Empress Matilda part 3: "Coronation" of Holy Roman Empress

Matilda, educated in Trier, was prepared to rule in her husband's absence. Her mother, Edith Matilda, set an example by managing England during Henry I's absences. Matilda was respected by nobles and the poor in Germany. In 1116, Heinrich filled the void left by Matilda of Tuscany, avoiding conflict and gaining control over Italy. In 1117, Heinrich and Matilda journeyed to Rome, where Matilda was symbolically crowned Empress of the Romans, despite the absence of the Pope.

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