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Robert of Braybrooke

1168 – 1210

Medieval landowner and sheriff

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About Robert of Braybrooke

Lived 1168 – 1210 (aged 41–42).

Robert of Braybrooke or Robert le May (1168–1210) was a medieval landowner, justice and sheriff.

He was born at Braybrooke, Northamptonshire the son of justiciar Ingebald de Braybrooke and his wife Albreda de Neumarche, daughter of Ivo de Neumarche Lord of Braybrook and Emma de St. Liz.

Le May accumulated more land in several counties by paying off the mortgages of people in financial difficulties. he was responsible for the building of Braybrooke Castle, a fortified manor house.

He served as a justiciar in 100 and 1207. He was appointed High Sheriff of Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire (1206–1212), High Sheriff of Northamptonshire (1209–1212) and High Sheriff of Rutland (1211–1214). He was also appointed by King John as Master of the Great Wardrobe and a member of the king's council. He was listed with his son Henry by Roger of Wendover among King John's evil counsellors.

Le May died in 1210 and was succeeded by his eldest son Henry, who also became a sheriff, sometimes sharing the post with his father. His other son was Gerard.

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Born
1168
Birth century
Died
1210

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Robert of Braybrooke?

medieval landowner and sheriff

When was Robert of Braybrooke born?

Robert of Braybrooke was born in 1168.

When did Robert of Braybrooke die?

Robert of Braybrooke died in 1210.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Robert of Braybrooke

· Wikidata: Q7351449

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