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John Comyn

Earl of Angus and Earl of Buchan (died 1242)

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About John Comyn

John Comyn was a count.

John Comyn, Earl of Angus jure uxoris, was a son of William Comyn, Lord of Badenoch later the Earl of Buchan and became the Earl of Angus, jure uxoris of his wife Matilda, heiress of Máel Coluim, Earl of Angus. He died in 1242.

Life John was a son of William Comyn, Lord of Badenoch and his first wife Sarah Fitzhugh. Comyn became the Earl of Angus, jure uxoris of his wife Matilda, heiress of Máel Coluim, Earl of Angus. He died in 1242, in France, during King Henry III of England's expedition to Poitou. John died without issue.

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Important facts

Occupation
Count
Positions held
Earl of Angus
Also known as
John Comyn, Earl of Angus jure uxoris

Family & relationships

Spouse
Matilda, Countess of Angus
Parent
William Comyn, Lord of Badenoch

Frequently asked questions

Who was John Comyn?

Earl of Angus and Earl of Buchan (died 1242)

What was John Comyn's occupation?

John Comyn was a count.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Comyn

· Wikidata: Q55615148

· DBpedia: John Comyn (died 1242)

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