Philippa
5th Countess of Ulster
Born
Died
1382
643 years ago — 27 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
England
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Born in 1355, the 5th Countess of Ulster belonged to the nobility in England and played a significant role in the political landscape of the era. Philippa became influential through marriage and family alliances, particularly with the de Lacy family, which solidified her status. Her lineage connected to important historical figures of the time, contributing to the power dynamics in Ireland and England. The Countess's activities often involved managing estates and supporting her family's ambitions during a tumultuous period marked by conflicts such as the Hundred Years' War. Philippa's legacy continued through her descendants, as her family played notable roles in subsequent generations.
Marriage alliances with the de Lacy family
Influence in Irish and English nobility
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