Who was Henry's principal ally in the wars of Italy?
Roger of Sicily
Godfrey of Tuscany
Matilda of Tuscany
Otto of Savoy
Answer
Henry's principal ally in the wars of Italy was Matilda of Tuscany. She was a powerful feudal leader who ruled over the territory of Tuscany in central Italy. She was also a devout Christian who was deeply committed to the papacy. Henry needed her support in order to secure his position in Italy and to defend the papacy from its enemies.
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