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Also Known As Lothair I
Born 795
Died September 29, 855 (aged 60) • Germany
Title / Office emperor (843-855), Holy Roman Empire
House / Dynasty Carolingian dynasty
Notable Family Members son Louis II • son Lothar II
Role In Treaty of Verdun

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