Brunhilda of Austrasia

Brunhilda (in German) or Brunehaut (in French) (534-613) was a Frankish queen who ruled the East Frankish kingdoms of Austrasia and Burgundy in the names of her sons and grandsons.{{Inote|Encyclopedia Britannica (2004)|EB2004}} Initially known as a liberal ruler of great political acumen she became notorious for her cruelty and avarice. In some histories she is known as Brunhilde, or Brunechildis.

References

• Encylcopaedia Britannica (1911)
• Encyclopaedia Britannica (2004). Retrieved 19 February 2005.
• Also the article on Brunhild in the same source. Retrieved 17 September 2005.
• Chalmin, Nicolas & Paul. 'L'Etrange Histoire de la Chaussée Brunehaut', Nordmag (Calais: 2004). Retrieved 19 February 2005.