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Adele of Vermandois

c. 910–915 - 960

House: Herbertien

Titles: Countess consort of Flanders

Adele of Vermandois was a Carolingian and Robertian noblewoman born around 910–915. She was the daughter of Herbert II of Vermandois and Adele, daughter of Robert I of France. In 934, she married Arnulf I of Flanders, becoming the Countess of Flanders. Together, they had children, including Baldwin III of Flanders.

Adele died in 960 in Bruges. Her husband, Arnulf I, continued his rule in Flanders after her death.

Notable events

  • c. 910–915
    Born to Herbert II of Vermandois and Adele, daughter of Robert I of France.
  • 934
    Married Count Arnulf I of Flanders.
  • 934–960
    Served as Countess consort of Flanders.
  • c. 935
    Gave birth to Baldwin III of Flanders.
  • 960
    Died in Bruges.
  • c. 910–915
    Born into the Carolingian and Robertian noble families.
  • 934
    Entered into a political marriage with Arnulf I of Flanders.
  • 960
    Her tenure as Countess consort of Flanders ended.
  • 960
    Her death marked the end of her influence in Flanders.
  • 960
    Arnulf I of Flanders continued his rule after her death.

Other details

Death: Died at age 44-50 in Bruges.

Children: Baldwin III of Flanders

Marriages: Arnulf I of Flanders

Parents: Herbert II of Vermandois, Adèle

Sources

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Compiled from various 3rd hand sources
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adele_of_Vermandois