William II Wittelsbach

William II Wittelsbach

duke of Bavaria

★ 1365 · The Hague ✝ 1417 · Bouchain

Life

  1. 1365Born · The Hague
  2. 1417Died · Bouchain
  3. duke of Bavaria

Their story

William II, Duke of Bavaria, was born in The Hague on April 13, 1365. A member of the House of Wittelsbach, he held the ducal title, overseeing territories within the Holy Roman Empire. His reign was marked by the shifting political landscape of late medieval Europe, as he navigated alliances and conflicts typical of his era. William II's life concluded in Bouchain on June 9, 1417. His legacy is interwoven with the historical currents of his time, contributing to the broader tapestry of European ducal houses and their interconnected histories.

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