Isabella de Coucy

Noblewoman, daughter of Edward III

Isabella de Coucy - Leaders & Politicians born June 16th, 1332
Born
Died

1379
647 years ago — 47 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

England

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Born in 1332, this individual was the daughter of Edward III of England. She played a significant role in the political landscape of medieval England through her marriage and family connections. Isabella married Enguerrand VII, Lord of Coucy, strengthening ties between England and France during the Hundred Years' War. This union illustrated the social and political alliances of the time.

Marriage to Enguerrand VII of Coucy

Daughter of King Edward III

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