Hugh, Duke of Burgundy

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Hugh of Burgundy (died 952), known as the Black, was Duke of Burgundy from 923 until his death. He was a Bosonid through his father, who was the younger brother of Boso of Provence.

Hugh was the last son of Duke Richard of Autun and Adelaide of Auxerre. He succeeded his older brother Rudolph in Burgundy, when the latter was elected King of France, as Raoul.

The possible marriages and descendants of Hugh are unknown. He was succeeded by Gilbert of Chalon, his brother-in-law.

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Preceded by
Rudolph
Duke of Burgundy Succeeded by
Gilbert
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