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Louis II of Italy: Biography, Facts and Career

Who is Louis II of Italy? An evergreen, sourced profile: biography, key facts and career.

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Louis II of Italy
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Louis II of Italy is profiled here with public, sourced facts.

Quick facts about Louis II of Italy

  • Full name: Louis II of Italy
  • Born: 0825-11-05
  • Nationality: Carolingian Empire
  • Known as: Royal
  • Wikidata ID: Q215204

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Who is Louis II of Italy?

Louis II (825 – 12 August 875), sometimes called the Younger, was the king of Italy and emperor of the Carolingian Empire from 844, co-ruling with his father Lothair I until 855, after which he ruled alone. Louis's usual title was imperator augustus ("august emperor"), but he used imperator Romanorum ("emperor of the Romans") after his conquest of Bari in 871, which led to poor relations with the Eastern Roman Empire.

What nationality is Louis II of Italy?

Louis II of Italy is Carolingian Empire.

When was Louis II of Italy born?

Louis II of Italy was born on 0825-11-05.

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