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Guillaume I de Coucy
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Arms of Guillaume de Coucy: Barry of six, vair and gules
Born 1288 (1288)
Died 1335 (aged 46–47)

Sir Guillaume I de Coucy (died 1335) was an important French nobleman. He was known as the Lord of several places, including Coucy, Oisy, La Fère, Marle, and Montmirail. Being a "Lord" meant he was in charge of these lands and the people living there.

About Guillaume I de Coucy

Guillaume was born around the year 1288. His father was Enguerrand V de Coucy, who was also a powerful lord. His mother was Christine de Lindsay. Guillaume followed in his father's footsteps, taking over the family lands and titles.

Family Life

Guillaume I de Coucy married Isabelle. She was the daughter of Guy IV de Chatillon and Marie de Bretagne. Together, Guillaume and Isabelle had several children. Their most well-known child was Enguerrand VI de Coucy. He later became the Lord of Coucy, just like his father.

Guillaume I de Coucy passed away in 1335.

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