About Wenno
Lived 1200 – 1209. Wenno was a German politician.
Wenno von Rohrbach, also known as Winno, Vinno, and Winne, was the first Master (Herrenmeister) of the Livonian Brothers of the Sword, leading the Order from 1204 to 1209.
Death Originally from Kassel-Naumburg, Wenno was killed by the knight with an axe, in a quarrel caused by some unknown reason. As a result, Wickbert was sentenced to death. Wenno was succeeded by Volkwin Schenk.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Wenno?
Master of the Livonian Brothers of the Sword (died 1209)
When was Wenno born?
Wenno was born in 1200 in Naumburg.
When did Wenno die?
Wenno died in 1209 in Cēsis, Riga.
What was Wenno's occupation?
Wenno was a politician.
What nationality was Wenno?
Wenno was German.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Wenno. https://biography.guide/wenno/
MLA: "Wenno." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/wenno/.
Chicago: "Wenno." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/wenno/.
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