Historical FigureMale
Boleslav I.
died 972
About this person
Wikipedia SummaryBoleslaus I, a member of the Přemyslid dynasty, was ruler of the Duchy of Bohemia from 935 until his death in 972. He is notorious for the murder of his elder brother Wenceslaus I, through which he became duke. As duke, his decisions surrounding his dynasty led to the Roman Catholic conversion of Poland, which in turn led to the recognition of the Polish state by the papacy. This recognition helped to define medieval Poland as one of the first modern states.
Biographical & Professional Details
Date of birth
November 30, 914
Bohemia
Date of death
July 15, 967
Bohemia
- Field and occupation
- český kníže
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