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Heinrich VII Elected
The Seven Electors - of Koln, Mainz, Trier, Bayern, Sachsen, Brandenburg and Bohmen - choose Heinrich, Graf von Luxemburg, to be Holy Roman Emperor Heinrich VII Date: 27 November 1308
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1308 Bayern Brandenburg Choose Elected Electors Graf Heinrich Koln Luxemburg Mainz Sachsen Trier Bohmen
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This historic print depicts the momentous event of Heinrich VII's election as Holy Roman Emperor on November 27, 1308. The scene shows the seven electors of the Holy Roman Empire, each representing significant territories within the realm, gathered together in a grand hall. The electors of Cologne, Mainz, Trier, Bayern, Sachsen, Brandenburg, and Bohmen are depicted in regal attire, each holding their distinctive electoral caps and scepters. Heinrich, Graf von Luxemburg, stands before them, humbly receiving their decision. Hailing from the House of Luxembourg, Heinrich was a skilled diplomat and military leader, who had earned the respect and trust of the electors through his strategic alliances and military victories. His election marked a new era of peace and stability in the Holy Roman Empire, which had been plagued by internal strife and external threats. The election of Heinrich VII was a significant turning point in German history. His reign saw the strengthening of the imperial institution, the consolidation of territorial power, and the promotion of cultural and intellectual achievements. The electors' decision to choose Heinrich as their emperor was a testament to his leadership qualities and his ability to unite the diverse territories of the Holy Roman Empire under a single rule. This print captures the grandeur and significance of the electoral college and the election of Heinrich VII as Holy Roman Emperor. It is a reminder of the rich history and complex political dynamics that shaped the medieval German world.
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