Sigerich

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Sigerich († 415 ) was king of the Visigoths in 415 . He came to power after the assassination of his predecessor Athaulf with the support of influential nobles. Since Athaulf had Sigerich's brother executed, he swore blood revenge . It cannot be proven whether Sigerich was involved in the murder.

Sigerich is considered a bloodthirsty and cruel ruler. He condemned the six sons of Athaulf from his first marriage to death and humiliated Galla Placidia , who had to walk long distances among the slaves. He pursued a policy hostile to Rome and prepared a great campaign.

After only seven days in reign, he was murdered by supporters of Wallia .

literature

  • Konrad Bund: overthrow and deposition of rulers in the early Middle Ages , Röhrscheid, Bonn 1979, pp. 550–551
predecessor Office successor
Athaulf King of the Visigoths
415
Wallia