Margaret of Blois facts for kids

Margaret of Blois was an important noblewoman who lived a long time ago, from around the late 1170s until 1230. She held the title of Countess of Blois from the year 1218 until 1230.

Who Was Margaret of Blois?

Margaret was a countess, which means she was a female ruler of a county, a bit like a small region or territory. Her county was called Blois, located in what is now France. She was in charge of Blois for about 12 years.

Her Royal Family

Margaret came from a very important family. Her father was Theobald V, who was also a Count of Blois. Her mother was Alix of France.

Margaret's mother, Alix, had very famous parents! Her grandfather was Louis VII of France, who was the King of France. Her grandmother was Eleanor of Aquitaine, a powerful queen who was first married to Louis VII and later to King Henry II of England. This means Margaret had strong connections to the royal families of both France and England.

Her Marriage

Margaret of Blois was married to Otto I of Burgundy. He was also a count, ruling a different region called Burgundy. Their marriage connected two important noble families of their time.

See also

In Spanish: Margarita, condesa de Blois para niños