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RE: LeoThread 2025-02-23 19:09

in LeoFinance8 months ago

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Although there were attempts to shift towards hereditary monarchy—most notably under Emperor Henry VI—most elections remained muddied by political intrigue and were often informal until the 14th century. The process of electing a king typically involved unanimous decisions from the elite, excluding dissenters who perceived the outcomes as fateful. This practice maintained a level of division within the Empire, with the nobility able to challenge the monarch.

The Papacy: An Influence Dueling for Power