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1255 – 1298Adolf of Nassau (1255-1298)Died 2 July 1298, aged 43Adolf of Nassau was King of Germany from 1292 until his deposition by rebellious princes in 1298. He was killed in battle at Göllheim fighting his rival and successor, Albert of Habsburg. His death ended the succession crisis within the Holy Roman Empire.
1298Battle of GöllheimAdolf of Nassau killed, Albert of Habsburg becomes King of GermanyKing Adolf of Nassau was defeated and killed in battle near Göllheim by his rival Albert of Habsburg, who had been elected as a competing king by rebellious German princes. Albert I was subsequently confirmed as King of Germany. The battle ended a bitter succession dispute within the Holy Roman Empire.