What was Lothair III's biggest military success?
His campaign against the Norman Kingdom of Sicily
His campaigns in Swabia
His campaigns in Franconia
His campaigns in Saxony
Answer
His most notable victory was during his campaign against the Norman Kingdom of Sicily, where he successfully repelled an invasion attempt and forced the Normans to negotiate a peace treaty that recognized his authority over southern Italy and granted him the title of "Dux Apuliae et Calabriae" (Duke of Apulia and Calabria). This victory reaffirmed his control over southern Italy and strengthened his position as emperor.
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