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The emperor's party appointed a counter-pope, Guibert, archbishop of Ravenna, under the name of Clement III. Rudolph was killed in battle . Henry's power now vastly increased. He invaded Italy , and laid waste the territory of Matilda, countess of Tuscany, a fast friend of Gregory. In 1084 he captured Rome. Robert released Gregory, who had been besieged in the Castle of St. Angelo.
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