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Robert I (1011 – 21 March 1076), known as Robert the Old and "Old French: Tête-Hardi, lit. 'the Headstrong'", was Duke of Burgundy from 1032 to his death. Robert was the son of King Robert II of France and Constance of Arles. His brother was Henry I of France.
- Robert II of France
- Helie of Semur, Ermengarde of Anjou
Feb 12, 2024 · Son of Robert II Capet, "the Pious" king of the Franks and Constance of Arles, queen consort of the Franks. Robert de France [ 1 ] born around 1011 and died onMarch 21, 1076, Duke of Burgundy from 1032 to 1076 , Count of Charolais , of Langres ( 1027 ), and of Auxerre (from 1040 to 1060 ).
Robert I (1011 – 21 March 1076), known as Robert the Old and " Old French: Tête-Hardi, lit. 'the Headstrong' ", was Duke of Burgundy from 1032 to his death. Robert was the son of King Robert II of France and Constance of Arles. His brother was Henry I of France.
Under the Ancien Régime, the duke of Burgundy was the premier lay peer of the Kingdom of France. Beginning with Robert II of France ( r. 996–1031 ), the title was held by the Capetians , the French royal family.
- 5 January 1477 (fief), 22 March 1761 (courtesy title)
- Peerage of France
For a time, the duchy formed part of the royal domain; but the French crown could not hope at this time to administer such a volatile territory. The realities of power combined with Capetian family feuding: Robert the Pious gave the territory to his younger son and namesake, Robert I, Duke of Burgundy.
Feb 25, 2023 · Robert I, Duke of Burgundy (1011-1076), also known as "Robert the Old," was Duke of Burgundy from 1032 until his death. He was a rebellious robber baron who had no control over his vassals and often plundered their estates, especially those of the Church.
Apr 4, 2024 · Robert I (died between July 1 and 3, 1035, Nicaea [now İznik, Tur.]) was the duke of Normandy (1027–35), the younger son of Richard II of Normandy and the father, by his mistress Arlette, of William the Conqueror of England.
