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Humbert I, Count of Savoy

died c. 1047 · 11th century · Also known as Humbert White-Hands, Humbert the White-Handed

Humbert I, known as White-Hands, was a noble of the Kingdom of Arles who held lands around Maurienne and Savoy from about 1003. He gained control of Alpine passes and was rewarded by Emperor Conrad II for his support. He is regarded as the founder of the House of Savoy, which later ruled Piedmont, Sardinia and Italy.

Humbert I, Count of Savoy
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