About Mendo de Alpoim
Lived 1360 – 1400. Mendo de Alpoim was a politician and diplomat.
Mendo de Alpoim (c.1360-14?) was a Portuguese nobleman, chancellor and ambassador, member of the court of John I of Portugal. He served in diplomatic missions in the Kingdom of England.
Biography
Mendo de Alpoim possibly born in Coimbra, son of Gomes de Alpoim and Elvira Guterres. He was married to Guiomar de Vera, daughter of Alvaro de Vera, alcaide-mór of Évora. Alpoim was the father of Lopo de Alpoim, alcaide of Montemor-o-Velho. And grandson of Diniz d' Alpoim, Lord of Esgueira.
In 1386, he was commissioned carry out the preparations concerning the wedding of King John I with Philippa of Lancaster.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Mendo de Alpoim?
Portuguese politician
When was Mendo de Alpoim born?
Mendo de Alpoim was born in 1360 in Coimbra.
When did Mendo de Alpoim die?
Mendo de Alpoim died in 1400 in Kingdom of Portugal.
What was Mendo de Alpoim's occupation?
Mendo de Alpoim was a politician and diplomat.
What nationality was Mendo de Alpoim?
Mendo de Alpoim's recorded nationality: Kingdom of Portugal.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Mendo de Alpoim. https://biography.guide/mendo-de-alpoim/
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