John I, also called John the Victorious was Duke of Brabant (1267–1294), Lothier and Limburg (1288–1294). During the 13th century, John I was venerated as a folk hero. He has been painted as the perfect model of a brave, adventurous and chivalrous feudal prince.

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Occupation: writer, politician, composer, poet
Born: 1252
Died: May 3, 1294

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Margaret of France, Duchess of Brabantspouse Margaret of Flanders, Duchess of Brabantspouse John IIchild Margaret of Brabantchild Marie of Brabantchild Jean Meeuwechild Marguerite de Tervuerenchild Gilles van der Balchtchild Jean van der Plaschchild Jean Pylyserchild Jan van Mechelen, Bastaard van Brabantchild Henry III, Duke of Brabantfather

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Occupation: writer, politician, composer, poet
Born: 1252
Died: May 3, 1294

Family