charles v, holy roman emperor
Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor, was a powerful ruler who governed vast territories in Europe during the 16th century. He was the head of both the Habsburg dynasty and the Holy Roman Empire, which included modern-day Germany, Austria, and parts of Spain, Italy, and the Netherlands. Charles V played a significant role in European politics and religious conflicts, notably the Protestant Reformation, and his reign shaped the course of history in the region.
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