About Rudolf I
Lived 850 – 908 (aged 57–58). Rudolf I was a catholic priest and bishop.
Rudolf I (died 3 August 908) was the Bishop of Würzburg from 892 until his death. He was the youngest son of Udo of Neustria.
In 892, he was appointed as bishop to replace Arno, who was killed during a campaign against Great Moravia. At the same time, his brother Conrad the Elder became Margrave of Thuringia, reflecting the influence the family held within East Francia. It is probable that Arnulf switched his patronage from one family to another, because Poppo, Duke of Thuringia, a Babenberg, was deposed for counselling Arno to campaign. Soon after the Babenbergs and Conradines were in a feud.
Rudolf was killed in 908 while fighting against the Magyars in Thuringia.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Rudolf I?
German bishop
When was Rudolf I born?
Rudolf I was born in 850.
When did Rudolf I die?
Rudolf I died on 3 August 908 in Thuringia.
What was Rudolf I's occupation?
Rudolf I was a catholic priest and bishop.
What nationality was Rudolf I?
Rudolf I's recorded nationality: Duchy of Thuringia.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Rudolf I (bishop of Würzburg)
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