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Dela

d. 894

European noble

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About Dela

Dela (d. c. 894), count of Empúries (862–894), was the son of Sunyer I of Empúries, whom he succeeded along with his brother, Sunyer II of Empúries, in 862.

The brothers tried to conquer the county of Girona, but their relative, Wilfred the Hairy, halted their advances.

He married Sixilona, daughter of Sunifred I, Count of Barcelona, and they had the following children:

Ranló (d. 960), abbess of the Monastery of Sant Joan de les Abadesses Virgilia (d. 957)

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Important facts

Died
894
Positions held
Count of Empúries

Frequently asked questions

Who was Dela?

European noble

When did Dela die?

Dela died in 894.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Dela

· Wikidata: Q1186070

· DBpedia: Dela, Count of Empúries

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