Robert the Strong
Frankish noble
Robert the Strong (French: Robert le Fort, c. 830 – 866) was the father of two kings of West Francia: Odo (or Eudes) and Robert I of France. His family is named after him and called the Robertians. In 853, he was named Missus dominicus by Charles the Bald, king of West Francia. Robert the Strong was the great-grandfather of Hugh Capet and ancestor of all of the Capetian dynasty.
Robert the Strong | |
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Born | c. 830 |
Died | 2 July 866 |
Issue | Odo of France Robert I of France |
Noble family | Robertians |
Father | Robert III, Count of Worms (speculated) |