- High Sheriff of Kent
- Significant landholdings near Welsh borderlands
Humphrey (V) de Bohun, 2nd Earl of Hereford, 2nd Earl of Hereford, was born circa 1208 in England to Henry de Bohun, 1st Earl of Hereford (1176-1220) and Maud Fitzgeoffrey (-1236) and died 24 September 1275 Warwickshire, England, United Kingdom of unspecified causes. He married Maud de Lusignan (c1210-1241) 1236 JL . He married Maud de Avenbury (-1273) .
Biography
Humphrey de Bohun, 2nd Earl of Hereford, was a prominent figure in medieval England, with his life spanning from around 1208 to 1275. He was a member of the powerful Bohun family, a Norman family that rose to significant prominence in England following the Norman Conquest of 1066. [1][2]Here's an overview of his life and significance:
Early Life and Family Background:
Humphrey de Bohun was born into the influential Bohun family. His father was Henry de Bohun, 1st Earl of Hereford (1176-1220), who was a magnate and a warrior of distinction. His mother was Maud de Mandeville. The Bohuns were known for their military prowess and their substantial landholdings.
Titles and Estates:
Humphrey inherited the title of Earl of Hereford from his father in 1220. This title came with extensive lands and responsibilities, including significant holdings along the borders of Wales, which were key during this period of frequent conflicts between England and Wales.
Military Career:
Like many nobles of his time, Humphrey was involved in military campaigns. This included participation in the Barons' War against King John and later in conflicts during the reign of King Henry III. His military career was marked by both loyalty and opposition to the crown at different times.
Political Influence:
Humphrey's position as Earl of Hereford and his extensive landholdings gave him considerable political influence. He was involved in various negotiations and treaties, playing a significant role in the politics of his time.
Death and Legacy:
He died in 1275 in Warwickshire and was buried at Llanthony Secunda in Gloucester. He was succeeded by his grandson Humphrey VI de Bohun (c. 1249 – 1298). His legacy continued through his descendants, who remained influential in English politics and society. The Bohun family continued to be a significant force in England for several generations.
Marriage and Issue
1st Marriage: Maud de Lusignan (Eu)
Humphrey de Bohun, 2nd Earl of Hereford, was married to Maud de Lusignan (c1210-1241) (aka: Maud de Eu). Their marriage was significant in terms of political alliances and the continuation of the Bohun family line, which played a notable role in English history. Maud de Lusignan (Maud de Eu): Maud was a member of the prominent Lusignan family, a powerful and influential family originally from Poitou in France. Her father was Raoul de Lusignan, Seigneur d'Issoudun, and her mother was Alice, Countess of Eu. The Lusignans were known for their involvement in the politics and military affairs of both France and England, with several members playing key roles in the Crusades and in the Angevin Empire. Maud married Humphrey de Bohun around 1220.
They had children:[3]
- Humphrey de Bohun (-1265) - died in 2nd Baron's War at the Battle of Evesham, and the title later passed directly to his son Humphrey de Bohun, 3rd Earl of Hereford (c1249-1298), skipping him.
- Alice de Bohun (1228-1264)
- Maud de Bohun (-c1252)
- Henry de Bohun
- Geoffrey de Bohun
- Ralph de Bohun
- Eleanor de Bohun (1241-1278)
2nd Marriage: Maud de Avenbury
Married to Maud de Avenbury (-1273)[4]
- John de Bohun (c1245-)
- Miles de Bohun (c1246-)
Children
| Name | Birth | Death | Joined with |
| Humphrey de Bohun (-1265) | 1230 Herefordshire, England | 27 October 1265 Beeston Castle, Cheshire, England | Eleanor de Braose (1226-1251) Joan de Quincy (-1283) |
| Alice de Bohun (1228-1264) | 1235 East Coulston Manor, Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom | 1255 | Roger V de Tosny (1235-bef1264) |
| Maud de Bohun (-c1252) | 1252 | Roger de Quincy (c1195-1264) | |
| Henry de Bohun (c1230-) | |||
| Geoffrey de Bohun (c1233-) | |||
| Ralph de Bohun (c1235-) | |||
| Eleanor de Bohun (1241-1278) | |||
| Name | Birth | Death | Joined with |
| John de Bohun (c1245-) | |||
| Miles de Bohun (c1246-) | |||
Siblings
| Name | Birth | Death | Joined with |
| Humphrey de Bohun, 2nd Earl of Hereford (c1208-1275) | 1208 England | 24 September 1275 Warwickshire, England, United Kingdom | Maud de Lusignan (c1210-1241) Maud de Avenbury (-1273) |
| Henry de Bohun (c1210-) | |||
| Ralph de Bohun (c1212-) | |||
See Also
External Links
- wikipedia:en:Humphrey de Bohun, 2nd Earl of Hereford
- Humphrey de Bohun, 2nd Earl of Hereford at thePeerage
- Humphrey de Bohun, 2nd Earl of Hereford, Geni.com, https://www.geni.com/people/Humphrey-V-de-Bohun-Earl-of-Hereford-Essex/6000000001744825938, retrieved 24 Jan 2024
- Bohun Family Genealogy, TudorPlace.com.ar, http://www.tudorplace.com.ar/BOHUN.htm, retrieved 24 Jan 2024
- Humphrey de Bohun, 2nd Earl of Hereford at Find A Grave
- de Bohun Family Genealogy, OlyPen.com Genealogy, https://olypen.com/zob/genealogy/England-tree/Bohun/Bohun.html, retrieved 24 Jan 2024
Bibliography
- Pollock, M. A. (2015). Scotland, England and France After the Loss of Normandy, 1204-1296. The Boydell Press.
Notable Ancestors
Notable Descendants
Peerage Tables
| Peerage of England | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by Henry de Bohun |
Earl of Hereford 1220–1275 |
Succeeded by Humphrey VI de Bohun |
| New creation | Earl of Essex 1239–1275 | |
| Political offices | ||
| Preceded by Henry de Bohun |
Lord High Constable 1220–1275 |
Succeeded by Humphrey VI de Bohun |
References
- ^ G.E. Cokayne; with Vicary Gibbs, H.A. Doubleday, Geoffrey H. White, Duncan Warrand and Lord Howard de Walden, editors, The Complete Peerage of England, Scotland, Ireland, Great Britain and the United Kingdom, Extant, Extinct or Dormant, new ed., 13 volumes in 14 (1910-1959; reprint in 6 volumes, Gloucester, U.K.: Alan Sutton Publishing, 2000), volume VI, page 462. Hereinafter cited as The Complete Peerage.
- ^ Alison Weir, Britain's Royal Families: The Complete Genealogy (London, U.K.: The Bodley Head, 1999), page 67. Hereinafter cited as Britain's Royal Families.
- ^ G.E. Cokayne; with Vicary Gibbs, H.A. Doubleday, Geoffrey H. White, Duncan Warrand and Lord Howard de Walden, editors, The Complete Peerage of England, Scotland, Ireland, Great Britain and the United Kingdom, Extant, Extinct or Dormant, new ed., 13 volumes in 14 (1910-1959; reprint in 6 volumes, Gloucester, U.K.: Alan Sutton Publishing, 2000), volume VI, page 462. Hereinafter cited as The Complete Peerage.
- ^ Alison Weir, Britain's Royal Families: The Complete Genealogy (London, U.K.: The Bodley Head, 1999), page 67. Hereinafter cited as Britain's Royal Families.