About Matilda, Countess of Rethel
Lived 1091 – 1151 (aged 59–60). Matilda, Countess of Rethel was a French politician.
Matilda (1091 in Rethel – 1151) was the countess of Rethel from 1124 until 1151.
She was a daughter of Count Hugh I and Melisende of Crécy. In 1124, she succeeded her brother Gervais as countess. She ruled jointly with her husband, Odo.
Matilda and Odo had a son, Ithier (1115-1171), who succeeded Odo as count.
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Who was Matilda, Countess of Rethel?
French countess
When was Matilda, Countess of Rethel born?
Matilda, Countess of Rethel was born in 1091 in Rethel.
When did Matilda, Countess of Rethel die?
Matilda, Countess of Rethel died in 1151.
What was Matilda, Countess of Rethel's occupation?
Matilda, Countess of Rethel was a politician.
What nationality was Matilda, Countess of Rethel?
Matilda, Countess of Rethel was French.
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