Hugh of Austrasia

Hugh of Austrasia

Hugh, Chucus, or Chugus was the Mayor of the Palace of Austrasia from 617 to 623. He was the predecessor to Pepin of Landen and father of Hugobert.


Preceded by
Warnachar
Mayor of the Palace of Austrasia
617623
Succeeded by
Pepin I

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