Adolf of Nassau

MedievalEmperorHoly Roman Empire1255 — 1298

German king killed in battle against Albert of Habsburg.

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Quick Facts

Born

1255

Died

1298

Country

Holy Roman Empire

Era

Medieval

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)42

Political (20%)38

Influence (20%)64

Legacy (20%)49

Leadership (15%)35

Strategy (15%)59

Total Score48.3

Adolf of Nassau — Complete Timeline

1292 AD

Elected King of GermanyPolitical Action◆ Major

Adolf of Nassau was elected King of Germany by the prince-electors, succeeding Rudolf of Habsburg. His election was supported by the Archbishop of Mainz and other electors who sought to limit Habsburg influence.

ElectionGerman KingdomNassau

Impact: regional

1294 AD

Purchased the Landgraviate of ThuringiaPolitical Action

Adolf of Nassau purchased the Landgraviate of Thuringia from the Wettin dynasty. This acquisition expanded his territorial base but was criticized by the prince-electors for using imperial funds without their consent.

Territorial AcquisitionThuringiaControversy

Impact: regional

1298 AD

Killed at the Battle of GöllheimWar◆ Major

Adolf of Nassau was killed in battle against Albert I of Habsburg at G

BattleDeathHabsburg

Impact: regionaltragic

Deposed by the Prince-ElectorsPolitical Action◆ Major

Adolf of Nassau was deposed by the prince-electors, who accused him of misgovernance and violating imperial laws. This deposition was unprecedented and led to the election of Albert I of Habsburg as his successor.

DepositionGerman KingdomHabsburg

Impact: regionaldestructive