Bertrude

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Bertrude

Bertrude (ca. 582–618 or 619) was a Frankish queen consort in 613–618; married to Clotaire II.

Her origin is uncertain and unconfirmed. Bertrude is reported to have loved Clotaire sincerely and she was also described as a popular queen. She is reported to have exposed and prevented an attempted plot by the Burgundian Aletheus, who planned to kill Clotaire and force Bertrude to marry him.

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