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Hugh Capet

Type Figure Region France Time c. 939–996 Also known as Hugh I

Hugh Capet (c. 939–996) was elected King of West Francia in 987, founding the Capetian dynasty.…

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  1. c. 939–987Paris · Île-de-FranceOf the Robertian family, he inherited the title Duke of France, controlling the core territories around Paris and Orléans, and became the most powerful claimant to the throne after the death of Louis V, the last Carolingian king.
  2. 987–996Banks of the Seine · FranceElected king by the nobles on the banks of the Seine in May 987, ending direct Carolingian rule and founding the Capetian dynasty; during his reign he consolidated the lands around Paris and secured the smooth succession of his son Robert.

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