Marie, Countess of Eu facts for kids
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| Reign | 1250–1260 |
| Born | c. 1223 |
| Died | 1 October 1260 Poitou |
| Spouse | Alphonso of Brienne |
| Issue | John I |
| House | House of Lusignan |
| Father | Raoul II of Lusignan |
| Mother | Yolande de Dreux |
| Religion | Roman Catholicism |
Marie of Lusignan or Marie I de Lusignan (born c. 1223 in Melle; died in Poitou, 1 October 1260; buried at the Abbey of Foucarmont), was the only child of Raoul II of Lusignan and his second wife, Yolande de Dreux. She became Dame d'Issoudun, Countess of Eu and of Guines on the death of her father in 1246.
She was married around 1249 to Alphonso of Brienne. Alphonse was Count of Eu by marriage.
Marie and Alphonso had at least two children:
- John I of Brienne, Count of Eu
- Blanche, Abbess of Maubuisson
See also
In Spanish: María de Lusignan (condesa de Eu) para niños
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