Simon I de Montfort
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Simon I of Montfort or Simon de Montfort (c. 1025 – 25 September 1087) was a French nobleman. He was born in Montfort l'Amaury, near Paris, and became its lord. He was the son of Amaury I de Montfort[1] and Bertrade. At his death he was buried about 20 miles (32 km) away in Épernon, because it was the site of the fortress he was instrumental in constructing.
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Simon I de Montfort | |
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Seigneur of Montfort | |
Reign | 1053–1087 |
Predecessor | Amaury I de Montfort |
Successor | Amaury II de Montfort |
Born | c. 1025 Montfort l'Amaury, Kingdom of France |
Died | 25 September 1087(1087-09-25) (aged 61–62) |
Buried | Épernon, Kingdom of France |
Noble family | House of Montfort |
Spouse(s) | Isabel de Broyes Agnes d'Evreux |
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Father | Amaury I de Montfort |
Mother | Bertrade |
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