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Pharamond
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Pharamond (c. 370 - c. 430) is considered to be the first king of the Salian Franks, though he is possibly a legendary rather than historical figure. He was possibly a son or son-in-law of Marcomer.
Contemporary historian Prosper Tiro wrote of Pharamond; his reign was described by Martin Bouquet at a much later date. In 420, he reportedly led his people across the Rhine River heading west. This movement effectively separated his tribe from the majority of the Ripuarian Franks who had settled near Cologne. Pharamond was eventually succeeded by his son Clodio. His wife was Argotta. A Pharamond appears as the king of France in the Prose Tristan and later Arthurian works; he was clearly inspired by the historical leader.
| Merovingian Dynasty Born: 370 Died: 430 |
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| New Title | King of the Salian Franks c.410–426 |
Succeeded by Clodio |
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