Peter II, Count of Savoy, 9th Count of Savoy, Earl of Richmond, Marquis of Italy, Sheriff of Kent, royal counsellor
Dates: 1203–1268
Biography
Peter II, Count of Savoy, was a Savoyard nobleman and uncle of Eleanor of Provence, queen consort of Henry III of England. He came to England in 1240, received extensive estates and the earldom of Richmond, and played a role in the political conflicts of Henry III's reign. He died in France in 1268 and was buried at Hautecombe Abbey.
Notes / Sources
The registry narrative identifies him as the recipient of Henry III's grant of Burgh le Marsh.
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