Wenno von Rohrbach explained

Wenno von Rohrbach
Office:1st Master of the Livonian Brothers of the Sword
Predecessor:Position established
Successor:Volkwin Schenk
Termend:1209
Termstart:1204

Wenno von Rohrbach, also known as Winno, Vinno, and Winne, was the first Master (Herrenmeister) of the Livonian Brothers of the Sword, leading the Order from 1204 to 1209.[1]

Death

Originally from Kassel-Naumburg, Wenno was killed by the knight with an axe, in a quarrel caused by some unknown reason. As a result, Wickbert was sentenced to death. Wenno was succeeded by Volkwin Schenk.

Notes and References

  1. Book: A Chronology of the Crusades. Venning. Timothy. Frankopan. Peter. 2015-05-01. Routledge. 9781317496427. en.