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Was Lothair I ever involved in any war?

  • Yes, in civil war

  • No, he was a peaceful ruler

  • Yes, in a religious war

  • No, but he was involved in political intrigue

Answer

Lothair I was involved in a civil war from 840 to 843. The civil war began when Lothair's father, Louis the Pious, died in 840. Louis had divided his empire among his three sons: Lothair, Charles the Bald, and Pepin the Younger. Lothair was the eldest son and was therefore given the title of Holy Roman Emperor.
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