St. Bobo was a Frankish warrior and pilgrim born around 940 in Noyers-sur-Jabron. After constructing a castle facing the Muslim fortress of Fraxinet, he led Christian forces in Provence to a military victory. During this conflict, he experienced a mystical vision that prompted a solemn vow. He promised to abandon his life of warfare to serve widows and orphans if his troops succeeded. Following the death of his brother, he embarked on a pilgrimage to Rome, eventually passing away in Voghera in 986.