Polity Runkel Lordship

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Was a lordship of the Holy Roman Empire.

Establishment

  • January 1160: Runkel Lordship is mentioned for the first time in 1159.

Chronology

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Disestablishment

  • January 1455: In 1454, the territory of Wied was inherited by the Runkel Lordship.
  • January 1455: In 1454, the territory of Runkel-Runkel was inherited by the Wied family and subsequently renamed to Wied-Runkel. This historical event involved the transfer of power and territory within the noble families of the region.