20 February 1194Invasion of SicilyTancred I
At Gravina (June 1192) he reinforced his papal support by surrendering the royal legateship over Sicily.
Historical records for Italy in 1194, rendered directly from the World History Database and ordered by month, day and event.
At Gravina (June 1192) he reinforced his papal support by surrendering the royal legateship over Sicily.
But his death, at Palermo (20 February 1194), two months after that of his young son and co-king, Roger III, opened the way for Hohenstaufen rule in Sicily.
Henry had left garrisons along the frontiers of the Regno.
In 1192 and 1193 he personally led successful campaigns against the Apulian barons.
Tancred now sought to win over the towns by extensive grants of privileges.
Henry VI captures Sicily & has himself crowned King of Sicily
Henry VI captures Sicily & has himself crowned King of Sicily
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