Person

Richard I of Capua

d. 1078 · 11th century · Also known as Richard Drengot

Richard I was a Norman leader of the Drengot family who became count of Aversa in 1049 and prince of Capua in 1058, after taking the city from its Lombard ruler. He was one of the Norman lords, with Robert Guiscard, who took over southern Italy, and he swore fealty to the papacy in 1059. His dynasty ruled Capua until 1135.

Mentioned in 1 state history

County of Aversa

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