 Around this time the "Hansekogge" (cog ship) became a unique product of Bremen.In 1362, representatives of Bremen rendered homage to Albert II, Prince-Archbishop of Bremen in Langwedel.In return, Albert confirmed the city's privileges and brokered a peace between the city and Gerhard III, Count of Hoya, who since 1358 had held some burghers of Bremen in captivity.