capet

Born in Orléans, he was crowned King of France in Sainte-Croix Cathedral in 987, as was his father, Hugues Capet.
Né à Orléans, il fut sacré roi de France dans la cathédrale Sainte-Croix en 987, tout comme son père, Hugues Capet.
They were awarded for their aid by becoming co-rulers with their descendent, Hugh Capet, eventually elected King of France in 987.
En récompense, ils se partagent le pouvoir. Leur descendant, Hughes Capet, sera par la suite élu roi de France en 987.
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