Guy II of Ponthieu
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Guy II of Ponthieu (c. 1120–25 December 1147) was the son of William III of Ponthieu and Helie of Burgundy.[1]
Guy II of Ponthieu | |
|---|---|
| Born | c. 1120 |
| Died | 25 December 1147 Ephesus |
| Noble family | House of Bellême |
| Spouse | Ida |
| Father | William III of Ponthieu |
| Mother | Helie of Burgundy |
Life
He succeeded his father as Count of Ponthieu before 1129; this was during William's lifetime.[2] Around 1137, he founded the Cistercian Valloires Abbey.[3]
He joined the Second Crusade under King Louis VII of France,[3] and died of a disease on 25 December 1147 in Ephesus.[3]
He was succeeded by his son John I of Ponthieu.[4]
