Joan, Countess of Rethel facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Joan, Countess of Rethel |
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| Spouse(s) | Louis I, Count of Nevers |
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| Noble family | House of Dampierre |
| Father | Hugh IV, Count of Rethel |
| Mother | Isabelle of Grandpré |
| Died | 1328 |
Joan of Rethel (died 1328) was an important noblewoman who held the title of Countess of Rethel from 1285 until her death in 1328. A Countess was a female ruler of a county, which was a specific area of land. Joan played a role in the history of the Rethel region in what is now France.
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Early Life and Family
Joan was the daughter of Hugh IV, Count of Rethel, who was also a powerful ruler. Her mother was Isabelle of Grandpré. Joan was the only child from her father's third marriage. She was born into the House of Dampierre, a well-known noble family in medieval Europe.
Becoming Countess of Rethel
In 1285, when her father Hugh IV passed away, Joan became the new Countess of Rethel. This meant she inherited the responsibility of ruling the county. She was the main ruler of Rethel for many years, from 1285 to 1328.
Marriage and Children
In 1290, Joan married Louis I, Count of Nevers. Louis was the son of Robert III, Count of Flanders, another important noble. Their marriage helped connect two powerful noble families.
Joan's Children
Joan and Louis had two children who grew up to be important figures themselves:
- Joan (born around 1295, died 1375): She married John of Montfort.
- Louis (born around 1304, died 1346): He later became the Count of Flanders, Count of Nevers, and Count of Rethel. This meant he ruled over several important areas.
Legacy and Succession
Joan of Rethel ruled as Countess for over 40 years. When she died in 1328, her son, Louis I, took over the title. He became the next Count of Rethel, continuing the family's rule over the region.
