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Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 987. This year saw 3 significant events.

10th Century980s

987 Timeline

  1. Hugh Capet (Hugh the Great) crowned King of the Franks in Noyon

    Hugh Capet (French: Hugues Capet [yɡ kapɛ]; c. 941 – 24 October 996) was the King of the Franks from 987 to 996. He is the founder of and first king from the House of Capet.

  2. Hugh Capet, is coronated as King of France, in Paris, after being elected by the nobility

    Hugh Capet, is coronated as King of France, in Paris, after being elected by the nobility

  3. French King Hugo Capet crowns his son Robert the compassionate king

    French King Hugo Capet crowns his son Robert the compassionate king

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What happened in 987?
In 987, there were 3 significant historical events. Notable events include Hugh Capet (Hugh the Great) crowned King of the Franks in Noyon, Hugh Capet, is coronated as King of France, in Paris, after being elected by the nobility, French King Hugo Capet crowns his son Robert the compassionate king.

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