Robert I, Duke of Burgundy - Definition

Robert I Capet (1011–March 21 1076) was duke of Burgundy between 1032 to his death. Robert was son of king Robert II of France and brother of Henry I.

Robert received Burgundy from his brother Henry after his accession as king of France. He married twice and had the following issue:

From his first wife, Helie of Semur (repudiated in 1046)
- Hugh (1034–1059), killed in battle
- Henry (1035–ca.1074)
- Robert (1040–1113), killed
- Simon (1045–1087)
- Constance (1046–1093), married Alfonso VI of Castile
From his second wife, Blanche of Anjou
- Hildegard (1050–1104), married duke William VIII of Aquitaine

See also: Dukes of Burgundy family tree

Preceded by:
Henry

Duke of Burgundy

Followed by:
Hugh I

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