Hugh the Black of Burgundy 1
General Notes: Hugh of Burgundy (died 952), known as the Black, was duke of Burgundy between 923 to his death. He was the youngest son of duke Richard of Autun and succeeded his older brother Rudolph of Burgundy, when he was elected king of France. Marriages and descendants are unknown. Hugh was succeeded by Gilbert of Chalon, his brother in law. Noted events in his life were: • Acceded: Duke of Burgundy, 923. |