A medieval inquiry concludes that the Jews are innocent.
Reading the evidence
A · Authenticity
Imperial charter known through the edition of Frederick II's charters (reference to be checked).
B · Content
After consulting converts familiar with Jewish law, the emperor declares that no Jewish rite requires blood and forbids spreading the accusation.
C · Probative value
Strong: a medieval Christian authority, with no interest in shielding Jews, investigates and rejects the accusation. Comes too late for the victims of Fulda.