Bolesław II the Horned
Bolesław II the Horned (Polish: Bolesław II Rogatka), known also as Bolesław II the Bald (Polish: Bolesław II Łysy; c. 1220/5 – 26/31 December 1278), a member of the Silesian Piasts, was High Duke of Poland briefly in 1241 and Duke of Silesia at Wrocław from 1241 until 1248, when the duchy was divided between him and his brothers. After the partition, he ruled the Silesian Duchy of Legnica until his death. The second Mongol raid against Poland, led by Nogai Khan, occurred during his reign.
| Bolesław II the Horned | |
|---|---|
| High Duke of Poland | |
| Reign | 1241 |
| Predecessor | Henry II the Pious |
| Successor | Konrad I of Masovia |
| Duke of Silesia | |
| Reign | 1241–1248 |
| Predecessor | Henry II the Pious |
| Successor | Henry III the White |
| Duke of Legnica | |
| Reign | 1248–1278 |
| Successor | Henry V |
| Born | c. 1220-1225 |
| Died | 26/31 December 1278 |
| Spouse | Hedwig of Anhalt Euphemia of Pomerania Sophia of Dyhrn |
| Issue more... | Henry V the Fat Bolko I the Strict Bernard the Lightsome |
| House | Silesian Piasts |
| Father | Henry II the Pious |
| Mother | Anna of Bohemia |
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