Judith of Bavaria was the Carolingian empress as the second wife of Louis the Pious. Marriage to Louis marked the beginning of her rise as an influential figure in the Carolingian court. She had two children with Louis, Gisela and Charles the Bald. The birth of her son led to a major dispute over the imperial succession, and tensions between her and Charles' half-brothers from Louis' first marriage. She eventually fell from grace when Charles' wife, Ermentrude of Orléans, rose to power. She was buried in 843 in Tours.
Judith of Bavaria, Frankish empress
Judith of Bavaria, Frankish empress
On April 19, in the year 843, Judith of Bavaria, Frankish empress. This event is recorded as a Notable Deaths event in the history of April 19, one of 299 recorded events on this date across all of history.
1 notable person is associated with this event, including Judith of Bavaria (died 843). Learn more below.
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- This event took place on April 19, 843 (AD era).
- It is categorised as a Notable Deaths event in recorded history.
- Referenced in 1 Wikipedia article.
- 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
- Wikipedia source last updated on 22 November 2025.
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