Pierre de la Broce
French courtier, advisor to the king
Born
None
None years ago
Died
June 30th, 1278
746 years ago — None years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
France
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Served as a prominent courtier in the royal court of France during the 13th century. Contributed significantly to the administration and governance under King Louis IX. Involved in various political and diplomatic missions that supported the monarch's objectives and the stability of the realm.
Advised King Louis IX on political matters
Played a key role in the French court
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