Gerhard Rode
Polish sacrifice
About Gerhard Rode
Gerhard Rode (died 1320) – vogt or komtur of Sambia.
In July 1320, he took part in the attack on samogitian Medininkai. In the battle, he was captured into slavery. He was burned as a sacrifice to the gods with a horse attached to him.
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Who was Gerhard Rode?
Polish sacrifice
When did Gerhard Rode die?
Gerhard Rode died in 1320.
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