Bernard I, Duke of Saxony
Member of the Billung
Bernard I was the Duke of Saxony between 973 and 1011, the second of the Billung dynasty, a son of Duke Herman and Oda. He extended his father's power considerably.
He fought the Danes in 974, 983, and 994 during their invasions. He supported the... Wikipedia
Born: 950 AD
Died: February 9, 1011 (age 61 years), Princely Abbey of Corvey
Great grandchildren: Magnus, Duke of Saxony, Robert II, Count of Flanders, Bertha of Holland, and more
Grandchildren: Ordulf, Duke of Saxony, Gertrude of Saxony, Ida of Saxony, and more
Children: Bernard II, Duke of Saxony, Othelindis, and Godesdiu of Saxony
Partner: Hildegard of Stade
Parents: Hermann Billung