Henry IV, Holy Roman Emperor

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Henry IV
Holy Roman Emperor
In office 1084–1105
Preceded by	Henry III, Holy Roman Emperor
Succeeded by	Henry V, Holy Roman Emperor
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.