legacy of Henry II, Holy Roman Emperor
Subscribe Now!
Learn something
new everyday
Playing quizzes is free! We send 1 quiz every week to your inbox