Baldwin I, Margrave of Flanders
Baldwin I, also known as Baldwin Iron Arm, was the first margrave of Flanders, which evolved into the County of Flanders.
Investiture of Baldwin I by Charles the Bald, as imagined in the 15th century
Image: Boudewyn I van Vlaanderen
The count of Flanders was the ruler or sub-ruler of the county of Flanders, beginning in the 9th century. Later, the title would be held for a time, by the rulers of the Holy Roman Empire and Spain. During the French Revolution, in 1790, the county of Flanders was annexed to France and ceased to exist. In the 19th century, the title was appropriated by Belgium and granted twice to younger sons of Belgian kings. The most recent holder died in 1983.
Image: Baldwin 8
Image: Baldwin I of Constantinople
Image: Joan of Constantinople
Image: Marguerite 2