Count of Flanders
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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. I
Mort De Charles Le Bon
Seal of William Clito
Thierry of Flanders
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Baldwin I of Flanders
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Baldwin I, also known as Baldwin Iron Arm, was the first margrave of Flanders, which evolved into the County of Flanders.
Count of Flanders
…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. In 862 Baldwin I was appointed as the first Margrave of Flanders by French King Charles II. It was a military appointment, responsible for repelling the Viking raids…
Statue of Baldwin I at the Bruges City Hall
19th century portrait of Baldwin by artist Albrecht De Vriendt