13 January 1257InterregnumRichard of Cornwall
A group of electors chose Richard of Cornwall as King of the Romans.
Historical records for Germany in 1257, rendered directly from the World History Database and ordered by month, day and event.
A group of electors chose Richard of Cornwall as King of the Romans.
A rival group of electors chose Alfonso X of Castile as King of the Romans.
Richard of Cornwall was crowned at Aachen but never established durable authority throughout the Empire.
Konrad of Cologne supported Richard of Cornwall and helped arrange his coronation.
Arnold of Trier supported Alfonso X in the divided royal election.
Alfonso X maintained his German royal claim from Castile and never travelled to Germany.
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