Gerard, Count of Auvergne facts for kids

Gerard was an important leader in a region called Auvergne, which is now part of France. He held the title of Count of Auvergne from the year 839 until he passed away on June 25, 841. A Count was like a powerful local ruler or governor during that time, managing a specific area for the king.

Gerard's Family Life

Gerard was married to a woman who was a daughter of Louis the Pious, a very important emperor. Her name was either Rotrud or Hildegard. Together, Gerard and his wife had several children:

• Ranulf I of Poitiers, who became a powerful leader known as the Duke of Aquitaine. He was born around 815 and lived until 866. He married a daughter of Rorgo, who was the Count of Maine.
• Gerhard II, who later became the Count of Limousin. He passed away in 879.
• They also had an unknown daughter.