Richimund facts for kids

Richimund was an important leader of the Suevi people. The Suevi were a group of Germanic people who lived in what is now Galicia, a region in modern-day Spain. Richimund led a part of the Suevi from about 457 to 464 CE.

Even though he was a powerful leader, Richimund was not officially called a "king." At this time, the Suevi were sometimes divided. There were disagreements about who should have power.

Who Was Richimund?

Richimund was a leader of the Suevi. The Suevi were a Germanic tribe. They settled in the Roman province of Gallaecia. This area is now known as Galicia in Spain. Richimund's time as a leader was from 457 to around 464 CE.

The Suevi in 457

In 457, the Suevi people split into two main groups. One group was led by a man named Maldras. His group traveled to Lusitania, another region in ancient Spain. The other group stayed in Galicia. This group was led by Framta.

After only a few months, Framta died. Richimund then became the leader of the group in Galicia. It's possible that the Suevi had two leaders at once. However, it's more likely that these two groups acted separately. They were like independent parts of the Suevi nation.

The End of His Rule

Maldras was later replaced by another leader named Frumar. Frumar was also not called a king. Around the year 464, the entire Suevi nation finally united. They came together under one king named Remismund.

It is thought that Richimund and Frumar might have fought for control. Both of them were likely removed from power. This made it possible for Remismund to become the sole ruler. Some historians have wondered if Remismund and Richimund were the same person. But most experts believe they were different leaders.

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In Spanish: Requimundo para niños