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Charles IV, Holy Roman Emperor

King

Birthday May 14, 1316

Birth Sign Taurus

Birthplace Prague, Czech Republic

DEATH DATE Nov 29, 1378 (62)

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About

Holy Roman Emperor who was crowned King of the Romans in 1346 and re-elected in 1349. He was then crowned King of Italy and Holy Roman Emperor in 1355 and King of Burgundy in 1365. He was the ruler of all the kingdoms of the Holy Roman Empire.

Before Fame

He was named Wenceslaus after his grandfather King Wenceslaus II. Later in life, he changed his name to Charles, after his uncle King Charles IV of France.

Trivia

While he was in power, he had helped create eight different castles that are still standing today. 

Family Life

He was born to King John of Bohemia and Elizabeth of Bohemia. His grandfather and uncle on his mother's side were both Kings. He was married four times and had thirteen children. 

Associated With

His son Sigismund Of Luxemburg was the Holy Roman Emperor from 1433 to 1437. 

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