Sigismund of Burgundy: Biography, Facts and Career
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Sigismund (Latin: Sigismundus; died 524 AD) was King of the Burgundians from 516 until his death. He was the son of king Gundobad and Caretene. He succeeded his father in 516. Sigismund and his brother Godomar were defeated in battle by Clovis's sons, and Godomar fled. Sigismund was captured by Chlodomer, King of Orléans, where he was kept as a prisoner. Later he, his wife and his children were executed. Godomar then rallied the Burgundian army and won back his kingdom.
Quick facts about Sigismund of Burgundy
- Full name: Sigismund of Burgundy
- Born: 0475-01-01
- Nationality: Kingdom of Burgundy
- Known as: Royal
- Wikidata ID: Q318347
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Who is Sigismund of Burgundy?
Sigismund (Latin: Sigismundus; died 524 AD) was King of the Burgundians from 516 until his death.
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Sigismund of Burgundy is Kingdom of Burgundy.
When was Sigismund of Burgundy born?
Sigismund of Burgundy was born on 0475-01-01.
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