Later in its existence, this polity's leader was chosen by a group that included three bishops and six laymen, up from the seven who traditionally made the decision.
Later in its existence, this polity's leader was chosen by a group that included three bishops and six laymen, up from the seven who traditionally made the decision. Free imperial cities in this polity included Basel and Speyer. Dissolved in 1806, its key events included the Investiture Controversy and the Golden Bull of 1356. 
Later in its existence, this polity's leader was chosen by a group that included three bishops and six laymen, up from the seven who traditionally made the decision.
Holy Roman Empire