After the death of Louis in October 1347 Charles received general recognition , ending the schism which had long divided Germany .
On 13 April 1346 , after protracted negotiations , he excommunicated the Emperor , and directed the election of Charles IV .
After the death of Louis in October 1347 Charles IV received general recognition , ending the schism which had long divided Germany .
On 13 April 1346 , after protracted negotiations , he excommunicated the Emperor , and directed the election of Charles IV .