The Holy Roman Empire was always trying to exert control over the church, and over the papal selection. The Rome-centred papacy was always fighting against this, a rivalry and tension that came to be known as the #Guelphs (papacy) vs the #Ghibellines (the Empire).

Actually, you get two sets of "elector counts" claiming to choose the next Holy Roman Emperor

#guelphs #ghibellines

King of the Germans Donald the Fat threatens the Church and monastic lands

the Pope releases the Elector Counts and vassals from their oaths of fealty to Donald the Fat

#guelphs #ghibellines

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Power. Pride. Betrayal. As Florence rises, so does Francesco. What price will he pay to reclaim his family’s honor? Read “The Legacy“ now. #MedievalFlorence #Guelfs #Ghibellines
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