John II of Brienne
French nobleman
About John II of Brienne
Lived 1227 – 1296 (aged 68–69). John II of Brienne was a French.
Sir John of Brienne (died c. 1296), was a French nobleman who served as Grand Butler of France in 1258.
Biography Jean was the youngest son of John of Brienne, Latin Emperor of Constantinople and Berengaria of León.
He held the office of Grand Butler of France in 1258 and later the Ambassador to Castile in 1275.
He carried the functions of Governor of the County of Champagne for Edmund Crouchback between 1275 and 1284.
He died in circa 1296 and was buried at the Abbey of Maubuisson, France.
Marriage and issue John married firstly Jeanne, daughter of Geoffrey VI, Viscount of Châteaudun and Clemence de Roches. They had: Blanche
He married secondly Marie, the widow of Alexander II of Scotland, the daughter of Enguerrand III, Lord of Coucy and Marie de Montmirel. They had no issue and later separated when she returned to Scotland to aid her family interests.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John II of Brienne?
French nobleman
When was John II of Brienne born?
John II of Brienne was born in 1227 in Acre.
When did John II of Brienne die?
John II of Brienne died in 1296.
What nationality was John II of Brienne?
John II of Brienne was French.
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