Juan Alonso de Guzmán, 1st Count of Niebla facts for kids

Don Juan Alonso de Guzmán y Cabrera, also known as Juan Alonso Pérez de Guzmán y Osorio (born December 20, 1342 – died October 5, 1396), was a very important person in Spanish history. He was the very first Count of Niebla. A "Count" was a noble title, like a duke or a baron, given by a king. It meant he was a powerful leader in a specific area.

Juan Alonso was a descendant of a famous person named Alonso Pérez de Guzmán. The title of Count of Niebla began around 1369. Juan Alonso de Guzmán was married twice. His second wife was Beatriz de Castilla y Ponce de Leon, who was a daughter of King Henry II of Castile.

Who Was Juan Alonso de Guzmán?

Juan Alonso de Guzmán y Cabrera was born in 1342. He grew up to be a significant figure in the Kingdom of Castile, which is now part of Spain. Being the first Count of Niebla meant he held a lot of power and responsibility in his region.

His family, the Guzmáns, was one of the most important noble families in Spain. They were known for their bravery and loyalty to the kings. Juan Alonso continued this family tradition.

Becoming the First Count

The title of Count of Niebla was created specifically for Juan Alonso. This happened around June 8, 1369. It was a big honor and showed his importance to the king and the kingdom.

He was married two times. His first wife was Juana Enriquez. After she passed away in 1376, he married Beatriz de Castilla y Ponce de Leon. Beatriz was a daughter of King Henry II of Castile, which further connected Juan Alonso to the royal family.

See also

• In Spanish: Juan Alonso Pérez de Guzmán (1342-1396) for kids