Guillaume IX: Biography, Facts and Career
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William IX (Occitan: Guilhèm de Peitieus or Guilhem de Poitou, French: Guillaume de Poitiers; called the Troubadour; 22 October 1071 – 10 February 1126) was the Duke of Aquitaine and Gascony and Count of Poitou (as William VII) between 1086 and his death. He was also one of the leaders of the Crusade of 1101. Though his political and military achievements have a certain historical importance, he is best known as the earliest troubadour, a vernacular lyric poet in the Occitan language, by whom some work survives.
Quick facts about Guillaume IX
- Full name: Guillaume IX
- Born: 1071-10-28
- Nationality: Duchy of Aquitaine
- Known as: Author
- Wikidata ID: Q5351
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Who is Guillaume IX?
William IX (Occitan: Guilhèm de Peitieus or Guilhem de Poitou, French: Guillaume de Poitiers; called the Troubadour; 22 October 1071 – 10 February 1126) was the Duke of Aquitaine and Gascony and Count of Poitou (as William VII) between 1086 and his death.
What nationality is Guillaume IX?
Guillaume IX is Duchy of Aquitaine.
When was Guillaume IX born?
Guillaume IX was born on 1071-10-28.
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