John of Béthune
French nobleman
About John of Béthune
John of Béthune ( ; died 1238) was a French nobleman and military leader in the County of Artois.
John was the fifth son of William II, lord of Béthune, and Matilda, heiress of Dendermonde. As such, he inherited little money and no land. His eldest brother, Daniel, lord of Béthune, was the first husband of Eustachie, daughter of Lord Gaucher III of Châtillon and the Countess Elisabeth of Saint-Pol. In 1228, between June and November, John married the widowed Elisabeth, who was almost forty. They had no children.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John of Béthune?
French nobleman
When did John of Béthune die?
John of Béthune died in 1238.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John of Béthune (died 1238)
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