PRINCEBISHOP REINHOLD von BUXHOEVEDEN

Bishop of Oesel-Wiek 1219

He became famous after his victory in the 'Dispute of Wiek' against Markgraf Wilhelm von Brandenburg, a brother of the Duke Albrecht von Preussen, who wanted to conquer his bishopric. But he was defeated by Reinhold and his vassals. Reinhold had also the support from the Pope and the Emperor.