Hugh, Duke of Nonsuch

Hugh, Duke of Nonsuch (1381-1360) was the third son of Richard, Duke of Normandy and Emily of Burgundy. He was the younger brother of Charles I, King of Normandy and tasked with the protection of his nephew, Arthur, the future King of Normandy.

Hugh was given lands in Surrey and made Duke of Nonsuch by his father. In 1400 he married Catherine of Anjou and by her had three sons, Louis, Earl of Kingston, Francis, Earl of Epsom and Thomas, Earl of Guildford. During the Hundred Years War, Hugh fought for the Norman's in France and was an important commander. During this period he was made protector of the King's third son, Arthur, who was raised in Nonsuch Palace, to keep him away from the war. During this period, it is said Arthur grew close to his uncle and three cousins.