This man was responsible for seizing Agnes of Vermandois inside of a cathedral and having her husband Charles executed.
This man was responsible for seizing Agnes of Vermandois inside of a cathedral and having her husband Charles executed. According to one historical source his feud with the Count of Auvergne led him to inquire "Who made you count?" which initiated the response "Who made you king?" Archbishop Arnulf tried to overthrow this man by reinstating the previous dynastic power, while his rise to power was assisted by his good friend Adalberon. This grandson of Heinrich the Fowler was succeeded by Robert II, and his own mother was Hedweg of Saxony. This man succeeded Louis the Sluggish as king of the Franks, and was put on the throne with the help of Sylvester II. This man is also known for the cloak he wore, which gave the dynasty he founded his name. For 10 points, name this king that came to power in 987 AD the first of the Capetians.
This man was responsible for seizing Agnes of Vermandois inside of a cathedral and having her husband Charles executed.
Hugh Capet