Person

Adolf of Nassau

c. 1255–1298 · 13th century · Also known as Adolf, King of the Romans, Adolf of Germany

Adolf of Nassau was a count of Nassau elected King of the Romans in 1292. To build support he granted and confirmed privileges to towns such as Sélestat and Leutkirch. The prince-electors deposed him in 1298, and he was killed the same year fighting his rival Albert of Habsburg at the Battle of Göllheim.

Adolf of Nassau
Image: Otto Posse · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons

Mentioned in 3 state histories

County of NassauFree Imperial City of SélestatFree Imperial City of Leutkirch

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