Rudolph, sometimes called Ralph, was the king of West Francia (France) from 923 until his death in 936. He was elected to succeed his father-in-law, Robert I, and spent much of his reign defending his realm from Viking raids.

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Occupation: politician
Position held: king of West Francia
Born: 890
Died: January 15, 936

Family

Emma of Francespouse Richard, Duke of Burgundyfather Adelaide of Auxerremother Ermengarde of Burgundysibling Boso I, Count of Provencesibling Hugh the Blacksibling

king of West Franciaposition held

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Occupation: politician
Position held: king of West Francia
Born: 890
Died: January 15, 936

Family

Emma of Francespouse Richard, Duke of Burgundyfather Adelaide of Auxerremother Ermengarde of Burgundysibling Boso I, Count of Provencesibling Hugh the Blacksibling

king of West Franciaposition held