Adalelm, Count of Troyes facts for kids

Adalelm (died 8 April 894) was an important leader known as the Count of Troyes from 886 until his death. He was the son of Emenon, who was the Count of Poitou, and belonged to a powerful family called the Robertians.

Adalelm: A Medieval Count

Adalelm became the Count of Troyes in 886. He took over from his mother's brother, Robert I, Count of Troyes.

Important Actions as Count

During his time as count, Adalelm made some notable decisions:

• In 891, he helped move the abbey of Saint-Loup to a safer location inside the town walls. An abbey is a type of monastery where monks or nuns live.
• In 893, he confirmed a gift of land in Chaource to the abbey of Montiéramey. This gift had originally been made by his uncle.

His Final Days

In 894, Adalelm and his brother, Adhemar of Poitou, attacked a place called Aurillac. Sadly, Adalelm died just fifteen days after this attack.

What Happened After His Death?

It seems Adalelm and his wife, Ermengard, did not have any children. After his death, there was some trouble over who would rule Troyes. Richard, Duke of Burgundy, took advantage of this situation and gained control of the county of Troyes.

Sources

• de Saint Phalle, Édouard. "Comtes de Troyes et de Poitiers au IXe siècle: histoire d’un double échec." In Christian Settipani and Katharine S. B. Keats-Rohan, Onomastique et Parenté dans l'Occident médiéval. 2000.