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Stefan Nemanjić (the First-Crowned)

Type Figure Region Serbia Time c. 1165–1228 Also known as Stefan Nemanjić、Stefan the First-Crowned、Stefan Prvovenčani、Стефан Првовенчани

Stefan Nemanjić, second son of Stefan Nemanja, became grand prince in 1196 and Serbia's first king in 1217, known as 'the First-Crowned', a key figur…

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  1. c. 1165–1180Rascia · RasciaStefan Nemanjić, second son of Stefan Nemanja, grew up in Rascia and received Orthodox religious and military-political training, preparing for his eventual succession to the grand princely throne.
  2. 1181–1190Serbia · SerbiaIn the 1180s Stefan took part in Serbian domestic affairs and foreign dealings alongside his father, gradually being established as the principal heir amid the division of power among brothers, laying the groundwork for a smooth succession in 1196.
  3. 1196–1228Serbia · SerbiaAfter inheriting the grand princely throne in 1196, Stefan shared rule with his brother Vukan; in 1217 he was crowned King of Serbia by Pope Innocent III. During his reign he promoted the building of Žiča Monastery, consolidated the church's position, and maintained an independent diplomacy toward Hungary and Byzantium.

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