William I ( 950 – after 29 August 993), called the Liberator, was Count of Provence from 968 to his abdication. In 975 or 979, he took the title of marchio or margrave. He is often considered the founder of the county of Provence.
William I (950 – after August 29, 993), known as the Liberator, held the position of Count of Provence from 968 until his abdication. In 975 or 979, he took on the title of marchio or margrave. He is often credited with establishing the county of Provence.