John I of Brienne
Count of Eu and Crusader leader
Born
None
None years ago
Died
June 12th, 1294
730 years ago — None years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
France
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Served as Count of Eu and participated in the Crusades. Joined the Fifth Crusade, which aimed to capture Egypt and Jerusalem from Muslim control. After several military campaigns, struggled to achieve significant territorial gains but maintained noble status. Governed various territories in France and influenced the political landscape during the late Middle Ages.
Participated in the Fifth Crusade
Ruled as Count of Eu
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