Fulk I FitzWarin facts for kids
Fulk I FitzWarin was an important figure in England long ago, born around 1115 and dying around 1170 or 1171. He was a powerful "marcher lord," which meant he controlled lands near the border between England and Wales. His main homes were Whittington Castle in Shropshire and a place called Alveston in Gloucestershire. His family was quite famous; his grandson, Fulk III FitzWarin, even had a medieval story written about him!
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Who Was Fulk I FitzWarin?
Fulk I FitzWarin was a nobleman who lived in England during the 12th century. He was known for his power and influence, especially in the areas near the Welsh border.
Family Background and Name Meaning
The name "FitzWarin" means "son of Warin." The word fitz comes from an old French word meaning "son of." A medieval story says that Fulk's father was a man named Warin de Meer, who might have come from a place called Metz in Lorraine. However, not much is truly known about Warin de Meer, and he is often seen as a mysterious figure from old tales.
Some people thought Warin de Meer came to England with William the Conqueror in 1066. But records show that the FitzWarin family actually got their lands from later kings, not from William.
Fulk's Life and Career
Fulk I FitzWarin was a loyal supporter of King Henry II. Henry II ruled England from 1154 to 1189. Fulk had supported Henry's mother, Empress Matilda, during a civil war against King Stephen.
Rewards from the King
Because of his loyalty, King Henry II rewarded Fulk. In 1153, Fulk was given the royal manor of Alveston in Gloucestershire. A manor was a large estate with a village and land. In 1149, he also received the manor of Whadborough in Leicestershire. These gifts showed how important Fulk was to the king.
Family and Descendants
Fulk I FitzWarin married a woman named Malet Peveral. She was the daughter of Pagan Peveral. Fulk and Malet had several children.
His Children
- Fulk II FitzWarin (active around 1194): He was the oldest son and inherited his father's lands after Fulk I died around 1170 or 1171.
- William de Brightley: He was a younger son. His father gave him the manor of Brightley in Devonshire. This happened during King Henry II's time (between 1154 and 1189). William made Brightley his home, and his family lived there for many generations. They even changed their last name to "de Brightley" instead of "FitzWarin."
