However , in Lorraine , this led to years of conflict , from which Henry emerged as the winner .
Henry 's conception of a legitimate power of royal disposition in the duchies was successful against the dukes , and thus secured royal control .
In Lorraine , this led to years of conflict , from which Henry emerged as the winner .
Henry 's conception of a legitimate power of royal disposition in the duchies was successful against the dukes , and thus secured royal control .