Hugh Capet

biographical name

circa 938–996 king of France (987–996)

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“Hugh Capet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Hugh%20Capet. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.

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