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Herman of Nassau

d. 1200

Count of Nassau

Canon
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About Herman of Nassau

Herman of Nassau was a canon.

Herman of Nassau, (died 16 July before 1206), was count of Nassau. He later became a clergyman.

Life

Herman was the son of count Rupert III ‘the Bellicose’ of Nassau and Elizabeth of Leiningen.

Herman is mentioned as count of Nassau between 1190 and 1192. He ruled together with count Walram I of Nassau, his father's cousin.

In 1192 Herman became canon of the Saint Peter at Mainz. He probably wasn't married and died without offspring.

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Important facts

Died
1200
Occupation
Canon
Also known as
Hermann von Nassau

Family & relationships

Parent
Elizabeth of Leiningen
Parent
Rupert III, Count of Nassau

Frequently asked questions

Who was Herman of Nassau?

Count of Nassau (1190-1192)

When did Herman of Nassau die?

Herman of Nassau died in 1200.

What was Herman of Nassau's occupation?

Herman of Nassau was a canon.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Herman of Nassau

· Wikidata: Q46700288

· DBpedia: Herman, Count of Nassau

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