Frederick the Fair

MedievalEmperorHoly Roman Empire1289 — 1330

Anti-king who was captured and imprisoned.

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Quick Facts

Born

1289

Died

1330

Country

Holy Roman Empire

Era

Medieval

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)21

Political (20%)32

Influence (20%)46

Legacy (20%)36

Leadership (15%)34

Strategy (15%)40

Total Score36.3

Frederick the Fair — Complete Timeline

1314 AD

Elected Anti-King of GermanyPolitical Action◆ Major

Frederick the Fair was elected anti-king of Germany by a faction of prince-electors, opposing Louis IV of Bavaria. This election was part of a double election that led to a civil war between the Habsburg and Wittelsbach dynasties.

ElectionHabsburgDouble Election

Impact: regional

1322 AD

Defeated and Captured at the Battle of MühldorfWar◆ Major

Frederick the Fair was defeated and captured by Louis IV of Bavaria at the Battle of M

BattleDefeatHabsburg

Impact: regionaltragic

1325 AD

Released from CaptivityPolitical Action

Frederick the Fair was released from captivity after agreeing to recognize Louis IV as king. However, he later renounced this agreement, leading to continued tensions between the Habsburgs and Wittelsbachs.

ReleaseHabsburgAgreement

Impact: regional

1330 AD

Died in GutensteinOther◆ Major

Frederick the Fair died in Gutenstein, Austria, without ever fully securing the German throne. His death ended his claim and allowed Louis IV to rule unchallenged, though the Habsburg dynasty continued to hold power in Austria.

DeathHabsburgEnd of Claim

Impact: regional