Ulric II, Margrave of Carniola facts for kids
Ulric II (also called Ulrich or Odalric) was an important leader in Europe almost 1,000 years ago. He lived in the 11th and 12th centuries. Ulric was known for being a powerful ruler in areas called Istria and Carniola. These regions are now part of countries like Slovenia and Croatia. He was a Margrave, which was a special type of count who ruled a border area for an emperor.
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Who Was Ulric II?
Ulric II was a powerful figure in medieval Europe. He was a Margrave, which means he was a noble ruler of a border region, similar to a count. He held power in two important areas: Istria and Carniola. He became the Margrave of both in 1098. He also had the title of Count of Weimar from a very young age, starting in 1067.
His Family and Early Life
Ulric II was the second son of a ruler named Ulric I. His mother was Sophia, who was the daughter of Bela I of Hungary, a king. This means Ulric II came from a very important and royal family.
Becoming a Ruler
Ulric II became a very important ruler after his older brother, Poppo II, passed away in 1098. When his brother died, Ulric II inherited both of his brother's titles: Margrave of Istria and Margrave of Carniola. This made him a very powerful person in those regions.
Losing Some Power
Even though Ulric II inherited a lot of power, he didn't keep all of it forever. Sometime between 1101 and 1107, he lost control of Istria. This region was then given to Engelbert II of Sponheim. Engelbert's father had actually ruled Istria before Ulric's brother, Poppo II. So, the title went back to that family.
What Happened Next?
Ulric II was sometimes called de Saxonie principus, which means "prince from Saxony." He married a woman named Adelaide, who passed away in 1146. However, Ulric and Adelaide did not have any children. Because he had no children, his titles and lands had to pass to other family members. The region of Carniola eventually went to his sister Adelaide's grandson, Conrad I, Duke of Merania. Ulric II himself passed away on May 13, 1112.
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