The Age of Imperial Bishops II

Aachen Cathedral emerged as a pivotal center of imperial power during the Salian dynasty, with the archbishops of Cologne securing three critical privileges that endured through the Middle Ages. These included an exclusive vote in royal elections, the right to crown newly elected kings within Aachen's cathedral, and the office of archchancellor of Italy. The study, part of a broader examination of the Imperial City of Cologne, traces how these bishops navigated political dynamics to solidify their authority, reshaping the balance of power in medieval Europe.

Huffman, J. P. (2025). The Age of Imperial Bishops II. The Imperial City of Cologne, 127–151. https://doi.org/10.5117/9789462988224-5