hohenstaufen dynasty

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German dynasty that ruled the Holy Roman Empire (1138-1208, 1212-54). It was founded by Count Frederick died 1105 , who built Staufen Castle and was appointed duke of Swabia as Frederick I (1079). Hohenstaufen emperors included Frederick I Barbarossa (r. 1155-90), Henry VI (r.1191-97), and Frederick II (r.1220-50). The dynasty continued the struggle with the papacy begun under their predecessors. See also Guelphs and Ghibellines
hohenstaufen dynasty
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