Hugh of France (son of Robert II) facts for kids

Hugh (born in 1007, died on 17 September 1025) was a young king of France. He ruled alongside his father, Robert II. This period of co-rule lasted from 1017 until Hugh's death in 1025.

Hugh was a member of the House of Capet. This was a very important royal family in France. His father was King Robert II, and his mother was Constance of Arles.

Who Was Hugh Magnus?

Hugh Magnus was a prince of France. He was part of the Capetian family. This family ruled France for many centuries. Hugh was the son of King Robert II. His mother was Queen Constance.

He was born in 1007. He became king when he was just 10 years old. He was known as Hugh Magnus. This means "Hugh the Great."

Becoming a King

The first Capetian King was Hugh Capet. He started a tradition. He made sure his son, Robert II, was crowned king while he was still alive. This meant father and son ruled together. It made sure the family kept the throne.

King Robert II wanted to do the same thing. He wanted his son, Hugh, to be king too. So, Hugh Magnus was crowned King of France. This happened on 19 June 1017. He was crowned in the church of St Corneille in Compiègne.

A Short Life

As Hugh grew older, he started to disagree with his father. He even planned a rebellion against King Robert II. But he never got to carry it out.

Hugh died in 1025. He was only about 18 years old. Some people believe he died after falling from his horse. This happened in Compiègne. He was getting ready for his rebellion at the time.

A writer named Rodulfus Glaber praised Hugh. He wrote that Hugh had many great qualities. He said Hugh was "better than the best." This shows that many people thought highly of the young king.

If Hugh had lived and ruled alone, he would have been called Hugh II. But because he died before his father, he is rarely known by that name.