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Robert FitzEdith, Lord Okehampton

1093 – 1172

Illegitimate son of Henry I of England and Edith Forne

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About Robert FitzEdith, Lord Okehampton

Lived 1093 – 1172 (aged 78–79).

Robert FitzEdith, feudal lord of Okehampton (d. 1172) was an illegitimate son of Henry I of England and his mistress Edith Forne, daughter of Forn Sigulfson, Lord of Greystoke, Cumberland. Compared to many of his illegitimate siblings and half-siblings, little is known about him.

Marriage and family By 1162, Robert married Matilda d'Avranches, heiress of the feudal barony of Okehampton, Devon, and widow of William de Courcy. (also known as Maud and Hawise), who married Renaud, Sire of Courtenay (son of Miles, Sire of Courtenay and Ermengarde of Nevers) . She later married Henry de Ferrières . Robert died of natural causes.

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Important facts

Born
1093
Birth century
11th century
Died
1172
Also known as
Robert fitz Edith, Baron of Okenhampton, Robert FitzEdith

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Robert FitzEdith, Lord Okehampton?

illegitimate son of Henry I of England and Edith Forne

When was Robert FitzEdith, Lord Okehampton born?

Robert FitzEdith, Lord Okehampton was born in 1093.

When did Robert FitzEdith, Lord Okehampton die?

Robert FitzEdith, Lord Okehampton died in 1172.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Robert FitzEdith, Lord Okehampton

· Wikidata: Q7344358

· DBpedia: Robert FitzEdith

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