Hugh of Arles
King of Italy
Born
None
None years ago
Died
April 10th, 948
1077 years ago — None years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Italy
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Served as king of Italy from 926 until death in 948. His reign followed the period of fragmentation in the Italian peninsula and was part of the larger context of the Carolingian Empire's decline. Strengthened ties with the nobility and asserted royal authority over regional powers. Became known for attempts to consolidate power in a politically fractured Italy.
Crowned king of Italy in 926
Strengthened noble alliances
Asserted royal authority
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