List of Rulers Named Henry - Germany and Holy Roman Empire

Germany and Holy Roman Empire

This refers to a much disputed line of kings that have in one way or another dominated Germany since the time of Charlemagne.

  • Henry I (919–936), see Henry I the Fowler
  • Henry II (1002–1024), see Henry II, Holy Roman Emperor
  • Henry III (1039–1056), see Henry III, Holy Roman Emperor
  • Henry IV (1056–1106), see Henry IV, Holy Roman Emperor
  • Henry V (1106–1125), see Henry V, Holy Roman Emperor
  • Henry VI (1190–1197), see Henry VI, Holy Roman Emperor
  • Henry VII (1308–1314), see Henry VII, Holy Roman Emperor

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