Henry IV, Holy Roman Emperor

Henry IV

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Holy Roman Emperor

In office
1084-1105
Preceded by  |  Henry III, Holy Roman Emperor
Succeeded by  |  Henry V, Holy Roman Emperor

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Born  |  November 11, 1050
Died  |  August 7, 1106
Liege, Lower Lorraine
Resting place  |  Speyer Cathedral

Henry IV (1050-1106) was Holy Roman Emperor from 1056 until 1105. During his reign, he became involved with the Investiture Controversy. he is sometimes called "the stereotype of a tyrant" however some believe he protected the poor.