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Sir Robert de Quincy
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| Baron of Prestoungrange | |
| Noble family | Quincy family |
| Spouse(s) | Orabilis Eve |
Sir Robert de Quincy was an important noble in England and Scotland during the 1100s. He was the first Baron of Prestoungrange. He also held the title of Justiciar of Lothian, which was a high legal position. Robert de Quincy was born around 1140 and passed away around 1197.
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Life of Robert de Quincy
Robert de Quincy was a younger son in his family. His parents were Saer de Quincy and Maud de Senlis. His mother, Maud, was connected to royalty. Her grandmother, also named Maud, was the stepdaughter of King David I of Scotland.
Early Life and Roles
Robert received important lands and properties. He was given the castle of Forfar. He also got a "toft" in Haddington. A toft was a small piece of land with a house on it.
From 1171 to 1178, Robert served as a joint Justiciar of Lothian. A Justiciar was a very powerful judge and administrator. They helped the king manage laws and justice in a specific area.
Adventures and Campaigns
In 1190, Robert de Quincy joined King Richard I of England on the Third Crusade. A Crusade was a religious military journey. They traveled to the Middle East.
During this time, Robert led a group to help the city of Antioch in 1191. He also gathered prisoners from Tyre. After returning from the Crusade, Robert continued to serve King Richard I. He took part in military campaigns in Normandy in 1194 and 1196.
In 1192, Robert inherited the English lands of his nephew, Saer. This made him even more influential.
Family and Marriages
Robert de Quincy was married twice during his life.
First Marriage
His first wife was Orabilis. She was the daughter of Nes fitz William, who was the Lord of Leuchars.
Robert and Orabilis had two children:
- Saer de Quincy (who died in 1219). He later married Margaret de Beaumont.
- An unnamed daughter who married someone from the de St Andrew family.
Robert and Orabilis later divorced.
Second Marriage
After his first marriage ended, Robert married Eve. It is believed that Eve might have been the daughter of Uhtred, who was the lord of Galloway.
