Guy II of Ponthieu facts for kids

Guy II of Ponthieu (born around 1120 – died December 25, 1147) was an important figure in French history. He was the son of William III of Ponthieu and Helie of Burgundy. Guy became a powerful leader in the region of Ponthieu, which is now part of France.

Life of Guy II

Guy became the Count of Ponthieu even before 1129. A "Count" was a powerful noble who ruled a large area of land. He took over this role while his father, William, was still alive. This was a way for Guy to learn how to govern.

Around the year 1137, Guy helped start a special place called Valloires Abbey. An "abbey" is a type of monastery where monks live and pray. This abbey belonged to the Cistercian order, which was a group of monks known for their simple lives.

Guy later joined the Second Crusade. A "Crusade" was a series of religious wars during the Middle Ages. He traveled with King Louis VII of France on this journey. Sadly, Guy became sick and died on December 25, 1147, in a city called Ephesus.

After Guy's death, his son, John I of Ponthieu, took over as the new Count of Ponthieu.

Guy's Family

Guy II of Ponthieu was married to a woman named Ida. Together, they had three children:

• John I (died 1191), who became the next Count of Ponthieu.
• Guy, who died sometime between 1208 and 1218. He was known as the Lord of Noyelles, meaning he ruled a smaller area of land.
• Agnes, who became an abbess in Montreuil. An "abbess" is the head of a community of nuns.