John II, Count of Nevers
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John II, Count of Nevers (known as Jean de Clamecy, prior to acquiring title of 'Count of Nevers')(1415-1491)
He was the son of Philip II, Count of Nevers by his wife Bonna of Artois, daughter of Philip of Artois, Count of Eu. From 1442 to 1465 he was Count of Etampes. John's elder brother was also his predecessor in his titles, Charles I, Count of Nevers (1414-64). Upon Charles' death in 1464, he having no legitimate children, his titles passed to John. In 1472, his uncle Charles of Artois, Count of Eu died, and having no legitimate children, his title also passed to John.
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| Preceded by space |
Count of Etampes 1442–1465 |
Succeeded by space |
| Preceded by Charles I |
Count of Nevers 1464–1491 |
Succeeded by Engelbert, Count of Nevers |
| Preceded by Charles I |
Count of Rethel 1464–1491 |
Succeeded by Charlotte |
| Preceded by Charles of Artois |
Count of Eu 1472–1491 |
Succeeded by Engelbert, Count of Nevers |
