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William II of Hainaut

Count of Hainaut, Holland and Zeeland · Politicians · Lived 1317 to 1345 · aged 28

William II was Count of Hainaut from 1337 until his death. He was also Count of Holland and Count of Zeeland. He succeeded his father, Count William I of Hainaut. While away fighting in Prussia, the Frisians revolted. William returned home and was killed at the Battle of Warns.

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Type
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Status
Deceased
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Lived 1317 to 1345 · aged 28