Ramiro II of Aragon: Biography, Facts and Career
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Ramiro II (24 April 1086 – 16 August 1157), called the Monk, was a member of the House of Jiménez who became King of Aragon in 1134. Although a monk, he was elected by the Aragonese nobility to succeed his childless brother Alfonso the Battler. He then had a daughter, Petronilla, whom he had marry Count Ramon Berenguer IV of Barcelona, unifying Aragon and Barcelona into the Crown of Aragon. He withdrew to a monastery in 1137, leaving authority to Ramon Berenguer but keeping the royal title until his death.
Quick facts about Ramiro II of Aragon
- Full name: Ramiro II of Aragon
- Born: 1080-01-01
- Nationality: Kingdom of Aragon
- Known as: Royal
- Wikidata ID: Q316194
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Who is Ramiro II of Aragon?
Ramiro II (24 April 1086 – 16 August 1157), called the Monk, was a member of the House of Jiménez who became King of Aragon in 1134.
What nationality is Ramiro II of Aragon?
Ramiro II of Aragon is Kingdom of Aragon.
When was Ramiro II of Aragon born?
Ramiro II of Aragon was born on 1080-01-01.
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