Avesnes family
The Avesnes family played an important role during the Middle Ages. The family has its roots in the small village Avesnes-sur-Helpe, in the north of France.
| Avesnes | |
|---|---|
| noble family | |
Coat of Arms | |
| Country | France, Netherlands |
| Founded | 11th century |
| Founder | Fastré I d'Oisy |
| Final ruler | Margaret II, Countess of Hainaut |
| Dissolution | 14th century |
One branch produced a number of Counts of Holland during the 13th century. The family died out in the 16th century.
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