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Which nobles supported Henry’s rebellion against Otto I in 939?
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Otto I and his wife Edith, sculptures in the cathedral at Magdeburg, Germany.
In 939, the rebellion led by Henry—the younger brother of Otto I—was supported by the following nobles:
- Eberhard of Franconia12
- Giselbert of Lotharingia12
Additionally, the rebellion received support from the French king Louis IV. Otto I ultimately suppressed this revolt, resulting in the death of Eberhard in battle and the drowning of Giselbert during his flight.1