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Who succeeded Louis IV as Holy Roman Emperor?

  • Charles IV

  • Frederick III

  • Maximilian I

  • Joseph II

Answer

Charles IV, the son of John of Bohemia, succeeded Louis IV as Holy Roman Emperor in 1346. He was elected by the seven prince-electors, who were responsible for choosing the emperor. Charles IV ruled the Holy Roman Empire until his death in 1378 and is remembered as a strong and effective ruler who expanded the empire's territories and improved its administration.
Conquering the Crown: Unveiling the Reign of Louis IV, Holy Roman Emperor

Conquering the Crown: Unveiling the Reign of Louis IV, Holy Roman Emperor

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