This document shows the nobility in the Lower Rhine area which in the present day straddles the eastern part of the Netherlands and the west-central part of Germany. In medieval times, the area lay east of the county of Holland and was approximately co-extensive with the archiepiscopal province of Köln. In the 9th and 10th centuries, it was divided between the kingdom of Lotharingia (later the duchy of Lower Lotharingia) and the duchy of Franconia. The north-eastern part of the territory spread into the duchy of Westphalia, most of whose nobility is shown in the document SAXONY NOBLITY. From about the early 12th century, the Lower Rhine area developed separately from the adjacent parts of Germany and Holland, dominated by the powerful archbishops of Köln. In particular, the families of the Grafen von Berg, Jülich, Kleve and Mark intermarried frequently, and eventually in the early 15th century consolidated their states into the duchy of Jülich-Berg-Kleve, which later passed by marriage to the Hohenzollern family and subsequently formed a significant part of the area of the kingdom of Prussia which was located in western Germany.

Most of the local noble families emerge from the documentation only in the late 11th or early 12th centuries. Before that, only the families of the Grafen von Jülich and Grafen von Kleve can be traced back to the Lotharingian period. The reasons for the lack of continuity with the previous counties in the duchy of Lower Lotharingia (see the document LOWER LOTHARINGIAN NOBILITY) and the emergence of new counties in the Lower Rhine area in the 12th century deserve further study.

The collected charters of the Lower Rhine area, dating from the 13th century, reveal a continuous story of family patronage on the part of successive archbishops of Köln. The archbishops were appointed from the dominant families in the region, and were closely involved in the constant petty feuding and changing alliances between the local nobles. This is particularly apparent in the case of the documentation relating to Archbishop Konrad von Hochstaden, who was closely related to the ruling families of the counties of Gelre, Jülich, Limburg and Mark. The documents show that the archbishop held a tight grip on the purse-strings, offering financial loans to the nobility in return for allegiance.

Chapter 1. GRAFEN von ALTENA

A. GRAFEN von ALTENA

The town of Altena is situated south of Dortmund, on the river Lenne, in the present-day German state of Nordrhein-Westfalen. The ancient county of Altena included the towns of Altena, Neuenrade, Lüdenscheid, Plettenberg and Meinerzhagen. “Otto quondam comes in Capenberg et postea prepositus eiusdem loci...Euerhardus comes Engelbertus frater eius, Arnoldus comes, nobilis Euerwinus de Holte, Gerhardus nobilis in Colonia” witnessed the charter dated 1170 under which Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed an agreement between Kloster Cappenberg and the canons of Xanten[1].

EBERHARD von Berg, son of ADOLF [II] Graf von Berg & his second wife [Irmgard von Sponheim/--- von Schwarzenberg] (-23 Jan 1180, bur Altenberg). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka names “Fredericum et Brunonem qui in Colonia promoti archiepiscopi...extiterunt...et Everhardum et Engelbertum” as the sons of “Adulphus comes”[2]. Wolbero Abbot of Köln St. Pantaleon restored "subadvocat[um] in villa nostra Huttorp", removed from “subadvocatus...Gumpertus cum matre sua Gerdrude”, to “comite Adolpho” by charter dated to [1151/53], witnessed by “ipse comes Adolphus, filius eius Euerhardus...”[3]. Graf von Altena 1161. Reinald Archbishop of Köln confirmed the property of Kloster Altenburg by charter dated 1166 witnessed by "…Albertus comes de Molbach, Willelmus comes Iuliacensis, Comes Euerardus de Altina et frater eius comes Engilbertus…"[4]. “...Comes Euerhardus de Altena et filius eius Arnoldus...” witnessed the charter dated 1166 under which Reinald Archbishop of Köln sold property to “Helmwico militi de Holthusen” for Gladbach monastery[5]. “Otto quondam comes in Capenberg et postea prepositus eiusdem loci...Euerhardus comes Engelbertus frater eius, Arnoldus comes, nobilis Euerwinus de Holte, Gerhardus nobilis in Colonia” witnessed the charter dated 1170 under which Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed an agreement between Kloster Cappenberg and the canons of Xanten[6]. A memorial in Altenburg records the death “X Kal Feb” 1180 of “Everhardus de Alzena comes et hujus loci benefactor”[7].

Secondary sources are contradictory regarding the identity of Eberhard’s wife:

[m --- von Kleve, daughter of ARNOLD [I] von Kleve & his wife Ida de Louvain. One table in Europäische Stammtafeln records “N v Kleve T v Gf Arnold I” as the wife of Eberhard Graf von Altena[8]. The primary source which confirms her parentage and marriage has not yet been identified, although Eberhard naming his son Arnold is suggestive that the Kleve origin of his wife may be correct.]

[m ADELHEID von Arnsberg, daughter of GOTTFRIED [I] Graf von Arnsberg [Kuyc] & his wife Ida [Jutta] von Arnsberg (-after 1200). One table in Europäische Stammtafeln records “Adelheid von Arnsberg T v Gf Heinrich v A-Rietberg” as the wife of Eberhard Graf von Altena, while another table names her father as Graf Gottfried (which is more likely from a chronological point of view)[9]. The primary source which confirms her parentage and marriage has not yet been identified. Abbess of Meschede and Ödingen 1200.]

Eberhard & his wife had [four] children:

1. ARNOLD (-1209). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka names “Fredericus et Everhardus [error for Arnoldus]” as brothers of Adolf Archbishop of Köln, specifying that “Everhardus” held “castrum...super fluvium Lippiam in parochia de Heringe...Nienbrugghe...et castrum de Hisenberch super Ruram”[10]. “...Comes Euerhardus de Altena et filius eius Arnoldus...” witnessed the charter dated 1166 under which Reinald Archbishop of Köln sold property to “Helmwico militi de Holthusen” for Gladbach monastery[11]. Graf von Altena und Hövel. “...Euerhardus comes Engelbertus frater eius, Arnoldus comes...” witnessed the charter dated 1170 under which Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed an agreement between Kloster Cappenberg and the canons of Xanten[12]. Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed donations to Kloster Vilich by charter dated 10 Sep 1182 witnessed by "…Arnoldus et Fredericus comites de Alcena…"[13]. Bruno [III] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the entry of three sisters into Köln St Maria by charter dated 1192 witnessed by "…comes Arnoldus de Altena et comes Fredericus frater eius…"[14]. Adolf [I] Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster Füssenich by charter dated 1197 witnessed by "…fratres nostri comites Arnoldus et Fridericus de Althena…"[15]. Adolf Archbishop of Köln, with the consent of “fratris mei comitis Arnoldi”, noted that "frater meus beate memorie comes Fridericus" sold "curtim suam Lohusen" to the monks of Cappenberg, by charter dated 1199, witnessed by “Adolphus comes de Altena, Fridericus frater eius...”[16]. Adolf Archbishop of Köln confirmed the rights of “frater noster germanus Arnoldus comes in Althena…uxoris sue…matrone Methildis et liberorum suorum”, with the consent of "Everhardo filio utriusque iam comite", by charter dated 1200[17]. “...Arnoldus et Everhardus filius eius comites de Althena, Adolfus puer comes de Marke...” witnessed the charter dated 1202 under which Adolf Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster Scheda[18]. m MECHTILD, daughter of --- (-after 1226). Adolf Archbishop of Köln confirmed the rights of “frater noster germanus Arnoldus comes in Althena…uxoris sue…matrone Methildis et liberorum suorum”, with the consent of "Everhardo filio utriusque iam comite", by charter dated 1200[19]. The primary source which confirms her parentage has not yet been identified. Arnold & his wife had ten children:

a) EBERHARD (-1209). Adolf Archbishop of Köln confirmed the rights of “frater noster germanus Arnoldus comes in Althena…uxoris sue…matrone Methildis et liberorum suorum”, with the consent of "Everhardo filio utriusque iam comite", by charter dated 1200[20]. “...Arnoldus et Everhardus filius eius comites de Althena, Adolfus puer comes de Marke...” witnessed the charter dated 1202 under which Adolf Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster Scheda[21]. Graf von Altena und Isenberg.

b) FRIEDRICH [II] (-executed Köln 14 Nov 1226). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records that “filius eius Fredericus comes de Hysenberch” succeeded “Everhardo comiti” [error for “Arnoldo”][22]. Graf von Altena und Isenberg.

- see below.

c) DIETRICH (-Rome 18 Jul 1226). He is shown as the son of Graf Arnold in Europäische Stammtafeln[23]. The primary source on which this information is based has not been identified. Bishop of Münster 1218.

d) ENGELBERT (-1250). Bishop of Osnabrück. "Theodericus dominus de Isenberg" declared having surrendered "allodium castri…Limburg supra Lenan" to "domino et avunculo meo Henrico comite de Monte", and having been regranted it as a fief, by charter dated 1242, witnessed by "Engelbertus…Osnabrugensis episcopus, Philippus majoris ecclesiæ in Susato prepositus, Bruno prepositus Osnabrugensis, Godefridus prepositus Sancti Martini Monasteriensis, Wilhelmus dictus de Isenberg, Adolphus de Holte, fratres…et Theodericum cognatum nostrum…"[24]. A charter dated 1243 records an agreement between "Engelbertus…Osnabrugensis episcopus, Henricus dux de Limburg comes de Monte" and "comitem Adolphum de Marka" to settle their dispute about the inheritance of "Theodericus de Isenburg consanguineus noster" received from "patris sui…comitis Friderici", which names "Theodericum et Fridericum fratres de Isenberg…tres etiam sorores Theoderici de Isenberg"[25]. “Engelbertus...Osnaburgensis ecclesie episcopus, G. prepositus Monasteriensis, B. maior prepositus Osanburgensis, Ph. prepositus Susaciensis et thesaurarius maioris ecclesie Coloniensis, A. de Holthe, W. de Ysinberg” granted “manso uno...up dir Wipperin” to “nostro cognato Engelberto dicto de Budellinberg”, with the consent of “nepoti nostro Theoderico comiti de Ysinberg”, by charter dated 19 Apr 1243[26].

e) PHILIPP (-[1264/66]). "Theodericus dominus de Isenberg" declared having surrendered "allodium castri…Limburg supra Lenan" to "domino et avunculo meo Henrico comite de Monte", and having been regranted it as a fief, by charter dated 1242, witnessed by "Engelbertus…Osnabrugensis episcopus, Philippus majoris ecclesiæ in Susato prepositus, Bruno prepositus Osnabrugensis, Godefridus prepositus Sancti Martini Monasteriensis, Wilhelmus dictus de Isenberg, Adolphus de Holte, fratres…et Theodericum cognatum nostrum…"[27]. “Engelbertus...Osnaburgensis ecclesie episcopus, G. prepositus Monasteriensis, B. maior prepositus Osanburgensis, Ph. prepositus Susaciensis et thesaurarius maioris ecclesie Coloniensis, A. de Holthe, W. de Ysinberg” granted “manso uno...up dir Wipperin” to “nostro cognato Engelberto dicto de Budellinberg”, with the consent of “nepoti nostro Theoderico comiti de Ysinberg”, by charter dated 19 Apr 1243[28].

f) BRUNO (-1258). "Theodericus dominus de Isenberg" declared having surrendered "allodium castri…Limburg supra Lenan" to "domino et avunculo meo Henrico comite de Monte", and having been regranted it as a fief, by charter dated 1242, witnessed by "Engelbertus…Osnabrugensis episcopus, Philippus majoris ecclesiæ in Susato prepositus, Bruno prepositus Osnabrugensis, Godefridus prepositus Sancti Martini Monasteriensis, Wilhelmus dictus de Isenberg, Adolphus de Holte, fratres…et Theodericum cognatum nostrum…"[29]. “Engelbertus...Osnaburgensis ecclesie episcopus, G. prepositus Monasteriensis, B. maior prepositus Osanburgensis, Ph. prepositus Susaciensis et thesaurarius maioris ecclesie Coloniensis, A. de Holthe, W. de Ysinberg” granted “manso uno...up dir Wipperin” to “nostro cognato Engelberto dicto de Budellinberg”, with the consent of “nepoti nostro Theoderico comiti de Ysinberg”, by charter dated 19 Apr 1243[30]. Bishop of Osnabrück.

g) GOTTFRIED (-[1246]). "Theodericus dominus de Isenberg" declared having surrendered "allodium castri…Limburg supra Lenan" to "domino et avunculo meo Henrico comite de Monte", and having been regranted it as a fief, by charter dated 1242, witnessed by "Engelbertus…Osnabrugensis episcopus, Philippus majoris ecclesiæ in Susato prepositus, Bruno prepositus Osnabrugensis, Godefridus prepositus Sancti Martini Monasteriensis, Wilhelmus dictus de Isenberg, Adolphus de Holte, fratres…et Theodericum cognatum nostrum…"[31]. Provost at Münster. “Engelbertus...Osnaburgensis ecclesie episcopus, G. prepositus Monasteriensis, B. maior prepositus Osanburgensis, Ph. prepositus Susaciensis et thesaurarius maioris ecclesie Coloniensis, A. de Holthe, W. de Ysinberg” granted “manso uno...up dir Wipperin” to “nostro cognato Engelberto dicto de Budellinberg”, with the consent of “nepoti nostro Theoderico comiti de Ysinberg”, by charter dated 19 Apr 1243[32].

h) WILHELM gt von Isenberg . "Theodericus dominus de Isenberg" declared having surrendered "allodium castri…Limburg supra Lenan" to "domino et avunculo meo Henrico comite de Monte", and having been regranted it as a fief, by charter dated 1242, witnessed by "Engelbertus…Osnabrugensis episcopus, Philippus majoris ecclesiæ in Susato prepositus, Bruno prepositus Osnabrugensis, Godefridus prepositus Sancti Martini Monasteriensis, Wilhelmus dictus de Isenberg, Adolphus de Holte, fratres…et Theodericum cognatum nostrum…"[33]. “Engelbertus...Osnaburgensis ecclesie episcopus, G. prepositus Monasteriensis, B. maior prepositus Osanburgensis, Ph. prepositus Susaciensis et thesaurarius maioris ecclesie Coloniensis, A. de Holthe, W. de Ysinberg” granted “manso uno...up dir Wipperin” to “nostro cognato Engelberto dicto de Budellinberg”, with the consent of “nepoti nostro Theoderico comiti de Ysinberg”, by charter dated 19 Apr 1243[34]. m ---. The name of Wilhelm’s wife is not known. Wilhelm & his wife had one child:

i) WILHELM (-after 1275). “Theodericus comes dictus de Ysinberg” confirmed that “Hermannus et Godefridi fratres dicti de Almele et Bertrammus sororius ipsorum” had renounced rights “in curtim Dudinchof” in favour of Kloster Oelinghausen, at the request of “Alheydis uxoris nostre...Wilhelmi nostri nepotis...”, by charter dated 20 Dec 1264[35]. m CHRISTINA, daughter of ---. The primary source which confirms her marriage has not been identified.

i) ADOLF von Holte (-[5 Nov 1261/16 Jun 1266]). "Theodericus dominus de Isenberg" declared having surrendered "allodium castri…Limburg supra Lenan" to "domino et avunculo meo Henrico comite de Monte", and having been regranted it as a fief, by charter dated 1242, witnessed by "Engelbertus…Osnabrugensis episcopus, Philippus majoris ecclesiæ in Susato prepositus, Bruno prepositus Osnabrugensis, Godefridus prepositus Sancti Martini Monasteriensis, Wilhelmus dictus de Isenberg, Adolphus de Holte, fratres…et Theodericum cognatum nostrum…"[36].

- HERREN von HOLTE.

j) daughter . Her parentage and marriage are shown in Europäische Stammtafeln[37]. The primary source on which this information is based has not been identified. m HERMANN von Altena, son of ---.

2. ADOLF (-15 Apr 1220). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records that “Adulphus fratris eius Everhardi comitis...filius” succeeded Bruno as Archbishop of Köln in 1193[38]. Archbishop of Köln. The Cæsarii Heisterbacensis Catalogus of archbishops of Köln records the election of "adhuc Brunone vivente…filius fratris eius Adolphus" as archbishop of Köln[39]. Adolf [I] Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster Füssenich by charter dated 1197 witnessed by "…fratres nostri comites Arnoldus et Fridericus de Althena…"[40]. Adolf Archbishop of Köln confirmed the rights of “frater noster germanus Arnoldus comes in Althena…uxoris sue…matrone Methildis et liberorum suorum”, with the consent of "Everhardo filio utriusque iam comite", by charter dated 1200[41]. He was excommunicated in 1205 for crowning Philipp as king of Germany, but submitted to Pope Innocent III in 1208. Adolf Archbishop of Köln confirmed that “consanguineus noster Adolfus comes de Altena” had freed “predium in Kalveswinkele” from obligations by charter dated 1213, witnessed by “...comes Fridericus...dominus Hermannus de Altena...Heinricus frater comitis...”[42].

3. FRIEDRICH [I] (-1199, bur Kloster Kappenberg). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka names “Fredericus et Everhardus” as brothers of Adolf Archbishop of Köln, specifying that Friedrich held “castrum de Altena”[43]. Graf von Altena. Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed donations to Kloster Vilich by charter dated 10 Sep 1182 witnessed by "…Arnoldus et Fredericus comites de Alcena…"[44]. Philipp Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster Kaiserswerth by charter dated 5 Aug 1190 witnessed by "Thidericus comes de Hostaden, Otto de Wiggerodthe frater eius, Gerhardus comes de Are, Fridericus comes de Altina, Conradus de Dicke, Reterus frater eius, Hermannus de Else…"[45]. Bruno [III] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the entry of three sisters into Köln St Maria by charter dated 1192 witnessed by "…comes Arnoldus de Altena et comes Fredericus frater eius…"[46]. Adolf [I] Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster Füssenich by charter dated 1197 witnessed by "…fratres nostri comites Arnoldus et Fridericus de Althena…"[47]. Adolf Archbishop of Köln, with the consent of “fratris mei comitis Arnoldi”, noted that "frater meus beate memorie comes Fridericus" sold "curtim suam Lohusen" to the monks of Cappenberg, by charter dated 1199, witnessed by “Adolphus comes de Altena, Fridericus frater eius...”[48]. His place of burial is confirmed by the charter dated 7 Apr 1210 under which [his son] “Adolphus...comes de Altena” confirmed a donation to Kloster Cappenberg for the soul of “patris nostri Friderici comitis de Altena, qui ibidem sepultus...”[49]. m ALVERADIS, daughter of --- (-after 7 Apr 1210). Her marriage is confirmed by the charter dated 7 Apr 1210 under which [her son] “Adolphus...comes de Altena” confirmed a donation to Kloster Cappenberg made by “Adelheidis ixor Wirici defuncti ministerialis noster”, for the soul of “patris nostri Friderici comitis de Altena, qui ibidem sepultus...”, noting that “ego et mater mea Alveradis et uxor mea Luthgardis” placed “domum in Langeren” on the altar[50]. Europäische Stammtafeln shows “Alveradis (v Krieckenbeck-Millendonk) 1193/1220 T v (Reiner)” as the wife of Graf Friedrich [I][51]. The primary source which suggests her possible parentage has not been identified. Another possibility is that Alveradis was the heiress of Rabodo von der Mark (see Chapter 12) and passed the castle to her son Adolf. Friedrich [I] & his wife had [three] children:

a) ADOLF (-28 Jun 1249). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records that “Adulphus comes de Altena filius Frederici comitis” succeeded his father[52]. Graf von der Mark.

- GRAFEN von der MARK.

b) FRIEDRICH (-after [1194/99]). Europäische Stammtafeln shows “Friedrich 1194/99” as the older son of Graf Friedrich [I][53]. The following charter indicates that Friedrich was younger than his brother Adolf. Adolf Archbishop of Köln, with the consent of “fratris mei comitis Arnoldi”, noted that "frater meus beate memorie comes Fridericus" sold "curtim suam Lohusen" to the monks of Cappenberg, by charter dated 1199, witnessed by “Adolphus comes de Altena, Fridericus frater eius...”[54].

c) [HEINRICH (-after 1213). Adolf Archbishop of Köln confirmed that “consanguineus noster Adolfus comes de Altena” had freed “predium in Kalveswinkele” from obligations by charter dated 1213, witnessed by “...comes Fridericus...dominus Hermannus de Altena...Heinricus frater comitis...”[55]. In the witness list “comes Fridericus” can presumably be identified as Friedrich [II] Graf von Altena. “Heinricus frater comitis” could be the brother of either Friedrich or Adolf.]

4. [ODA (-1224 or before). “Comes Otto de Tekeneburg” exchanged property with Kloster Loccum, with the consent of “matris mee Ode”, by charter dated 1209[56]. Her family origin is suggested by the charter dated 13 Jul 1246 under which [her son] “Otto...comes de Tekeneburg et Heinricus filius suus” donated property in “Wiboldinkhusen” to “priorisse Peternelle” to build a Kloster in memory of “nostri, uxoris nostre Metheldis, Jutte uxoris Heinrici, comitis Ottonis, comitis Simonis, cometisse Ode, comitis Adolfi, cometisse Alhedis”[57], the last two names suggesting the family of the Grafen von Altena. m SIMON Graf von Tecklenburg, son of HEINRICH Graf von Tecklenburg & his wife Eilika von Oldenburg (-killed in battle 8 Aug 1202).]

The precise relationship between the following person and the Altena family has not been ascertained.

1. ENGELBERT von Bottlenberg (-after 18 Apr 1243). “Engelbertus...Osnaburgensis ecclesie episcopus, G. prepositus Monasteriensis, B. maior prepositus Osanburgensis, Ph. prepositus Susaciensis et thesaurarius maioris ecclesie Coloniensis, A. de Holthe, W. de Ysinberg” granted “manso uno...up dir Wipperin” to “nostro cognato Engelberto dicto de Budellinberg”, with the consent of “nepoti nostro Theoderico comiti de Ysinberg”, by charter dated 19 Apr 1243[58].

FRIEDRICH [II] von Altena, son of ARNOLD Graf von Altena und Hövel & his wife Mechtild --- (-executed Köln 14 Nov 1226). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records that “filius eius Fredericus comes de Hysenberch” succeeded “Everhardo comiti” [error for “Arnoldo”][59]. Graf von Altena und Isenberg. The Chronicle of Alberic de Trois-Fontaines records that "archiepiscopus Coloniensis Engelbertus" was killed "1225 VII Id Nov" by "cognato suo Frederico comite de Ysenberg"[60]. The Chronica Minor Auctore Minorita Erphordiensi records that "Engilbertus Coloniensis archiepiscopus" was killed in 1225 by "comite Friderico de Ysinburg"[61]. The Chronicle of Alberic de Trois-Fontaines records that "Fredericus" fled to Rome, returned disguised as a merchant but was recognised and captured at Liège, and brought to Köln where he was executed by being attached to a wheel[62].

m ([1210]) SOPHIE van Limburg, daughter of WALRAM III Duke of Limburg & his first wife Cunégonde de Lorraine (-[1226/27]). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records that “Fredericus comes de Hysenberch” married “sororem Henrici ducis Limburgensis”[63]. Her parentage is confirmed by the charter dated 1242 under which her son "Theodericus dominus de Isenberg" declared having surrendered "allodium castri…Limburg supra Lenan" to "domino et avunculo meo Henrico comite de Monte", and having been regranted it as a fief[64]. A charter dated 24 Aug 1244 also confirms her parentage, recording that "Theoderici filii sororis ducis de Lymborch" renewed his allegiance to "domini Henrici ducis de Lymborch et comitis de Monte" for the recently constructed "castro Lynborch"[65]. The primary source which confirms her name has not yet been identified. The Continuatio of the Chronicon Lamberti Parvi records the death in 1225 of "Galerannus dux Ardennæ et filia eius uxor Frederici proditoris ludificatione dæmonum cum parvulo filio"[66].

Friedrich [II] & his wife had six children:

1. DIETRICH [I] (-1301). His parentage is confirmed by the charter dated 1243 which records an agreement between "Engelbertus…Osnabrugensis episcopus, Henricus dux de Limburg comes de Monte" and "comitem Adolphum de Marka" to settle their dispute about the inheritance of "Theodericus de Isenburg consanguineus noster" received from "patris sui…comitis Friderici", which names "Theodericum et Fridericum fratres de Isenberg…tres etiam sorores Theoderici de Isenberg"[67]. Graf von Altena, Isenberg und Limburg.

- GRAFEN von LIMBURG, HERREN von STIRUM, HERREN von LIMBURG gt von STIRUM.

2. FRIEDRICH (-after 1243). His parentage is confirmed by the charter dated 1243 which records an agreement between "Engelbertus…Osnabrugensis episcopus, Henricus dux de Limburg comes de Monte" and "comitem Adolphum de Marka" to settle their dispute about the inheritance of "Theodericus de Isenburg consanguineus noster" received from "patris sui…comitis Friderici", which names "Theodericum et Fridericum fratres de Isenberg…tres etiam sorores Theoderici de Isenberg"[68].

3. SOPHIE ([1211/26]-after 1291). Her parentage and marriage are confirmed by the charter dated 24 Oct 1244 under which "Theodoricus de Isenberg" committed not to dispose of "castro de Limburg supra Lenam" without the consent of "avunculi mei ducis de Lymborch et comitis de Monte", at the request of "sororius meus dominus Henricus de Volmuntstene"[69]. “Theodoricus nobilis de Volmotstene” donated “decimam de...Werminge” to Kloster Scheda, with the consent of “matris meæ domine Sophyæ et fratrum meorum Everhardi, Walraveni, Hermanni, Adolphi, Engelberti, Frederici, Henrici”, by charter dated 25 Mar [1257/58][70]. “Theodericus de Volmodstene miles” confirmed that “Arturus de Sveve” had sold property to Kloster Oelinghausen, with the consent of “uxoris mee Lise et filii mei Bertoldi primogeniti et ceterorum liberorum meorum”, by charter dated 15 Aug 1269, sealed by “domini et avunculi mei Theoderici comitis de Ysenberg et matris mee Sophie”[71]. “Sophia senior domina de Volmestene relicta quondam domini de Volmestene bone memorie...Henrici” donated property to Kloster Herdicke, with the consent of “nostrorum filiorum Theoderici domini de Volmestene ac Hinrici fratris sui”, by charter dated 1291[72]. m as his second wife, HEINRICH [III] von Volmestein, son of --- (-before 7 May 1250).

4. ELISABETH (-after 1275). "Dominus Theodericus vir nobilis de Murse" sold property in “Vorst” to Meer abbey, with the consent of “Elysabeth uxoris sue et liberorum suorem quos nunc habet...Theoderico, Friderico, Henrico, Ricolfo et Gerardo”, by charter dated 13 Jul 1259[73]. m ([1234]) DIETRICH [I] Graf von Mörs, son of --- (-after 13 Jul 1259).

5. son (-[1226]). The Continuatio of the Chronicon Lamberti Parvi records the death in 1225 of "Galerannus dux Ardennæ et filia eius uxor Frederici proditoris ludificatione dæmonum cum parvulo filio"[74].

6. AGNES (before 1226-after 12 Dec 1282). Her parentage and marriage are confirmed by the charter dated May 1251 under which "Theodericus comes de Lymburg” donated property “in Vuspich” to Saarn abbey, sealed by “mariti sororis nostre viri nobilis domini B. de Bruke”[75]. Her relationship with the Altena/Limburg family is also indicated by the charter dated 1291 under which "Theodericus comes de Lymburg” donated property “apud Styrhem dicta uppen Brinke” to Saarn abbey, after the mediation of [her son] “domino Theoderico nobili de Bruke nostro consanguineo...”[76]. "Theodericus dominus de Bruka” confirmed that Camp abbey owned certain property, with the consent of “domine Agnetis matris nostre...Burchardi, Frederici, Walrami et Adolfi fratrum...et sororum nostrarum...Agnetis, Sophie et Adale”, by charter dated 19 Nov 1274[77]. "Theodericus vir nobilis dominus de Bruyche miles, Agnes mater eius, Walramus, Adolfus fratres eiusdem, Aleidis, Adela, Agnes et Sophia sorores, liberi et heredes dicte Agnetis et eius mariti quondam domini de Bruychge" sold land "Rode...in parrochia Owenheim" to the Teutonic Knights at Köln by charter dated 12 Dec 1282[78]. m (before May 1251) BURKHARD [III] Herr von Broich, son of --- (-before 19 Nov 1274).

B. GRAFEN von LIMBURG an der LENNE (HOHENLIMBURG), HERREN von STIRUM

The older branch of the Altena family inherited Limburg an der Lenne, otherwise Hohelimburg about 10 kilometres north-west of Altena, and Isenberg on the left bank of the river Ruhr in the western outskirts of Hattingen. Dietrich [I] also held Mülheim an der Ruhr about 20 kilometres west of Isenberg and five kilometres east of Duisburg. The castle of Stirum (now called Styrum) was located in the northern outskirts of Mühlheim, on the right bank of the Ruhr, and became the main centre of the family’s operations. The following reconstruction is an outline only into which more information will be added as more primary source material is identified. The primary sources which corroborate the information have not been identified, unless otherwise stated below.

DIETRICH [I] von Altena, son of FRIEDRICH [II] Graf von Altena und Isenberg & his wife Sophie van Limburg (-1301). His parentage is confirmed by the charter dated 1243 which records an agreement between "Engelbertus…Osnabrugensis episcopus, Henricus dux de Limburg comes de Monte" and "comitem Adolphum de Marka" to settle their dispute about the inheritance of "Theodericus de Isenburg consanguineus noster" received from "patris sui…comitis Friderici", which names "Theodericum et Fridericum fratres de Isenberg…tres etiam sorores Theoderici de Isenberg"[79]. Graf von Altena, Isenberg und Limburg. "Theodericus dominus de Isenberg" declared having surrendered "allodium castri…Limburg supra Lenan" to "domino et avunculo meo Henrico comite de Monte", and having been regranted it as a fief, by charter dated 1242, witnessed by "Engelbertus…Osnabrugensis episcopus, Philippus majoris ecclesiæ in Susato prepositus, Bruno prepositus Osnabrugensis, Godefridus prepositus Sancti Martini Monasteriensis, Wilhelmus dictus de Isenberg, Adolphus de Holte, fratres…et Theodericum cognatum nostrum…"[80]. “Engelbertus...Osnaburgensis ecclesie episcopus, G. prepositus Monasteriensis, B. maior prepositus Osanburgensis, Ph. prepositus Susaciensis et thesaurarius maioris ecclesie Coloniensis, A. de Holthe, W. de Ysinberg” granted “manso uno...up dir Wipperin” to “nostro cognato Engelberto dicto de Budellinberg”, with the consent of “nepoti nostro Theoderico comiti de Ysinberg”, by charter dated 19 Apr 1243[81]. "Theodoricus de Isenberg" committed not to dispose of "castro de Limburg supra Lenam" without the consent of "avunculi mei ducis de Lymborch et comitis de Monte", at the request of "sororius meus dominus Henricus de Volmuntstene", by charter dated 24 Oct 1244[82]. "Theodericus comes de Lymburg” donated property “in Vuspich” to Saarn abbey by charter dated May 1251, sealed by “mariti sororis nostre viri nobilis domini B. de Bruke”[83]. "Th. comes de Ysenberg, Aleydis nobilis mulier sua uxor, necnon Johannes filius eorundem" granted "nostrum curtim dictam antiquam sitam in Mulenheim" to Margareta Gräfin von Berg, by charter dated 5 Apr 1263[84]. "…Otto de Tekellenburgh et Theodericus de Limporch…" were among those who declared war against Sifrid Archbishop of Köln by charter dated 8 Apr 1277[85]. "Th. comes de Lymburg nec non Euerhardus filius noster" exchanged property with "consanguineis nostris Godefrido comite de Arnsberg et Lodovico filio suo" by charter dated 10 Feb 1278[86]. "Th. comes de Limburg, Aleidis comitissa eius uxor legitima, Everhardus filius noster, Theodericus et Fredericus filii quondam Johannis de Limburg, nostri filii, et eius soror" renounced the Vogtei of Eichholz abbey, on the advice of "Everhardi comitis de Marka et Theoderici domini de Volmesteyne, nostrorum consanguineorum", by charter dated 17 Mar 1280 (O.S.)[87].

m ADELHEID, daughter of --- (-1297). "Theodericus comes de Lymburg…cum uxore nostra domina Alheide comitissa de Lymburch" donated property to Saarn abbey by charter dated May 1251[88]. "Th. comes de Limburg, Aleidis comitissa eius uxor legitima, Everhardus filius noster, Theodericus et Fredericus filii quondam Johannis de Limburg, nostri filii, et eius soror" renounced the Vogtei of Eichholz abbey by charter dated 17 Mar 1280 (O.S.)[89].

Dietrich [I] & his wife had children:

1. JOHANN [I] von Limburg (-before 1277). "Th. comes de Ysenberg, Aleydis nobilis mulier sua uxor, necnon Johannes filius eorundem" granted "nostrum curtim dictam antiquam sitam in Mulenheim" to Margareta Gräfin von Berg, by charter dated 5 Apr 1263[90]. m ---. The primary source which confirms the identity of Johann’s wife is not known. Johann [I] & his wife had children:

a) DIETRICH [II] von Limburg (-22 Mar 1328). "Th. comes de Limburg, Aleidis comitissa eius uxor legitima, Everhardus filius noster, Theodericus et Fredericus filii quondam Johannis de Limburg, nostri filii, et eius soror" renounced the Vogtei of Eichholz abbey by charter dated 17 Mar 1280 (O.S.)[91]. Herr von Stirum. m ---. The primary source which confirms the identity of Dietrich’s wife is not known. Dietrich [II] & his wife had children:

i) JOHANN [II] von Limburg (-[1361/64]). m ---. The primary source which confirms the identity of Johann’s wife is not known. Johann [II] & his wife had children:

(a) DIETRICH [III] von Limburg (-[1397/2 May 1398]). His parentage is confirmed by the charter dated 27 Jan 1354 under which “Diederich van Lymburch Knappe, sun heren Johans van Lymburch, und Johanna van Ryferscheit doychter wilne heren Heynrichs van Ryferscheit und van Beydbure [...Johanna van Kessenich unse...moyder], syne...hussfrauwe” renounced rights to “der hirschaf van Ryferscheit van Beydbure und van Hackinbruche”[92].

- see below.

b) FRIEDRICH (-1321). "Th. comes de Limburg, Aleidis comitissa eius uxor legitima, Everhardus filius noster, Theodericus et Fredericus filii quondam Johannis de Limburg, nostri filii, et eius soror" renounced the Vogtei of Eichholz abbey by charter dated 17 Mar 1280 (O.S.)[93].

2. EBERHARD [I] (-after 1304). "Th. comes de Lymburg nec non Euerhardus filius noster" exchanged property with "consanguineis nostris Godefrido comite de Arnsberg et Lodovico filio suo" by charter dated 10 Feb 1278[94]. "Th. comes de Limburg, Aleidis comitissa eius uxor legitima, Everhardus filius noster, Theodericus et Fredericus filii quondam Johannis de Limburg, nostri filii, et eius soror" renounced the Vogtei of Eichholz abbey by charter dated 17 Mar 1280 (O.S.)[95]. m ---. The primary source which confirms the name of Eberhard’s wife has not been identified. Eberhard & his wife had children:

a) DIETRICH [III] (-9 Aug 1364). Graf von Limburg. m ---. The primary source which confirms the name of Dietrich’s wife has not been identified. Dietrich [III] & his wife had children:

i) EBERHARD [II] (-after 11 Nov 1344). Graf von Limburg.

- see below.

DIETRICH [III] von Limburg, son of JOHANN [II] von Limburg & his wife --- (-[1397/2 May 1398]). His parentage is confirmed by the charter dated 27 Jan 1354 under which “Diederich van Lymburch Knappe, sun heren Johans van Lymburch, und Johanna van Ryferscheit doychter wilne heren Heynrichs van Ryferscheit und van Beydbure [...Johanna van Kessenich unse...moyder], syne...hussfrauwe” renounced rights to “der hirschaf van Ryferscheit van Beydbure und van Hackinbruche”[96].

m JOHANNA von Reifferscheid, daughter of HEINRICH von Reifferscheid & his wife Johanna von Kessenich (-after 1387). "Reynolt...Hertzoeghe zu Gelre inde greve zu Suytphen" settled a dispute between “Johanne heirren zu Ryferscheit” and “heren Walrauen van Salmen, vrouwen Johannen die heren Henrichs van Ryferscheyt wyf was, inde Johannen irre dochtere” concerning the inheritance of Heinrich von Reifferscheid by charter dated 26 Jan 1341[97]. “Godart van Nuwenare...mumpar Johannen van Hackenbruche, dy wilne huysfrawe was...heren Heinrichs van Rifferscheit” removed “Johannen, mynre...inde wilne heren Henrich van Riferscheit dochter” from the guardianship of the archbishop of Köln by undated charter[98]. “Diederich van Lymburch Knappe, sun heren Johans van Lymburch, und Johanna van Ryferscheit doychter wilne heren Heynrichs van Ryferscheit und van Beydbure [...Johanna van Kessenich unse...moyder], syne...hussfrauwe” renounced rights to “der hirschaf van Ryferscheit van Beydbure und van Hackinbruche” by charter dated 27 Jan 1354[99].

Dietrich [III] & his wife had children:

1. EBERHARD von Limburg (-[1424/26]). Herr von Styrum.

- HERREN von LIMBURG gt von STIRUM[100].

EBERHARD [II] von Limburg, son of DIETRICH [III] Graf von Limburg & his wife --- (-after 11 Nov 1344). Graf von Limburg.

m JUTTA von Sayn, daughter of JOHANN [I] Graf von Sayn & his wife Elisabeth von Hessen.

Eberhard [II] & his wife had children:

1. DIETRICH [IV] von Limburg (-8 Jun 1400). Graf von Limburg. m LUKARDIS von Broich, daughter of --- (-4 Dec 1412). Dietrich [IV] & his wife had children:

a) WILHELM [I] von Limburg (-28 Feb 1459). Graf von Limburg-Broich. “Wilhelm greue to Lymburch ind here to Broyke, Mechtelt van Ryfferscheyd unse...husvrowe, Diderich unse son ind...Diderich van Lymburch des vurs. greuen Willems broedet ind Margreta syn suster” sold property to Werden abbey, with the consent of “Frederichs heren to Weuelinchoven in Wilhelms syns sones”, by charter dated 12 Jul 1408[101]. “Wilhelm Greve zo Lymburgh herr zu Bedbur und zu Broiche ind Metza van Ryfferscheidt Greveynne...syne...gesellynne”, having bought “sy zo Keiserswerde an dem Tolle” from “Katheryna van der Dick vrauwe zo Alphem unse...swegeren ind Moyne”, mortgaged the rights by charter dated 24 Jun 1431[102]. m ([before 15 Aug 1397, contract 25 Apr 1403]) MECHTILD von Reifferscheid, daughter of JOHANN [V] Herr von Reifferscheid & his first wife Richardis van Boulant [Bouland] (-after 24 Jun 1431). Fahne records her parentage (naming her Margareta) and marriage, noting that the couple’s male descendants inherited Bedbur and Hackenbroich, the related dispute settled 1 Sep 1422, and that their daughter married Gumprecht [II] Graf zu Neuenahr, Herr zu Alpen und Rodensberg, Erbvogt von Köln (see Chapter 3.A of the present document)[103]. “Johan heirre zu Ryfferscheit, zu Beidbur und zer Dick, Lodewich herre zu Ryferscheit und zu Hackenbruche, Wilhelm van Lymburg unse eydam und Metza van Ryferscheit unse doichter” donated property to the Augustines at Bedbur by charter dated 15 Aug 1397[104]. The marriage contract between “Grauen Wilhelm zu Limburg unnd Herrn zu Broick” and “Johann Herren zu Reifferscheid zu Bedbur und zu Dick...Johans Tochter...Mechteld” is dated 25 Apr 1403[105]. The six-year gap between these two documents has not been explained, unless one of them was misdated. “Wilhelm greue to Lymburch ind here to Broyke, Mechtelt van Ryfferscheyd unse...husvrowe, Diderich unse son ind...Diderich van Lymburch des vurs. greuen Willems broedet ind Margreta syn suster” sold property to Werden abbey, with the consent of “Frederichs heren to Weuelinchoven in Wilhelms syns sones”, by charter dated 12 Jul 1408[106]. “Wilhelm Greve zo Lymburgh herr zu Bedbur und zu Broiche ind Metza van Ryfferscheidt Greveynne...syne...gesellynne”, having bought “sy zo Keiserswerde an dem Tolle” from “Katheryna van der Dick vrauwe zo Alphem unse...swegeren ind Moyne”, mortgaged the rights by charter dated 24 Jun 1431[107]. Wilhelm [I] & his wife had two children:

i) MARGARETA von Limburg (-1479). [“Wilhelm greue to Lymburch ind here to Broyke, Mechtelt van Ryfferscheyd unse...husvrowe, Diderich unse son ind...Diderich van Lymburch des vurs. greuen Willems broedet ind Margreta syn suster” sold property to Werden abbey, with the consent of “Frederichs heren to Weuelinchoven in Wilhelms syns sones”, by charter dated 12 Jul 1408[108]. The phrase “syn suster” in this document would normally refer to the second-named Dietrich, named immediately before Margareta. However, the reason for Graf Wilhelm naming a sister is unclear. A preferable interpretation is that “syn” relates to the first-named Dietrich, Margareta’s name being relegated to the end of the list because of her gender.] Heiress of Bedbur and Hackenbroich (inherited from her mother’s family). “Gomprecht van Nuwenair erffvayt zu Colne ind herre zu Alphem” and “Margreten...htmhter der edelre Wilhems greuen ind Metzen von Ryfferscheit greuynnen zo Limburch” reached agreement about dowry by charter dated 30 Apr 1425[109], the marriage contract being agreed 5 May 1425[110]. Emperor Friedrich III confirmed the property, title, arms and rights of “jr graffschafft und herrschafft zu Lymborch” to “der Edel Gumprecht von Newenar, Erbuogt der heiligen kirchen zu Collen und herre zu Alpen...und der Edlen Margarethen von Newenar geborn Grefin von Lymborch seiner Gemahel...” by charter dated 14 May 1442[111]. m (contract 5 May 1425) GUMPRECHT [II] Graf zu Neuenahr, son of GUMPRECHT [I] von Neuenahr & his wife Philippa von Heinsberg (-after 1465).

ii) DIETRICH von Limburg (-after 12 Jul 1408). “Wilhelm greue to Lymburch ind here to Broyke, Mechtelt van Ryfferscheyd unse...husvrowe, Diderich unse son ind...Diderich van Lymburch des vurs. greuen Willems broedet ind Margreta syn suster” sold property to Werden abbey, with the consent of “Frederichs heren to Weuelinchoven in Wilhelms syns sones”, by charter dated 12 Jul 1408[112].

b) DIETRICH [V] von Limburg (-16 Jan 1444). “Wilhelm greue to Lymburch ind here to Broyke, Mechtelt van Ryfferscheyd unse...husvrowe, Diderich unse son ind...Diderich van Lymburch des vurs. greuen Willems broedet ind Margreta syn suster” sold property to Werden abbey, with the consent of “Frederichs heren to Weuelinchoven in Wilhelms syns sones”, by charter dated 12 Jul 1408[113]. m ---. The primary source which confirms the name of Dietrich’s wife has not been identified. Dietrich [V] & his wife had children:

i) WILHELM von Limburg (-[1473]). Graf von Limburg. m (2 Aug 1463) JUTTA von Runkel, daughter of DIETRICH [IV] Herr von Runkel & his wife Anastasia von Isenburg-Wied Gräfin von Wied (-[1471]). Wilhelm & his wife had children:

(1) JOHANN von Limburg (-1510). Graf von Limburg. m ELISABETH von Neuenahr, daughter of FRIEDRICH Graf von Neuenahr & his wife Eva von Linnep.

(2) MARIA von Limburg . m SEBASTIAN Graf von Sayn-Wittgenstein, son of --- (-1498).

(3) IRMGARD von Limburg (-1492). m (1487) JOHANN von Loe, son of --- (-1498).

2. JOHANN von Limburg (-[4 Jul 1410/1411]).

Chapter 2. GRAFEN von BERG

A. GRAFEN von BERG

The county of Berg was located east of the river Rhine, with Duisburg and the river Ruhr in the north, the county of Sayn to the south, and the county of Mark to the east. The first known ancestor of the family, Adolf [I] Graf von Berg, is named “Adulfus de Huvili” by the Annalista Saxo when recording his marriage (see below). It is unclear whether Adolf held this property himself or through his wife. Secondary sources name Bernhard von Werl (Adolf’s wife’s maternal grandfather) as Graf von Hövel, although the primary source which provides the basis for this information has not been identified. According to other secondary sources, the castle of Hövel (now destroyed) was located near the present-day town of Hamm on the north-eastern outskirts of Dortmund.

ADOLF [I] von Hövel [Huvili], son of --- (-[31 Jul] 1106). He is named “Adulfus de Huvili” by the Annalista Saxo when recording his marriage with “Bernardus comes...[filiam] Idam” and "Heinricus de castro...Loufe...filiam...Adelheidam"[114]. "Adolfus advocatus de Monte, Gerlach de Wikerothe..." witnessed the charter dated 1068 under which Anno Archbishop of Köln which confirmed the exclusive right of Werden abbey to "decimas...in Westphalica seu Ostphalica quod alio nomine...Aengarica..."[115]. "Arnoldi comitis, Gerhardi comitis, Adolfi comitis…" signed the charter dated 23 May 1072 under which Anno Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster St Martin, Köln[116]. Anno Archbishop of Köln divided the church of Neutz St. Qurin, founded by "Euerhardus comes Clivensis et matrona nobilis Berta comitissa uxor sua" between the church and the archbishopric by charter dated 27 Sep 1074, witnessed by "...Adolphus de Monte"[117]. "Arnoldi comitis, Gerhardi comitis, Adolfi comitis…" signed the charter dated 18 Aug 1075 under which Anno Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster St Martin, Köln[118]. Sigewin Archbishop of Köln confirmed donations to Kloster Rees, where her parents were buried, made by "Irmengarda…comitissa" by charter dated to [1079/89], witnessed by "…Adelbrat comes, Adolph de Monte, Gerhart de Gulecho, De Saphenberch Adelbrecht, Hesse comes…"[119]. [Sigewin Archbishop of Köln donated property to Köln St Georg by charter dated to [1079/89], witnessed by "…Adolf et filius suus Euerhard…"[120]. It appears likely that these names refer to Adolf [I] [von Berg] and his son.] "Laici: Gerhart de Hostade, Adolph de Berge...” witnessed the charter dated 18 Feb/4 Mar 1080 under which Sigewin Archbishop of Köln donated property to St. Cunibert[121]. Hermann [III] Archbishop of Köln settled the dispute between Kloster Brauweiler and Köln St Maria by charter dated 1090, witnessed by "…Stephanus comes, Gerhardus de Hostade, Arnoldi prefectus urbis, Adelbertus de Safinberg, Adolfus de Monte, Adelbero de Duno…"[122]. "Adolfus de Monte" granted privileges to Köln Cathedral by charter dated to [1100], witnessed by "…Comes Arnoldus Tuicensis…"[123]. Graf von Berg 1101/05. "Adulfus de Huvili" is named as first husband of Adelheid in the Annalista Saxo, which names his sons "Adulfum iuniorem et fratres eius"[124].

m as her first husband, ADELHEID von Laufen, daughter of HEINRICH Graf von Laufen & his wife Ida von Werl. The Annalista Saxo records that “Bernardus comes...[filiam] Idam” and "Heinricus de castro...Loufe...filiam...Adelheidam" married “Adulfus de Huvili”, and after he died, “comes palatinus Fridericus de Sumersenburch”, and names her children by each marriage[125]. She married secondly Friedrich von Sommerschenburg Pfalzgraf in Sachsen.

Adolf [I] & his wife had [four] children:

1. ADOLF [II] (-12 Oct after 1160, bur Altenberg). "Adulfus iunioremi" is named, and his parentage given, in the Annalista Saxo[126]. Vogt von Werden: Otto Abbot of Werden confirmed the donation made by "vir nobilis...Thuringus postquam filium suum...unicum...in bello contra Fresones perdidit...et uxori sue...Beynguir...et filie...Bertrade" by charter dated 1093 at “Mulenheim in placito Bernheri comitis” by “comite de Cleue Thiderico vice advocati ecclesie nostra Adolphi qui tunc temporis puer erat”, witnessed by "Comes Thidericus...Conradus de Mulenheym et fratres eius Wedgerus et Lambertus..."[127]. Graf von Berg. "Liberi: Tiedrich comes de Ara, Gerart de Guileche, Gerart de Blanchinheim, Gerard de Hohstade, Adolf comes de Saphinberk, Adolf de Berge, Engelbreit de Kente..." witnessed the charter dated 1115 under which Friedrich Archbishop of Köln confirmed revenue and tolls to Münstereisel[128]. Lüdbert Abbot of Werden and "domnum Thuringum" confirmed “precarii nostri in Dale” to Werden by charter dated 1115, witnessed by “Adolfus advocatus noster...Euerhardus frater eius, Bernherus comes...”[129]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster Siegburg by charter dated 1116 witnessed by "Franco burgicomes, comes Fridericus de Arnesberg, comes Adolfus de Monte, Theodericus de Gladbach, Arnulfus de Odenkirche…"[130]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed donations to Kloster Siegburg by charter dated 29 Mar 1117 witnessed by "Comes Fridericus de Arnesburg, Comes Adolfus de Monte, Comes Adolfus de Saphfenberg, Comes Gerhardus de Iuliaco, Theodericus de Gladebach et Edelgerus frater eius…"[131]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the dismissal of "comes Gerhardus et frater eius Heinricus" from the Vogteischaft of Kloster Siegburg by charter dated 5 Apr 1118 witnessed by "Comes Gerhardus et frater eius Heinricus, Comes Adolfus de Monte, Comes Adolfus de Saphenberg, Comes Gerhardus de Iuliaco, Gerhardus iunior filius Gerhardi, Gerhardus de Caesle, Arnulfus de Odenkirche"[132]. Vogt von Dunwald: Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed donations to Kloster Dunwald and shared the Vogteischaft with "comitis Adolphi" by charter dated 1118 witnessed by "Adolfus comes de Monte et frater eius Euerhardus, Gerardus comes de Wassenberg […et filius eius Gerardus], Theodericus comes de Thonburch, Theodericus comes de Ara, domnus Goswinus de Hennesberg et frater eius Gerardus…Gerardus de Wyckerode…"[133]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln donated Kloster Rolandswerth on an island in the river Rhine to Kloster Siegburg by charter dated 1 Aug 1126 witnessed by "Tiedericus comes de Are, Adolfus comes de Berge, Adolfus comes de Safenberg, Arnoldus comes de Cleue, Cunradus comes de Bunna, Gerardus comes de Iuleche et filius eius Gerardus, Gerardus comes de Hostade…"[134]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed a donation to Kloster Siegburg by charter dated 1129 witnessed by "…Liberi. Paganus dux, Franco burgicomes, Gerhardus comes de Gelre, Adolfus comes de Monte, Adolfus comes de Saffenberg…"[135]. He founded the Cistercian Kloster Altenberg in 1133. Wolbero Abbot of Köln St. Pantaleon restored "subadvocat[um] in villa nostra Huttorp", removed from “subadvocatus...Gumpertus cum matre sua Gerdrude”, to “comite Adolpho” by charter dated to [1151/53], witnessed by “ipse comes Adolphus, filius eius Euerhardus...”[136]. "Adolfus comes de Monte" confirmed a donation to Köln St Pancraz by charter dated 1160 witnessed by "meus filius…Engilbertus…"[137]. Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records that “Adulphus...comes de Altena” founded “cenobium Montis Veteris” and was buried there[138]. A memorial in Altenburg records the death “IV Id Oct” 1152 of “Adolphus ex comite monachus et fundator hujus cœnobii”[139], although if the 1160 charter is correctly dated the year is incorrect. m firstly ([before 1115]) ADELHEID, daughter of [GOTTFRIED [I] Graf von Cappenberg] & his wife Beatrix von Hildrizhausen]. Adelheid is shown in Europäische Stammtafeln[140] as the daughter of Gottfried [I] Graf von Cappenberg and his wife Beatrix von Hildrizhausen. However, another table[141] shows Adelheid as the daughter of Beatrix by her second husband Heinrich Graf von Rietberg. The primary source which confirms her parentage and marriage has not yet been identified. It is not therefore possible at this moment to judge which version is more likely to be correct. The answer may lie in the transmisison of the advocatiam of Werden abbey, previously held by Gottfried Graf von Cappenberg and which the following charter was transmitted to Adolf [II] Graf von Berg: Lüdbert Abbot of Werden and "domnum Thuringum" confirmed “precarii nostri in Dale” to Werden by charter dated 1115, witnessed by “Adolfus advocatus noster...Euerhardus frater eius, Bernherus comes...”[142]. It appears probable therefore that Adelheid was the daughter of Graf Gottfried [I] and that the advocatiam of Werden was her dowry. If that is correct, Adelheid presumably married before the date of this charter. It should be noted that Adolf was recorded as Vogt of Werden in 1093 when he was still a boy (see above), which suggests that arrnagements for the marriage were made when the parties were children. m secondly ([1130]) [--- von Sponheim, daughter of ENGELBERT [II] von Sponheim Marchese of Istria, Duke of Carinthia & his wife Uta von Passau [Ratpotonen]]. The Chronicle of Alberic de Trois-Fontaines names "comitissa Mathildis Campaniensis et uxor Renaldi comitis Nivernensis et comitissa Montis Veteris iuxta Coloniam et mater illorum Romanorum qui Froiepain dicuntur" as sisters of "archiepiscopi Coloniensis Frederici"[143]. In the case of the two sisters named first, other sources confirm that they were daughters of Engelbert Marchese of Istria, Duke of Carinthia. It is possible therefore that the other two named sisters (of which the countess of Berg was one) were also Engelbert’s daughters. Ascertaining the precise family relationship between all four presumed sisters and Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln depends on interpreting apparently contradictory sources which link the archbishop with the Sponheim and Schwarzenberg/Regensberg families, a problem which is discussed in detail in the document BAVARIA NOBILITY. Europäische Stammtafeln indicates that Adolf [II]’s second wife was the daughter of Engelbert, son of Berthold [I] [von Schwarzenberg][144]. No primary source has been identified which confirms that this is correct: it is presumably consistent with another theory about the origin of Archbishop Friedrich. Adolf [II] & his [first/second] wife had one child:

a) ADOLF ([after 1128/30]-killed in battle Damascus [24/28] Jul 1148). The Chronica regia Pantaleonis records that, during the course of Louis VII King of France’s crusade in 1148, “Adolfus fortissimus adolescens, filius Adolfi comitis de Berge” was killed in battle at Damascus as the army was travelling southwards through Syria[145]. The term “adolescens” suggests that Adolf could have been 15/20 years old. If that is correct, he might have been born from either marriage of his father. His name suggests that he was his father’s oldest son. The date of his death can be estimated more precisely from the early 14th century Kurdish historian Abu al-Feda who dates the start of the siege of Damascus to “le 6 de rebia premier” [25 Jul 1148][146].

Adolf [II] & his second wife had five children:

b) EBERHARD von Berg (-23 Jan 1180, bur Altenberg). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka names “Fredericum et Brunonem qui in Colonia promoti archiepiscopi...extiterunt...et Everhardum et Engelbertum” as the sons of “Adulphus comes”[147]. Wolbero Abbot of Köln St. Pantaleon restored "subadvocat[um] in villa nostra Huttorp", removed from “subadvocatus...Gumpertus cum matre sua Gerdrude”, to “comite Adolpho” by charter dated to [1151/53], witnessed by “ipse comes Adolphus, filius eius Euerhardus...”[148]. Graf von Altena 1161. Reinald Archbishop of Köln confirmed the property of Kloster Altenburg by charter dated 1166 witnessed by "…Albertus comes de Molbach, Willelmus comes Iuliacensis, Comes Euerardus de Altina et frater eius comes Engilbertus…"[149].

- GRAFEN von ALTENA.

c) FRIEDRICH (-Pavia 15 Dec 1158, bur Kloster Altenberg). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka names “Fredericum et Brunonem qui in Colonia promoti archiepiscopi...extiterunt...et Everhardum et Engelbertum” as the sons of “Adulphus comes”[150]. The Chronicle of Alberic de Trois-Fontaines names "Fredericus…secundus de sorore superioris Frederici" when recording his election as Archbishop of Köln[151]. Provost of St Georg, Köln 1135/36. Elected Bishop of Utrecht 1150. Archbishop of Köln 1156. The Cæsarii Heisterbacensis Catalogus of archbishops of Köln records the election of "Fridericus prepositus sancti Georgii, filius fratris Brunonis" as archbishop of Köln[152]. He died after falling from his horse[153].

d) ENGELBERT von Berg (-Brančevo, Serbia Jul 1189). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka names “Fredericum et Brunonem qui in Colonia promoti archiepiscopi...extiterunt...et Everhardum et Engelbertum” as the sons of “Adulphus comes”[154]. "Adolfus comes de Monte" confirmed a donation to Köln St Pancraz by charter dated 1160 witnessed by "meus filius…Engilbertus…"[155]. Graf von Berg.

- see below.

e) BRUNO (-23 Apr 1196, bur Altenberg). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka names “Fredericum et Brunonem qui in Colonia promoti archiepiscopi...extiterunt...et Everhardum et Engelbertum” as the sons of “Adulphus comes”[156]. Provost of St Georg, Köln 1156/91. Provost of St Apostelen 1160/66. Kustos of Köln Cathedral before 1179. Provost of Köln Cathedral 1168/92. Archbishop of Köln 1192, resigned 1193. The Cæsarii Heisterbacensis Catalogus of archbishops of Köln records the election of "Bruno maior prepositus" as archbishop of Köln, adding that he was the brother of archbishop Friedrich, next to whom he was later buried[157]. Monk at Altenberg.

f) ADOLF von Berg (-1197 or after). Graf von Berg. Vogt von Dünwald 1193.

2. EBERHARD von Berg (-20 Mar or 22 May before 1152). [Sigewin Archbishop of Köln donated property to Köln St Georg by charter dated to [1079/89], witnessed by "…Adolf et filius suus Euerhard…"[158]. It appears likely that these names refer to Adolf [I] [von Berg] and his son.] Lüdbert Abbot of Werden and "domnum Thuringum" confirmed “precarii nostri in Dale” to Werden by charter dated 1115, witnessed by “Adolfus advocatus noster...Euerhardus frater eius, Bernherus comes...”[159]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed donations to Kloster Dunwald and shared the Vogteischaft with "comitis Adolphi" by charter dated 1118 witnessed by "Adolfus comes de Monte et frater eius Euerhardus…"[160]. Monk at Morimond 1121/24. Abbot of St Georgenberg im Thur 1145. A memorial in Altenburg records the death “XI Kal Jun” of “Everardus comes de Alzena”[161].

3. BRUNO (-Trani [29] May 1137, bur Bari San Niccolò). Provost of St Kastor at Koblenz 1119. Canon at Trier Cathedral. Provost of St Gereon at Köln 1127. Elected Bishop of Trier 1130. Archbishop of Köln 1131. Anselm of Gembloux’s continuation of Sigebert's Chronica records the death in 1131 of "Frittericus Coloniæ archiepiscopus” and the succession of “domnus Bruno ex clero sancti Petri” as archbishop in 1132[162]. The Cæsarii Heisterbacensis Catalogus of archbishops of Köln records the election of "Bruno…e Francia" as archbishop of Köln, recording in a later passage that a later archbishop was "Fridericus prepositus sancti Georgii, filius fratris Brunonis", adding that Bruno died a few days after Emperor Lothar at Bari and was buried there[163].

4. [GISELA (-after 20 Mar 1143). Heinrich Archbishop of Mainz confirmed the foundation of Kloster Georgenthal by "Sizzo comes de Keverenberc…cum coniuge sua Gisila", with the consent of "filiorum suorum Heinrici et Guntheri", by charter dated 20 Mar 1143[164]. She was related to the family of the Grafen von Berg: Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records that “Adulphus comes” visited “ad Thuringie...consanguineos suos nobilem virum Zizonem comitem et Gisellam comitissam coniugem suam” donated “montem sancti Georgii” to Graf Adolf’s Cistercian abbey[165]. The editor of the Monumenta Germaniæ Historica edition of the Chronica indicates that Gisela was the sister of Graf Adolf but cites no source on which this statement is based[166]. The word “consanguineos” could refer to a more remote family relationship, although the inclusion of Gisela’s name does suggest that the family connection was through her not her husband. m SIZZO [III] Graf von Schwarzburg, son of GÜNTHER [I] Graf von Schwarzburg & his wife --- Iaropolkovna (-19 Jun 1160).]

ENGELBERT von Berg, son of ADOLF [II] Graf von Berg & his second wife [Irmgard von Sponheim/--- von Schwarzenberg] (-Braničevo, Serbia Jul 1189). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka names “Fredericum et Brunonem qui in Colonia promoti archiepiscopi...extiterunt...et Everhardum et Engelbertum” as the sons of “Adulphus comes”[167]. "Adolfus comes de Monte" confirmed a donation to Köln St Pancraz by charter dated 1160 witnessed by "meus filius…Engilbertus…"[168]. Graf von Berg. "Teodericus Marensium prediorum ac beneficiorum...possessor...cum matre mea...Hildegunde" recovered “cappellule b. Laurentii...in castro meo...Mere” from “Herimannum...et duas sorores eius de...vico Westualie...Lipren” by charter dated 1164, witnessed by “...Engelbertus comes de Monte...”[169]. Reinald Archbishop of Köln confirmed the property of Kloster Altenburg by charter dated 1166 witnessed by "…Albertus comes de Molbach, Willelmus comes Iuliacensis, Comes Euerardus de Altina et frater eius comes Engilbertus…"[170]. “Otto quondam comes in Capenberg et postea prepositus eiusdem loci...Euerhardus comes Engelbertus frater eius, Arnoldus comes, nobilis Euerwinus de Holte, Gerhardus nobilis in Colonia” witnessed the charter dated 1170 under which Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed an agreement between Kloster Cappenberg and the canons of Xanten[171].

m MARGARETA van Gelre, daughter of HENDRIK Graaf van Gelre & his wife Agnes von Arnstein. The Chronicle of Alberic de Trois-Fontaines refers to the mother of "domnus Engelbertus filius comitis Engelberti de Monte Veteri frater comitis Adolfi" as "soror comitis de Geldern" but does not name her[172].

Engelbert & his wife had two children:

1. ADOLF von Berg (-killed in battle Damietta 7 Aug 1218). The Chronicle of Alberic de Trois-Fontaines names "domnus Engelbertus filius comitis Engelberti de Monte Veteri frater comitis Adolfi" when recording Engelbert's election as Archbishop of Köln in 1216[173]. He succeeded in 1194 as Graf von Berg. "Adolphus comes de Berge" donated revenue to Siegburg abbey, with the consent of "fratris nostri Engilberti maioris domus in Colonia prepositi", by charter dated 1211[174]. "Adolfus…comes de Monte" donated property to Altenberg abbey, in memory of "patris nostri Engilberti comitis", by charter dated 1217[175]. m BERTHA von Sayn, daughter of HEINRICH [II] Graf von Sayn & his wife Agnes von Saffenberg. Her marriage is confirmed by the charter dated 1237 under which her son-in-law "Heinricus…dux in Limburg et comes in Nienbr, et Ermengardis ducissa et comitissa ibidem" donated property to Vrundenberg abbey, with the consent of "heredum nostrorum Walrami…et Adolfi", for the souls of "beate memorie…domini Engelberti Coloniensis archiepiscopi…et patrum et matrum nostrarum…Walrami et Cunegundis, Adolfi et Berthe"[176]. The primary source which confirms her parentage has not yet been identified. Adolf & his wife had one child:

a) IRMGARD (-[11/13] Aug [1248/49]). The Cæsarii Heisterbacensis Vita sancti Engelberti Archiepiscopi Coloniensis records that "ducis Walrami…filius Henricus" married "filiam Adolphi comitis"[177]. A charter dated 30 Mar 1217 records a confirmation of a transaction of "dominus Walramus comes de Luxelenborch", at the request of "Irmingardi cognate nostre [referring to "E…Coloniensis ecclesie archiepiscopus"], uxori filii sui Henrici"[178]. Heiress of Berg. The Memorienbuch of Kaiserswerth St Guidbert records the death "III Id Aug" of "Irmegardis ducissa de Limburch et comitissa de Monte…"[179]. m (before 1216) HENDRIK IV Duke of Limburg, son of WALRAM III Duke of Limburg & his first wife Cunégonde de Lorraine (-25 Feb 1247). He succeeded in 1226 as Graf von Berg.

2. ENGELBERT von Berg ([1185/86]-murdered near Gevelsberg 7 Nov 1225, bur Köln Cathedral). The Chronicle of Alberic de Trois-Fontaines records the election of "domnus Engelbertus filius comitis Engelberti de Monte Veteri frater comitis Adolfi" as Archbishop of Köln in 1216[180]. Provost of St Georg, Köln 1198/1218. Provost of Köln Cathedral 1203/06 and 1208/16. Provost of St Severin, Köln 1210/16. "Adolphus comes de Berge" donated revenue to Siegburg abbey, with the consent of "fratris nostri Engilberti maioris domus in Colonia prepositi", by charter dated 1211[181]. Provost of St Marien, Aachen, of St Marien at Deventer and of St Walburgis at Zütphen 1213/18. Archbishop of Köln 1216. The Cæsarii Heisterbacensis Catalogus of archbishops of Köln records the election of "Engelbertus ecclesie sancti Petri prepositus et filius Engelberti comitis de Monte, qui frater fuerat secundum carnem…archiepiscoporum Friderici et Brunonis secundi" as archbishop of Köln[182]. Regent of the Grafschaft Berg 1218. Imperial Administrator and Guardian of Heinrich King of Germany 1220. The Chronicle of Alberic de Trois-Fontaines records that "archiepiscopus Coloniensis Engelbertus" was killed "1225 VII Id Nov" by "cognato suo Frederico comite de Ysenberg"[183]. The Chronica Minor Auctore Minorita Erphordiensi records that "Engilbertus Coloniensis archiepiscopus" was killed in 1225 by "comite Friderico de Ysinburg"[184]. The Annales Spirenses record that "Engilbertus Coloniensis archiepiscopus" was killed "1225 VII Id Nov"[185]. The Kalendarium of Köln Cathedral records the death “VII Id Nov” of “Engelbertus archiepiscopus” and his donation of revenue “in Werda prope Knechtsteden...”[186]. Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records that Archbishop Engelbert was killed in 1225 “in die beati Willebrordi episcopi”[187].

B. GRAFEN von BERG (LIMBURG)

ADOLF [IV] van Limburg , son of HENDRIK IV Duke of Limburg & his wife Irmgard von Berg (-22 Apr 1259). The Chronicle of Alberic de Trois-Fontaines names "filius Henrici ducis de Lemborch…Adolfus" when recording his marriage to "sororem archiepiscopi [Coloniensis]"[188]. "H…dux de Lemburg comes de Monte, Irmingardis uxor eius et Adolfus primogenitus eorundem" reached agreement with the archbishop of Köln by charter dated 1242[189]. "Henricus dux de Lymburg comes de Monte, necnon Irmengardis uxor nostra ducissa de Lymburg comitissa de Monte, primogenitus noster Adolfus et exor sua, secundus filius Walramus et uxor sua" confirmed the rights of Remagen by charter dated Mar 1244[190]. He succeeded his father in 1247 as Graf von Berg. The Memorienbuch of Kaiserswerth St Guidbert records the death "X Kal Mai 1259" of "Adolphus comes de Monte filius Henrici ducis de Lymburch…"[191].

m (1240) MARGARETA von Hochstaden, daughter of LOTHAR [I] Graf von Hochstaden & his wife Mechtild von Vianden (-30 Jan 1314). Her parentage and marriage are indicated by the charter dated 20 Jul 1246 under which Konrad Archbishop of Köln requested help from "sororius…noster Adolfus…primogenitus…ducis de Limburg comitis de Monte" against Emperor Friedrich II[192]. She is named in the charter dated Mar 1249 under which "Adolfus comes de Monte et uxor nostra Margareta" confirmed a donation of property to the archbishopric of Köln[193]. "Margarita comitissa de Monte, cum primogenito nostro Adolfo" donated revenue to Siegburg abbey, in memory of "mariti nostri domini Adolfi comitis de Monte", by charter dated 26 Dec 1262[194]. "Margareta comitissa de Monte, relicta domini Adolphi…quondam comitis eiusdem loci, Adolphus comes filius eorundem et Lysa uxor sua" renounced rights to property of Altenburg abbey by charter dated Nov 1265[195]. "Wilhelmus comes de Monte et Irmengardis uxor eius comitissa de Monte" granted waivers to Kloster Altenburg by charter dated 20 Oct 1303, in the presence of "Margarete comitisse de Monte matris nostri comitis predicti ac domini Conradi fratris nostr"[196].

Graf Adolf IV & his wife had eight children:

1. ADOLF [V] von Berg (-28 Sep 1296, bur Gräfrath). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka names “Adulphum comitem de Monte, Wilhelmum postea comitem, Conradum qui electus fuerat in episcopum Monasteriensem necnon Henricum dominum de Windecke” as the brothers of “Ermegardis filia Adulphi comitis de Monte”, wife of Eberhard Graf von der Mark[197]. "Margarita comitissa de Monte, cum primogenito nostro Adolfo" donated revenue to Siegburg abbey, in memory of "mariti nostri domini Adolfi comitis de Monte", by charter dated 26 Dec 1262[198]. He succeeded his father in 1259 as Graf von Berg. "Margareta comitissa de Monte, relicta domini Adolphi…quondam comitis eiusdem loci, Adolphus comes filius eorundem et Lysa uxor sua" renounced rights to property of Altenburg abbey by charter dated Nov 1265[199]. "…Adolphus de Monte, Henricus frater eius…" were among those who declared war against Sifrid Archbishop of Köln by charter dated 8 Apr 1277[200]. He claimed the duchy of Limburg in 1279, disputing the succession of his cousin Ermengard, but sold his rights to Jean Duke of Brabant as he was too weak to prosecute his claim[201]. "Adolphus comes de Monte" made an arrangement with Liège cathedral concerning the avouerie of Jupille by charter dated 22 Aug 1283, ratified 4 Sep 1283 by "Conradus…major in Colonia prepositus et archidiaconus, Henricus de Monte dominus de Windecgin, Engelbertis sancti Cuniberti, Waleramus sancte Marie ad Gradus, ecclesiarum Coloniensium prepositi, ac Wilemus fratres nobilis viri domini Adolphi comes de Monte"[202]. "Adolphus comes de Monte" transferred "ducatum Lemburgensem" to Brabant with the marriage of "filium domini nostri ducis Brabantiæ Godefridum" and "Margaretam filiam Henrici nostri fratris" by charter dated 13 Sep 1283[203]. "Adolphus comes de Monte…et Henricus frater noster, dominus de Windecke" made commitments to the city of Köln by charter dated 23 Nov 1286[204]. "Adolphus comes et Elisabeth comitissa de Monte" confirmed the city status of Düsseldorf by charter dated 14 Aug 1288[205]. Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records the death “in vigilia sancti Michaelis” 1296 of “Adolphus comes de Monte” and the succession of “frater eius Wilhelmus”[206]. m (contract 17 Mar 1249) ELISABETH van Gelre, daughter of OTTO III Graaf van Gelre & his first wife Margareta von Kleve (-31 Mar 1313, bur Gräfrath). "Margareta comitissa de Monte, relicta domini Adolphi…quondam comitis eiusdem loci, Adolphus comes filius eorundem et Lysa uxor sua" renounced rights to property of Altenburg abbey by charter dated Nov 1265[207]. "Adolphus comes et Elisabeth comitissa de Monte" confirmed the city status of Düsseldorf by charter dated 14 Aug 1288[208].

2. WILHELM von Berg (-16 Apr 1308, bur Altenburg). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka names “Adulphum comitem de Monte, Wilhelmum postea comitem, Conradum qui electus fuerat in episcopum Monasteriensem necnon Henricum dominum de Windecke” as the brothers of “Ermegardis filia Adulphi comitis de Monte”, wife of Eberhard Graf von der Mark[209]. "Adolphus comes de Monte" made an arrangement with Liège cathedral concerning the avouerie of Jupille by charter dated 22 Aug 1283, ratified 4 Sep 1283 by "Conradus…major in Colonia prepositus et archidiaconus, Henricus de Monte dominus de Windecgin, Engelbertis sancti Cuniberti, Waleramus sancte Marie ad Gradus, ecclesiarum Coloniensium prepositi, ac Wilemus fratres nobilis viri domini Adolphi comes de Monte"[210]. His parentage is confirmed by a charter dated 20 May 1298 under which "Everhardus comes de Marka, Engelbertus miles eius primogenitus, Adolfus, Cunradus, Margareta, Yrmengardis, Katerina, Kunegundis, liberi et heredes eiusdem comitis" renounced their rights to part of the county of Berg, in favour of "Wilhelmo comite de Monte", which names "domina Margareta mater dicti comitis" (referring to Graf Wilhelm)[211]. Monk, resigned. He succeeded his brother in 1296 as Graf von Berg: Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records the death “in vigilia sancti Michaelis” 1296 of “Adolphus comes de Monte” and the succession of “frater eius Wilhelmus”[212]. "Wilhelmus comes de Monte et Irmengardis uxor eius comitissa de Monte" granted waivers to Kloster Altenburg by charter dated 20 Oct 1303, in the presence of "Margarete comitisse de Monte matris nostri comitis predicti ac domini Conradi fratris nostr"[213]. Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records the death in Apr 1308 of “Wilhelmus comes de Monte”, his burial “in Monte Veteri”, and the succession of “Adolphus filius fratris”[214]. m as her second husband, IRMGARD von Kleve, widow of KONRAD [I] von Saffenburg, daughter of DIETRICH V "von Meissen" Graf von Kleve & his wife Aleidis von Heinsberg (-11 May 1319). "Wilhelmus comes de Monte et Irmengardis uxor eius comitissa de Monte" granted waivers to Kloster Altenburg by charter dated 20 Oct 1303, in the presence of "Margarete comitisse de Monte matris nostri comitis predicti ac domini Conradi fratris nostr"[215].

3. HEINRICH von Berg "von Windeck" (-8 Mar [1290/96]). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka names “Adulphum comitem de Monte, Wilhelmum postea comitem, Conradum qui electus fuerat in episcopum Monasteriensem necnon Henricum dominum de Windecke” as the brothers of “Ermegardis filia Adulphi comitis de Monte”, wife of Eberhard Graf von der Mark[216]. "…Adolphus de Monte, Henricus frater eius…" were among those who declared war against Sifrid Archbishop of Köln by charter dated 8 Apr 1277[217]. "Adolphus comes de Monte" made an arrangement with Liège cathedral concerning the avouerie of Jupille by charter dated 22 Aug 1283, ratified 4 Sep 1283 by "Conradus…major in Colonia prepositus et archidiaconus, Henricus de Monte dominus de Windecgin, Engelbertis sancti Cuniberti, Waleramus sancte Marie ad Gradus, ecclesiarum Coloniensium prepositi, ac Wilemus fratres nobilis viri domini Adolphi comes de Monte"[218]. "Adolphus comes de Monte…et Henricus frater noster, dominus de Windecke" made commitments to the city of Köln by charter dated 23 Nov 1286[219]. m AGNES von der Mark, daughter of ENGELBERT [I] Graf von der Marck & his first wife Kunigunde [von Bliescastel] (-9 Jun ----). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka names “Agnetem matrem comitis de Monte, secundam comitissam de Tekenborch, terciam comitissam de Chegenhagen” as the three daughters of “Engelbertus comes” by his first wife[220]. Heinrich & his wife had six children:

a) ADOLF [VI] von Berg (-3 Apr 1348). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka names “Adulphum comitem de Monte” as the son of “Henricum dominum de Windecke” and his wife “Agnete...sorore...Everhardi comitis de Marka”[221]. He succeeded his uncle in 1308 as Graf von Berg: Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records the death in Apr 1308 of “Wilhelmus comes de Monte”, his burial “in Monte Veteri”, and the succession of “Adolphus filius fratris”[222]. "Adolphus comes et Agnes comitissa de Monte coniuges" granted rights to revenue to the town of Ratingen by charter dated 26 Nov 1341[223]. The Memorienbuch of Düsseldorf St Maria records the death "III Non Apr 1348" of "Adolphus comes de Monte natus de Wyndecgen" and his donation[224]. m (contract 31 Mar 1312) AGNES von Kleve, daughter of DIETRICH VI Graf von Kleve & his second wife Margareta von Habsburg (-after 1361). "Th. comes Cliuensis" granted "oppido Duseborgensi…domine Margarete matri nostre" as dowry to "Nese sorori nostre…et…Adolpho comiti de Monte cum eadem sorore nostra" by charter dated 31 Mar 1312, in the presence of "matri nostre…et Johannis ac Euerardi fratrum nostrorum"[225]. "Adolphus comes et Agnes comitissa de Monte coniuges" granted rights to revenue to the town of Ratingen by charter dated 26 Nov 1341[226].

b) HENDRIK von Berg (-[2 Feb] 1311, bur Altenberg). Canon at Köln. Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records the death “circa purificacionem” 1311 of “Henricus frater comitis de Monte” and his burial “in Veteri Monte”[227].

c) MARGARETA von Berg (-after 1360). "Adolphus comes de Monte" transferred "ducatum Lemburgensem" to Brabant with the betrothal of "filium domini nostri ducis Brabantiæ Godefridum" and "Margaretam filiam Henrici nostri fratris" by charter dated 13 Sep 1283[228]. 1283/1360. "Otto comes in Ravensberge et Margardta comitissa" granted "domum…in Hallelo in parochia Holte" to "Thiderico…Vincken", with the consent of "heredum nostrorum…Hadewigis et Margarete", by charter dated 14 May 1322[229]. "Margareta relicta quondam…Ottonis comitis in Rauensberge" donated a mill by charter dated 25 Aug 1328[230]. Her parentage is confirmed by a charter dated 7 Apr 1332 under which "Margareta wanne greuinne de Rauensberge" acknowledged the terms of her widowhood from "Bernharde dem greuen to Rauensberge", naming "greuen van dem Berge heren Adolue erem broder"[231]. Heiress of Berg in 1348, when her son-in-law Gerhard von Jülich succeeded as Grafen von Berg. Betrothed (13 Sep 1283) to GODEFROI de Brabant, son of JEAN I Duke of Brabant & his second wife Marguerite de Flandre ([1273/74]-after 13 Sep 1283). m OTTO IV Graf von Ravensberg, son of OTTO III Graf von Ravenberg & his wife Hedwig zur Lippe (-25 Feb 1328).

d) KUNIGUNDE von Berg ([1285/86]-21 or 26 Nov after 1355). Provost at Rellinghausen 1327/37. Abbess of Gerresheiim 1311/25. Abbess of Essen 1327-1337, resigned. "Cunegundis de Monte, olim preposita secularis ecclesie in Rellinchusen" confirmed that she had in that capacity purchased property from "Wigmode, relicta quondam Euerhardi de Wintrode" by charter dated 23 Dec 1342[232].

e) ELISABETH von Berg . She became a nun of St Klara at Köln. m WALRAM von Heinsberg Herr zu Blankenburg, son of DIETRICH Herr von Heinsberg [Sponheim] & his wife Jeanne de Louvain (-1307, bur Altenberg).

f) AGNES von Berg (-7 Jan ----). Nun at Gräfrath.

4. IRMGARD von Berg (-22 Mar 1294, bur Fröndenberg). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records that Eberhard married “Ermegardis filia Adulphi comitis de Monte”[233]. The marriage contract of "Engelbertus comes de Marka…Everardo filio et heredi" and "Irmengardis soror…Adolphi comitis de Monte" is dated 28 Jan 1273[234]. Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records the birth “circa festum purificacionis” 1293 (presumably O.S.) of “comiti Everhardo duo gemelli Conradus et Cunegundis” and the death of “mater Ermegardis comitissa debilitata et infirmata feria tercia ante festum pasche” and her burial “in vigilia pasche in Vrendeberch”[235]. m (contract 28 Jan 1273) as his first wife, EBERHARD von der Mark, daughter of ENGELBERT Graf von der Mark & his first wife Kunigunde [von Bliescastel] (-4 Jul 1308, bur Fröndensberg). He succeeded in 1277 as Graf von der Mark.

5. ENGELBERT von Berg . "Adolphus comes de Monte" made an arrangement with Liège cathedral concerning the avouerie of Jupille by charter dated 22 Aug 1283, ratified 4 Sep 1283 by "Conradus…major in Colonia prepositus et archidiaconus, Henricus de Monte dominus de Windecgin, Engelbertis sancti Cuniberti, Waleramus sancte Marie ad Gradus, ecclesiarum Coloniensium prepositi, ac Wilemus fratres nobilis viri domini Adolphi comes de Monte"[236]. Provost of St Kunibert at Köln 1280/83.

6. WALRAM von Berg . "Adolphus comes de Monte" made an arrangement with Liège cathedral concerning the avouerie of Jupille by charter dated 22 Aug 1283, ratified 4 Sep 1283 by "Conradus…major in Colonia prepositus et archidiaconus, Henricus de Monte dominus de Windecgin, Engelbertis sancti Cuniberti, Waleramus sancte Marie ad Gradus, ecclesiarum Coloniensium prepositi, ac Wilemus fratres nobilis viri domini Adolphi comes de Monte"[237]. Provost of St Maria ad gradus at Köln 1280/83.

7. CONRAD von Berg (-Köln 26 Oct 1313, bur Altenburg). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka names “Adulphum comitem de Monte, Wilhelmum postea comitem, Conradum qui electus fuerat in episcopum Monasteriensem necnon Henricum dominum de Windecke” as the brothers of “Ermegardis filia Adulphi comitis de Monte”, wife of Eberhard Graf von der Mark[238]. "Adolphus comes de Monte" made an arrangement with Liège cathedral concerning the avouerie of Jupille by charter dated 22 Aug 1283, ratified 4 Sep 1283 by "Conradus…major in Colonia prepositus et archidiaconus, Henricus de Monte dominus de Windecgin, Engelbertis sancti Cuniberti, Waleramus sancte Marie ad Gradus, ecclesiarum Coloniensium prepositi, ac Wilemus fratres nobilis viri domini Adolphi comes de Monte"[239]. Canon at Köln 1275. Provost of Köln Cathedral, resigned 1297. Elected Archbishop of Köln. Canon at Münster Cathedral 1275. "Adolfus comes de Monte" names "Conrado preposito Coloniensi germano nostro" in a charter dated 16 Apr 1278[240]. "Wilhelmus comes de Monte et Irmengardis uxor eius comitissa de Monte" granted waivers to Kloster Altenburg by charter dated 20 Oct 1303, in the presence of "Margarete comitisse de Monte matris nostri comitis predicti ac domini Conradi fratris nostr"[241]. Elected Bishop of Münster 1306, resigned 1310.

8. MARGARETA von Berg (-1 Mar ----).

C. HERREN von BROICH

1. BURKHARD [I] von Broich (-after 1093). “...Conradus de Mulenheim et fratres eius Weldgerus et Lambertus, Cristianus de Dalenheim, Burghardus de Broche...” witnessed the charter dated 1093 under which Otto Abbot of Werden confirmed donations made by "vir nobilis...Thuringus"[242].

2. BERTOLF von Broich (-after 18 Jul 1134). “...Bertolfus de Bruche...” witnessed the charter dated 18 Jul 1134 under which Bruno [II] Archbishop of Köln confirmed donations made by "Herimannus comes de Saphenberch"[243].

3. UDO von Broich (-after 1147). Bruno [II] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the foundation of the church of Weiler and its donation to Köln St Cunibert by charter dated 1135 witnessed by "Retherus de Dicke, Udo de Bruche…"[244]. “Euerhardus comes de Seine, Odo de Bruche...” witnessed the charter dated 1139 under which Arnold [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed rights of Siegburg abbey[245]. Arnold [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation of “montem...iuxta Regimagum” to Siegburg by charter dated 1139, witnessed by "Adolfus advocatus, Heinricus comes de Seine, Udo de Bruch, Iohannes de Zulpiaco..."[246]. Arnold [I] Archbishop of Köln donated property to Brauweiler by charter dated 1140, witnessed by "...Gerardus comes de Bothna, Gozuinus de Falkenburch, Udo de Bruecha...Gerardus de Mulenarcha..."[247]. Arnold [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the sale of property "in villa Dorewilere" to the archbishopric made by "Gozewini de Randenrode" to finance his crusade by charter dated 1147 witnessed by "…Udelrico de Are et fratre eius Ottone, Udone de Bruge…"[248].

4. BURKHARD [II] von Broich (-after 1148). “...Burchardus de Brucke...” witnessed the charter dated 1148 under which Lambert Abbot of Werden confirmed a purchase made by "dominum Heinricum de Kastere"[249].

5. WERNER von Broich (-after 1152). “...Wernherus de Bruche...” witnessed the charter dated 1152 under which Arnold [II] Archbishop of Köln a donation to Köln cathedral[250].

1. DIETRICH [I] von Broich (-before [1169]). Irmentrud Abbess of Essen confirmed rights of her church by charter dated 13 Jun 1142, witnessed by "Adolpho comite, Gozguino comite, Theoderico de Bruke..."[251]. Arnold [I] Archbishop of Köln restored property to Essen by charter dated 1142, witnessed by "...Theodericus de Bruke…"[252]. He is named as husband of Ida in the following charter: "Iohannes...ecclesie s. Petri Treuiris decanus et archidiaconus" confirmed that “bone memorie Theodericus cognatus meus de Broch” had donated “censum...pro manso Bovonis” to Kloster Klaustrum, with the consent of “uxoris sue Ide et filiorum suorum Theoderici et Godefridi” who confirmed the donation the day of his burial, by charter dated to [1169] witnessed by “...Alardus de Malberch...”[253]. The precise family relationship between the confirmant and the donor has not been traced. m as her first husband, IDA, daughter of ---. "Iohannes...ecclesie s. Petri Treuiris decanus et archidiaconus" confirmed that “bone memorie Theodericus cognatus meus de Broch” had donated “censum...pro manso Bovonis” to Kloster Klaustrum, with the consent of “uxoris sue Ide et filiorum suorum Theoderici et Godefridi” who confirmed the donation the day of his burial, by charter dated to [1169][254]. Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation of property at Auenheim made to Kloster Rolandswerth by "domina Uda de Brucha et filii eius Theodericus, Euerwinus, Herimannus et domina Aleidis" by charter dated 1187[255]. She married secondly Rudolf Herr von Malberg. Johann Archbishop of Trier confirmed the donation to Kloster St Thomas an der Kyll of property "in Yrsowe…[et] ius patronatus in ecclesia de Nidenbuch" made by "Rodulfus dominus castri de Malberch…et uxor eius Ida", in the presence of "genero suo Theoderico de Are et filia sua Agnete uxore prefati Th", by charter dated 1204[256]. The co-identity of the wife of Rudolf von Malberg and the mother of Dietrich [II] von Broich is confirmed by the charter dated Jun 1230 under which [her daughter] "Agnes domina de Malberch" pledged "decimam in Ruzporth et Wolkene" to the archbishop of Trier, witnessed by "Theoderico marito meo, Theoderico fratre meo de Bruche…"[257]. Dietrich [I] & his wife had four children:

a) DIETRICH [II] von Broich (-after Jun 1230). "Iohannes...ecclesie s. Petri Treuiris decanus et archidiaconus" confirmed that “bone memorie Theodericus cognatus meus de Broch” had donated “censum...pro manso Bovonis” to Kloster Klaustrum, with the consent of “uxoris sue Ide et filiorum suorum Theoderici et Godefridi” who confirmed the donation the day of his burial, by charter dated to [1169][258]. Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation of property at Auenheim made to Kloster Rolandswerth by "domina Uda de Brucha et filii eius Theodericus, Euerwinus, Herimannus et domina Aleidis" by charter dated 1187[259]. "Rudolfus de Malberc, Didericus de Bruch, Henricus de Dune, Fridericus de Merle, Jacobus de Dune..." witnessed the charter dated to [1191/96] under which Johann Archbishop of Trier mortgaged property to “Wernhero de Bonlanden”[260]. “Nobiles: Johannes de Moncleir, Rodulfus de Malberch, Tirricus de Bruche...” witnessed the charter dated 1200 under which Johann Archbishop of Trier donated “ecclesie de Peirla...cum jus patronatus ecclesie de Oftendinc” to his church[261]. "Agnes domina de Malberch" pledged "decimam in Ruzporth et Wolkene" to the archbishop of Trier by charter dated Jun 1230, witnessed by "Theoderico marito meo, Theoderico fratre meo de Bruche…"[262].

b) GOTTFRIED von Broich (-after [1169]). "Iohannes...ecclesie s. Petri Treuiris decanus et archidiaconus" confirmed that “bone memorie Theodericus cognatus meus de Broch” had donated “censum...pro manso Bovonis” to Kloster Klaustrum, with the consent of “uxoris sue Ide et filiorum suorum Theoderici et Godefridi” who confirmed the donation the day of his burial, by charter dated to [1169][263].

c) EVERWIN von Broich . Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation of property at Auenheim made to Kloster Rolandswerth by "domina Uda de Brucha et filii eius Theodericus, Euerwinus, Herimannus et domina Aleidis" by charter dated 1187[264].

d) HERMANN von Broich . Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation of property at Auenheim made to Kloster Rolandswerth by "domina Uda de Brucha et filii eius Theodericus, Euerwinus, Herimannus et domina Aleidis" by charter dated 1187[265].

1. GEREKIN [Gerhard?] von Broich (-1227). "...Gerekinus de Broke...” witnessed the charter dated 1227 under which Lothar Graf von Hochstaden donated property to Camp abbey[266].

[Three siblings]. Parents not identified. Burkhard [IV], son of Dietrich [III], was named after his paternal grandfather. If the same naming pattern was applied in earlier generations of the Broich family, Burkhard [III] could have been the son of Dietrich [II] who is named above.

1. BURKHARD [III] von Broich (-before 19 Nov 1274). "Dominum Theodericum primogenitum comitis Clivensis, Purchardum de Broke...” are named as fiduciaries in the charter dated 13 Feb 1241 under which Heinrich Graf von Berg reached agreement with Ludolf Bishop of Münster concerning properties[267]. Herr von Broich. "Theodericus comes de Lymburg” donated property “in Vuspich” to Saarn abbey by charter dated May 1251, sealed by “mariti sororis nostre viri nobilis domini B. de Bruke”[268]. "Burchardus dominus de Bruke ---uxor nostra et heredes nostri” sold property “in parrochia Rumerskyrken apud Synzsteden” to the Teutonic Knights at Gürath by charter dated 29 Mar 1261[269]. "Walramo duce de Limburch, Burchardo de Bruche, Gerlaco de Ysenburgh...” witnessed the charter dated 26 Jun 1264 under which “Margareta comitissa et Adolphus natus eius comes de Monte” settled a dispute with “Conradus de Elueruelde...”[270]. Engelbert [II] Archbishop of Köln confirmed a foundation by "Gernando quondam Burgrauio Werdensi et Methilde uxori sue” by charter dated 21 Nov 1271, which provides for payments by “Gernando, uxore sua, Burgardo domino de Bruka”[271]. The inclusion of Burkhard [III] Herr von Broich suggests a family connection with the donors. “Theodericus dominus de Lymburg super Leynam et Johannes eius primogenitus” settled a dispute with Engelbert [II] Archbishop of Köln concerning “castro Ysenbergensi et advocacia Assindensi...necnon pro comitatu et iudicio de Bucheim”, appointing as guarantors “Burgardus dominus de Brucke et Theodericus eius filius, Gerardus dominus de Wildenberg et Henricus eius filius...”, by charter dated 15 May 1272[272]. m (before May 1251) AGNES von Altena, daughter of FRIEDRICH [II] Graf von Altena und Isenberg & his wife Sophie van Limburg (before 1226-after 12 Dec 1282). Her parentage and marriage are confirmed by the charter dated May 1251 under which "Theodericus comes de Lymburg” donated property “in Vuspich” to Saarn abbey, sealed by “mariti sororis nostre viri nobilis domini B. de Bruke”[273]. Her relationship with the Altena/Limburg family is also indicated by the charter dated 1291 under which "Theodericus comes de Lymburg” donated property “apud Styrhem dicta uppen Brinke” to Saarn abbey, after the mediation of [her son] “domino Theoderico nobili de Bruke nostro consanguineo...”[274]. "Theodericus dominus de Bruka” confirmed that Camp abbey owned certain property, with the consent of “domine Agnetis matris nostre...Burchardi, Frederici, Walrami et Adolfi fratrum...et sororum nostrarum...Agnetis, Sophie et Adale”, by charter dated 19 Nov 1274[275]. "Theodericus vir nobilis dominus de Bruyche miles, Agnes mater eius, Walramus, Adolfus fratres eiusdem, Aleidis, Adela, Agnes et Sophia sorores, liberi et heredes dicte Agnetis et eius mariti quondam domini de Bruychge" sold land "Rode...in parrochia Owenheim" to the Teutonic Knights at Köln by charter dated 12 Dec 1282[276]. Burkhard [III] & his wife had nine children:

a) DIETRICH [III] von Broich (-after 21 Sep 1297). “Theodericus dominus de Lymburg super Leynam et Johannes eius primogenitus” settled a dispute with Engelbert [II] Archbishop of Köln concerning “castro Ysenbergensi et advocacia Assindensi...necnon pro comitatu et iudicio de Bucheim”, appointing as guarantors “Burgardus dominus de Brucke et Theodericus eius filius, Gerardus dominus de Wildenberg et Henricus eius filius...”, by charter dated 15 May 1272[277]. Herr von Broich. "Theodericus dominus de Bruka” confirmed that Camp abbey owned certain property, with the consent of “domine Agnetis matris nostre...Burchardi, Frederici, Walrami et Adolfi fratrum...et sororum nostrarum...Agnetis, Sophie et Adale”, by charter dated 19 Nov 1274, sealed by “domini nostri Adolfi comitis de Monte necnon viri nobilis Frederici domini de Ripersceyt”[278]. "Theodericus vir nobilis dominus de Bruyche miles, Agnes mater eius, Walramus, Adolfus fratres eiusdem, Aleidis, Adela, Agnes et Sophia sorores, liberi et heredes dicte Agnetis et eius mariti quondam domini de Bruychge" sold land "Rode...in parrochia Owenheim" to the Teutonic Knights at Köln by charter dated 12 Dec 1282[279]. "Theodericus dominus de Brughe miles" donated "decimas...in parrochia de Rumerskirge" to the Teutonic Knights at Köln, with the consent of “virorum nobilium Adolphi et Walrami clericorum fratrum nostrorum”, by charter dated 9 Apr 1285[280]. "Theodericus comes de Lymburg” donated property “apud Styrhem dicta uppen Brinke” to Saarn abbey, after the mediation of “domino Theoderico nobili de Bruke nostro consanguineo...”, by charter dated 1291[281]. “Theodericus dominus de Volmutsteyne miles...et...Cunegundis uxoris mee...necnon liberorum meorum”, except for “Henrico primogenito meo...in remotis agentis”, exchanged property with Köln St. Gereon, appointing as fiduciaries “Theodericum dominum de Bruke, Adolphum canonicum Coloniensem et Walramum rectorem ecclesie de Molinheyn fratres ipsius domine de Bruke...”, by charter dated 21 Sep 1297[282].

b) BURKHARD von Broich . "Theodericus dominus de Bruka” confirmed that Camp abbey owned certain property, with the consent of “domine Agnetis matris nostre...Burchardi, Frederici, Walrami et Adolfi fratrum...et sororum nostrarum...Agnetis, Sophie et Adale”, by charter dated 19 Nov 1274[283].

c) FRIEDRICH von Broich . "Theodericus dominus de Bruka” confirmed that Camp abbey owned certain property, with the consent of “domine Agnetis matris nostre...Burchardi, Frederici, Walrami et Adolfi fratrum...et sororum nostrarum...Agnetis, Sophie et Adale”, by charter dated 19 Nov 1274[284].

d) WALRAM von Broich (-after 21 Sep 1297). "Theodericus dominus de Bruka” confirmed that Camp abbey owned certain property, with the consent of “domine Agnetis matris nostre...Burchardi, Frederici, Walrami et Adolfi fratrum...et sororum nostrarum...Agnetis, Sophie et Adale”, by charter dated 19 Nov 1274[285]. "Theodericus vir nobilis dominus de Bruyche miles, Agnes mater eius, Walramus, Adolfus fratres eiusdem, Aleidis, Adela, Agnes et Sophia sorores, liberi et heredes dicte Agnetis et eius mariti quondam domini de Bruychge" sold land "Rode...in parrochia Owenheim" to the Teutonic Knights at Köln by charter dated 12 Dec 1282[286]. "Theodericus dominus de Brughe miles" donated "decimas...in parrochia de Rumerskirge" to the Teutonic Knights at Köln, with the consent of “virorum nobilium Adolphi et Walrami clericorum fratrum nostrorum”, by charter dated 9 Apr 1285[287]. “Theodericus dominus de Volmutsteyne miles...et...Cunegundis uxoris mee...necnon liberorum meorum”, except for “Henrico primogenito meo...in remotis agentis”, exchanged property with Köln St. Gereon, appointing as fiduciaries “Theodericum dominum de Bruke, Adolphum canonicum Coloniensem et Walramum rectorem ecclesie de Molinheyn fratres ipsius domine de Bruke...”, by charter dated 21 Sep 1297[288].

e) ADOLF von Broich (-after 21 Sep 1297). "Theodericus dominus de Bruka” confirmed that Camp abbey owned certain property, with the consent of “domine Agnetis matris nostre...Burchardi, Frederici, Walrami et Adolfi fratrum...et sororum nostrarum...Agnetis, Sophie et Adale”, by charter dated 19 Nov 1274[289]. "Theodericus vir nobilis dominus de Bruyche miles, Agnes mater eius, Walramus, Adolfus fratres eiusdem, Aleidis, Adela, Agnes et Sophia sorores, liberi et heredes dicte Agnetis et eius mariti quondam domini de Bruychge" sold land "Rode...in parrochia Owenheim" to the Teutonic Knights at Köln by charter dated 12 Dec 1282[290]. "Theodericus dominus de Brughe miles" donated "decimas...in parrochia de Rumerskirge" to the Teutonic Knights at Köln, with the consent of “virorum nobilium Adolphi et Walrami clericorum fratrum nostrorum”, by charter dated 9 Apr 1285[291]. “Theodericus dominus de Volmutsteyne miles...et...Cunegundis uxoris mee...necnon liberorum meorum”, except for “Henrico primogenito meo...in remotis agentis”, exchanged property with Köln St. Gereon, appointing as fiduciaries “Theodericum dominum de Bruke, Adolphum canonicum Coloniensem et Walramum rectorem ecclesie de Molinheyn fratres ipsius domine de Bruke...”, by charter dated 21 Sep 1297[292].

f) ALEIDIS von Broich . "Theodericus vir nobilis dominus de Bruyche miles, Agnes mater eius, Walramus, Adolfus fratres eiusdem, Aleidis, Adela, Agnes et Sophia sorores, liberi et heredes dicte Agnetis et eius mariti quondam domini de Bruychge" sold land "Rode...in parrochia Owenheim" to the Teutonic Knights at Köln by charter dated 12 Dec 1282[293].

g) AGNES von Broich . "Theodericus dominus de Bruka” confirmed that Camp abbey owned certain property, with the consent of “domine Agnetis matris nostre...Burchardi, Frederici, Walrami et Adolfi fratrum...et sororum nostrarum...Agnetis, Sophie et Adale”, by charter dated 19 Nov 1274[294]. "Theodericus vir nobilis dominus de Bruyche miles, Agnes mater eius, Walramus, Adolfus fratres eiusdem, Aleidis, Adela, Agnes et Sophia sorores, liberi et heredes dicte Agnetis et eius mariti quondam domini de Bruychge" sold land "Rode...in parrochia Owenheim" to the Teutonic Knights at Köln by charter dated 12 Dec 1282[295].

h) SOPHIE von Broich . "Theodericus dominus de Bruka” confirmed that Camp abbey owned certain property, with the consent of “domine Agnetis matris nostre...Burchardi, Frederici, Walrami et Adolfi fratrum...et sororum nostrarum...Agnetis, Sophie et Adale”, by charter dated 19 Nov 1274[296]. "Theodericus vir nobilis dominus de Bruyche miles, Agnes mater eius, Walramus, Adolfus fratres eiusdem, Aleidis, Adela, Agnes et Sophia sorores, liberi et heredes dicte Agnetis et eius mariti quondam domini de Bruychge" sold land "Rode...in parrochia Owenheim" to the Teutonic Knights at Köln by charter dated 12 Dec 1282[297].

i) ADELA von Broich . "Theodericus dominus de Bruka” confirmed that Camp abbey owned certain property, with the consent of “domine Agnetis matris nostre...Burchardi, Frederici, Walrami et Adolfi fratrum...et sororum nostrarum...Agnetis, Sophie et Adale”, by charter dated 19 Nov 1274[298]. "Theodericus vir nobilis dominus de Bruyche miles, Agnes mater eius, Walramus, Adolfus fratres eiusdem, Aleidis, Adela, Agnes et Sophia sorores, liberi et heredes dicte Agnetis et eius mariti quondam domini de Bruychge" sold land "Rode...in parrochia Owenheim" to the Teutonic Knights at Köln by charter dated 12 Dec 1282[299].

2. [FRIEDRICH von Broich (-after 31 Aug 1271). "...Friderico de Bruke...” witnessed the charter dated 31 Aug 1271 under which “Gernandus burchgravius Werdensis et Mechtildis uxor nostra” donated property to Engelbert [II] Archbishop of Köln[300]. No document has been identified which confirms Friedrich’s relationship to the Broich family. The chronology is consistent with his having been the brother of Burkhard [III] Herr von Broich.]

3. [MECHTILD (-after 21 Nov 1271). “Gernandus burchgravius Werdensis et Mechtildis uxor nostra” donated property to Engelbert [II] Archbishop of Köln by charter dated 31 Aug 1271[301]. Engelbert [II] Archbishop of Köln confirmed a foundation by "Gernando quondam Burgrauio Werdensi et Methilde uxori sue” by charter dated 21 Nov 1271, which provides for payments by “Gernando, uxore sua, Burgardo domino de Bruka”[302]. The inclusion of Burkhard [III] Herr von Broich suggests a family connection with the donors. According to Europäische Stammtafeln, Mechtild was the sister of Burkhard [III][303]. No primary source has been identified which confirms that this is correct. m GERNAND Burggraf von Werden [Kaiserswerth], son of --- (-after 21 Nov 1271).]

1. REINHARD von Broich (-after 16 Dec 1263). Herr von Broich. "...Her Renart van Bruche...” is named among the fiduciaries in the charter dated 16 Dec 1263 under which the bishops of Liège and Munster and the counts of Gelre and Jülich settled disputes[304].

1. --- von Broich . According to Europäische Stammtafeln, Dietrich [III] Herr von Broich was the father of Burkhard [IV][305]. No primary source has been identified which confirms that this is correct. m [--- von Mörs, daughter of DIETRICH [II] Herr von Mörs & his wife ---. Her parentage and marriage are indicated by the charter dated 20 Nov 1321 under which [her son, Burkhard [IV] Herr von Broich] "Burghardus vir nobilis dominus de Bruke" donated “censum...apud Lurike” to Meer abbey, witnessed by “Theoderico comite de Morse avunculo nostro...”[306]. Another possibility is that the relationship between Dietrich [II] von Mörs and the Broich family was through the mother of Dietrich [III] Herr von Broich, as her sister married Dietrich [I] Graf von Mörs. Burkhard [IV] von Broich would therefore have been first cousin once removed of Dietrich [II] von Mörs, a relationship which could have been indicated by the term “avunculus” in the 20 Nov 1321 charter. That possibility appears more likely to be correct considering the difficulty in obtaining Papal dispensation for marriages between first cousins.] --- & his wife had one child:

a) BURKHARD [IV] von Broich . Herr von Broich. "Burghardus vir nobilis dominus de Bruke" donated “censum...apud Lurike” to Meer abbey by charter dated 20 Nov 1321, witnessed by “Theoderico comite de Morse avunculo nostro...”[307].

Chapter 3. GRAFEN und HERREN in der EIFEL

This chapter sets out the nobility in the area south-west of the city of Köln which was previously divided into the Bonngau, Eifelgau and Zülpichgau, three of the five so-called “Ripuarian” (“provincia Ripuariorum”) counties situated in the southern part of the region loosely termed Lower Rhine whose counts between the mid-10th and early 12th centuries are shown in LOWER LOTHARINGIA NOBILITY. As the duchy of Lower Lotharingia started to disintegrate, the archbishops of Köln extended their area of influence into these three gau. In the early 12th century, the counties of Ahr and Hochstaden developed as the most important centres of political power in the area.

A. GRAFEN von AHR, GRAFEN von NEUENAHR

Two brothers, parents not known. The charter dated 19 May 992 quoted below indicates that they held rights in the future county of Ahr.

1. SIGEBODO (-after 19 May 992). Otto III King of Germany granted hunting rights in a forest on the right bank of the river Ahr in the county of Bonn (with the exception of "Cuonradi ducis prædio") to "Sigebodoni et fratri eius Richuuino", on the intervention of "Herimanni palatini comiti", by charter dated 19 May 992[308]. m ---. The name of Sigebodo's wife is not known. Sigebodo & his wife had [one possible child]:

a) [daughter . The name and origin of Louis [I]'s wife is not known. However, it is possible that she was the daughter of Sigebodo, which would account for the transmission of both the names Sigebodo and Richwin into Louis's family. m LOUIS [I], son of [THIERRY & his wife Sconhilde [Hildegarde] ---] ([950/70]-after 1019).]

2. RICHWIN (-after 19 May 992). Otto III King of Germany granted hunting rights in a forest on the right bank of the river Ahr (with the exception of "Cuonradi ducis prædio") to "Sigebodoni et fratri eius Richuuino", on the intervention of "Herimanni palatini comiti", by charter dated 19 May 992[309].

A charter dated 1121 records that Kloster Steinfeld was built by the ancestors of Dietrich [I] but his parentage has not been ascertained.

1. DIETRICH [I] (-[1 Aug 1126/1132]). Graf von Ahr. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln donated "decimationem" in ten named places to “novo monasterio...in Eifla” by charter dated 1105, witnessed by “Theodericus comes de Ara ipsius loci advocatus, Adalbertus de Saphanberch, Herimannus de Mereheim, Gerehardus de Hostatha...”[310]. Poppo Abbot of Prüm confirmed the rights of "monasterium in Eifla" by charter dated 1112, witnessed by “comes Tedericus de Arhe...Gerardus de Blankenhem...”[311]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln donated property to Bonn St Cassius by charter dated 1112 witnessed by "Sigefrido palatino comite, Reginboldo de Isenborch, Teoderico de Are…"[312]. "Liberi: Tiedrich comes de Ara, Gerart de Guileche, Gerart de Blanchinheim, Gerard de Hohstade, Adolf comes de Saphinberk, Adolf de Berge, Engelbreit de Kente..." witnessed the charter dated 1115 under which Friedrich Archbishop of Köln confirmed revenue and tolls to Münstereisel[313]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed donations to Kloster Dunwald and shared the Vogteischaft with "comitis Adolphi" by charter dated 1118 witnessed by "Adolfus comes de Monte et frater eius Euerhardus, Gerardus comes de Wassenberg […et filius eius Gerardus], Theodericus comes de Thonburch, Theodericus comes de Ara, domnus Goswinus de Hennesberg et frater eius Gerardus…Gerardus de Wyckerode…"[314]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed Kloster Steinfeld "in pago Eifla" founded by "comite Theoderico de Ara…in comitatu ipsius a progenitoribus eius constructum" by charter dated 1121, witnessed by "Henricus comes, Otto comes, Hermannus comes, Walrauen comes, Gerardus comes…Arnoldus comes…"[315]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln founded a church "in castro meo episcopali…Zulpiacum" by charter dated 1124 witnessed by "Paganus comes, Theodericus comes de Ara, Herimannus de Hengebach, Theodericus et frater eius Adelgerus de Gladebach…"[316]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln donated Kloster Rolandswerth on an island in the river Rhine to Kloster Siegburg by charter dated 1 Aug 1126 witnessed by "Tiedericus comes de Are, Adolfus comes de Berge, Adolfus comes de Safenberg, Arnoldus comes de Cleue, Cunradus comes de Bunna, Gerardus comes de Iuleche et filius eius Gerardus, Gerardus comes de Hostade…"[317].

1. LOTHAR [I] (-after 1140). Graf von Ahr. Bruno [II] Archbishop of Köln settled the dispute between Bonn St Cassius and Kloster Siegburg concerning the churches of Hennes and Ober-Pleis by charter dated 1132 witnessed by "Alverada de Cuck cum suis liberis" by charter dated 2 May 1131 witnessed by "…Adolfus comes de Monte, Adolfus comes de Saffenberg, Lutherus comes de Are, Gerhardus comes de Iuliaco, Gerhardus de Hostade, Gozwinus comes de Ualkenburg, Cunradus comes de Bunne, Gerhardus de Mulenarke, Gerlach et fratres eius Adelgerus et Theodericus de Gladebach, Herimannus de Rudenberg…"[318]. Arnold [I] Archbishop of Köln donated revenue to Kloster Brauweiler by charter dated 1138 witnessed by "…Adolfus comes de Sauenberch, Lutherus comes de Ara, Cunradus comes Ueronensis, Gozwinus de Falkenburch. De liberis hominibus: Godefridus de Iuliaco, Theodericus de Hengebach…"[319]. m HILDEGUNDE, daughter of --- Graf von Meer & his wife Hedwig --- (-after 1183). "Teodericus Marensium prediorum ac beneficiorum...possessor...cum matre mea...Hildegunde" recovered “cappellule b. Laurentii...in castro meo...Mere” from “Herimannum...et duas sorores eius de...vico Westualie...Lipren” by charter dated 1164[320]. Reinald Archbishop of Köln issued a charter dated 22 Feb 1166 relating to the division of their inheritance between "domna Elisabeth de Randenrothe…[et] sororem eius comitissam de Mere domnam…Hildegundem", with the consent of "filiorum ac filiarum domne Elisabeth", witnessed by "Willelmus comes Iuliacensis et frater eius Gerardus, Albertus comes de Noruenich, Euerardus comes de Seina, Gozwinus senior de Heimesberg et filius eius Godefridus, Theodericus de Milendunc et Herimannus de Dicke, Gerardus de Sneide, et filius Walteri de Hengebag iunior, Reinardus de Stalburg…Reinerus de Cronberg, Gerardus de Randenrode et frater eius Willelmus…Ludolfus de Dassela…Cristianus de Wivelenchouen…Arnoldus de Mere, Giselbertus de Berge, Teodericus de Battenburg"[321]. Reinald Archbishop of Köln confirmed the foundation of a monastery at "castrum suum Mere" by "matrona Hildegundis cometissa de Are…filii sui Herimanni quem tunc unicum habebat", for the soul of "filii sui Theoderici quondam comitis Arensis", by charter dated 22 Feb 1166, witnessed by "Herimannus comes de Saffenberg maioris ecclesie advocatus, Adolfus frater eius, Heinricus de Arberg vicecomes, Henricus comes de Gelren, Willehelmus comes Iuliacensis, Ulricus comes Arensis, Teodericus comes de Honstaden, Eurardus comes de Seina, Engilbertus comes de Berge, Heinricus comes de Cuich, Gozwinus comes de Heimesberg, Gerardus de Mulisfurt, Cunradus de Linepo, Heremannus de Hengebach, Teodericus et Florentinus de Kempenich, Herimannus de Dichem…"[322]. "Domna Hadewigis cometissa de Mere…et filia eius Hildegundis cometissa" donated serfs "de Walescheith" to the church at Meer by charter dated to [1166][323]. "Hildegundis comitissa" confirmed a relinquishment of property rights in favour of the church of Meer by charter dated to [1176], witnessed by "ecclesie nostre fratres…Heremannus filius meus…"[324]. Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed purchase of property by "domna Hildegundis…fundatrix cenobii…in Mere" by charter dated 1183 witnessed by "Theodericus comes de Hostade et frater eius Otto de Wikkerode…"[325]. Lothar & his wife had two children:

a) DIETRICH [II] (-[16 Apr/22 May] 1158). “Theodericus filius Liutheri comitis de Are” established rights by charter dated 1154[326]. Graf von Ahr. "Teodericus Marensium prediorum ac beneficiorum...possessor...cum matre mea...Hildegunde" recovered “cappellule b. Laurentii...in castro meo...Mere” from “Herimannum...et duas sorores eius de...vico Westualie...Lipren” by charter dated 1164[327]. Reinald Archbishop of Köln confirmed the foundation of a monastery at "castrum suum Mere" by "matrona Hildegundis cometissa de Are…filii sui Herimanni quem tunc unicum habebat", for the soul of "filii sui Theoderici quondam comitis Arensis", by charter dated 22 Feb 1166[328].

b) HERMANN (-after 1196). “Theodericus filius Liutheri comitis de Are” established rights by charter dated 1154[329]. Graf von Ahr. Reinald Archbishop of Köln confirmed the foundation of a monastery at "castrum suum Mere" by "matrona Hildegundis cometissa de Are…filii sui Herimanni quem tunc unicum habebat", for the soul of "filii sui Theoderici quondam comitis Arensis", by charter dated 22 Feb 1166[330]. Canon at Meer. "Hildegundis comitissa" confirmed a relinquishment of property rights in favour of the church of Meer by charter dated to [1176], witnessed by "ecclesie nostre fratres…Heremannus filius meus…"[331]. Abbot of Cappenberg: "Herimannus...abbas in Cappinberg" granted rights at the church at Meer “a matre mea constructe” to named individuals “homines...de Kaldenhusin” by charter dated 1196[332].

Three brothers, whose family relationship (if any) with the earlier Grafen von Ahr has not been ascertained.

1. ULRICH (-[6 Apr/30 May] 1197). Graf von Ahr. Arnold [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the sale of property "in villa Dorewilere" to the archbishopric made by "Gozewini de Randenrode" to finance his crusade by charter dated 1147 witnessed by "…Udelrico de Are et fratre eius Ottone…"[333]. Reinhold Archbishop of Köln confirmed rights of the Ahr family, naming “Gerardum...Bunnensem prepositum et comitem Ulricum fratrem suum et filium fratris sui Theodericum de Honstade”, by charter dated 1167[334]. Graf von Nürberg. Philipp Archbishop of Köln donated property "in Helethen, alteram in Elueruelde comiti Ingelberto de Monte" by charter dated 1176, witnessed by "Albertus comes de Mulbach, Willelmus senior comes de Iuliaco, Willelmus filius eius, Ulricus comes de Nurberg et Gerardus filius eius, Henricus comes de Saphuenberg, Theodericus de Hostahen, Henricus comes de Arnesberg…"[335]. "…Brunone preposito s. Marie in Colonia eiusque fratre Euerhardo comite de Seyne, Theoderico comite de Widhe et filio eius Theoderico clerico, Reginhere comite de Froisbrecht, Ulrico comite de Nurberg et eius filio Gerhardo comite de Are, Gerhardo comite de Dietsa, Bertholdo comite de Kazinelelnboge, Ludeuico comite de Spanheim, Simone comite de Sarebrucke, Henrico comite de Kessele…" witnessed the charter dated 1189 under which Philipp Archbishop of Köln granted "castrum Stakelecke et advocatiam in Bacherache" to "palatini comitis Cuonradi…et eius iugali domine Irmentrudi eiusque filie Agneti"[336]. m ---. The name of Ulrich’s wife is not known. Ulrich & his wife had three children:

a) GERHARD (-after 25 May 1216). Robert Abbot of Gladbach freed Kloster Buchholz from its Vogt by charter dated 1163 witnessed by "Gerardus filius comitis de Are, Theod. de Kempenich, Cristianus de Wiuellenchoven…"[337]. Philipp Archbishop of Köln donated property "in Helethen, alteram in Elueruelde comiti Ingelberto de Monte" by charter dated 1176, witnessed by "Albertus comes de Mulbach, Willelmus senior comes de Iuliaco, Willelmus filius eius, Ulricus comes de Nurberg et Gerardus filius eius, Henricus comes de Saphuenberg, Theodericus de Hostahen, Henricus comes de Arnesberg…"[338]. Graf von Ahr. "…Brunone preposito s. Marie in Colonia eiusque fratre Euerhardo comite de Seyne, Theoderico comite de Widhe et filio eius Theoderico clerico, Reginhere comite de Froisbrecht, Ulrico comite de Nurberg et eius filio Gerhardo comite de Are, Gerhardo comite de Dietsa, Bertholdo comite de Kazinelelnboge, Ludeuico comite de Spanheim, Simone comite de Sarebrucke, Henrico comite de Kessele…" witnessed the charter dated 1189 under which Philipp Archbishop of Köln granted "castrum Stakelecke et advocatiam in Bacherache" to "palatini comitis Cuonradi…et eius iugali domine Irmentrudi eiusque filie Agneti"[339]. Philipp Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster Kaiserswerth by charter dated 5 Aug 1190 witnessed by "Thidericus comes de Hostaden, Otto de Wiggerodthe frater eius, Gerhardus comes de Are, Fridericus comes de Altina, Conradus de Dicke, Reterus frater eius, Hermannus de Else…"[340]. Graf von Nürburg: Adolf [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation of revenue from Eggenrath and property at Venrath to Kloster Knechtsteden made by "Otto de Wickerode", for the anniversary of "filie sue…Ude" and with the consent of "uxoris sue et filiorum", noting that "Otto filius Ottonis" held "advocatiam", by charter dated 30 May 1197 witnessed by "…Gerardus comes de Nurberg, Lutharius comes de Are…"[341]. “Comes Gerardus de Are et de Nurberg et Lotharius comes de Hostade” renewed the privileges of Ahr, after the death "sine prole Theoderico comite de Are iuniore, filio Lotharii" and the inheritance of the castle of Ahr by "comitem Ulricum de Nurberg et…comitem Theodericum de Hostade", by charter dated 1202[342]. "Gerardus comes de Are…cum coniuge mea Antigona, filiis meis Theodorico et Ottone" freed Himmerode convent from servitudes by charter dated 1213[343]. "Gerardus comes de Are" confirmed the donations to the church of Adenau made by "pater meus pie recordationis Ulricus" by charter dated 25 May 1216[344]. m ANTIGONE, daughter of --- (-after 1213). "Gerardus comes de Are…cum coniuge mea Antigona, filiis meis Theodorico et Ottone" freed Himmerode convent from servitudes by charter dated 1213[345]. Gerhard & his wife had three children:

i) DIETRICH (-after 1239). Johann Archbishop of Trier confirmed the donation to Kloster St Thomas an der Kyll of property "in Yrsowe…[et] ius patronatus in ecclesia de Nidenbuch" made by "Rodulfus dominus castri de Malberch…et uxor eius Ida", in the presence of "genero suo Theoderico de Are et filia sua Agnete uxore prefati Th", by charter dated 1204[346]. Johann Archbishop of Trier confirmed that "Simon de Ettering vir nobilis" renounced “ecclesiam de Lonniche”, held from “domina Agnes de Malberch” and with her consent, by charter dated 1209, witnessed by “...Henricus et Euerhardus fratres de Malberch, Theodericus predicte Agnetis maritus”[347]. "Gerardus comes de Are…cum coniuge mea Antigona, filiis meis Theodorico et Ottone" freed Himmerode convent from servitudes by charter dated 1213[348]. Herr von Malberg. "Theodericus de Malbergh" renounced "advocatiam" of Kloster Laach, held by "pater meus comes Gerhardus de Are", by charter dated 1213[349]. Dietrich Archbishop of Trier recorded the details of the dispute with "comitem Gerhardum de Are" relating to the advocatius of Kloster Laach, renounced by "Theodericus de Malbergh […et Joannes frater suus] filius predicti comitis Gerardi", by charter dated 1213[350]. “...Tiric de Malberch” witnessed the contract of marriage dated 1214 between "Waleranus filius Henrici ducis de Lemborch et marchio Arlnensis" and "dominæ Ermesindæ, comitissæ Luceleburq et Rupis"[351]. Theodericus Archbishop of Trier granted "advocatia in Barwilre" to "tres filios…Gerardi quondam comitis de Nurberch: Theodericum, Ottonem et Johannem" by charter dated Dec 1222[352]. "Theodericus et Agnes domini de Mailberch" donated property "ad me Agnetem…ex paterna hereditate…Nydenburch et Wych" to Kloster St Thomas by charter dated 1224[353]. "Theodericus miles dominus de Maleberch…Agnete uxoris mee" donated "ius patronatus ecclesie de Grimolderoth" to Kloster St Martinsberg, Trier by charter dated 1 Nov 1235[354]. "Theodericus et Agnes de Malberch" renounced claims to property of Himmerode abbey by charter dated 1239[355]. m (before 1204) AGNES von Malberg, daughter of RUDOLF Herr von Malberg & his wife Ida --- (-after 1239). Johann Archbishop of Trier confirmed the donation to Kloster St Thomas an der Kyll of property "in Yrsowe…[et] ius patronatus in ecclesia de Nidenbuch" made by "Rodulfus dominus castri de Malberch…et uxor eius Ida", in the presence of "genero suo Theoderico de Are et filia sua Agnete uxore prefati Th", by charter dated 1204[356]. "Theodericus et Agnes domini de Mailberch" donated property "ad me Agnetem…ex paterna hereditate…Nydenburch et Wych" to Kloster St Thomas by charter dated 1224[357]. "Agnes domina de Malberch" pledged "decimam in Ruzporth et Wolkene" to the archbishop of Trier by charter dated Jun 1230, witnessed by "Theoderico marito meo, Theoderico fratre meo de Bruche…"[358]. "Agnes domina de Malberch" pledged property in Ehlenz, Stedem and Hinkel, with the consent of "Theoderici mariti mei", by charter dated Nov 1233[359]. "Theodericus et Agnes de Malberch" renounced claims to property of Himmerode abbey by charter dated 1239[360].

ii) OTTO (-after 1231). "Gerardus comes de Are…cum coniuge mea Antigona, filiis meis Theodorico et Ottone" freed Himmerode convent from servitudes by charter dated 1213[361]. Theodericus Archbishop of Trier granted "advocatia in Barwilre" to "tres filios…Gerardi quondam comitis de Nurberch: Theodericum, Ottonem et Johannem" by charter dated Dec 1222[362]. Heinrich Archbishop of Köln confirmed freedoms granted to Abtei Himmelrode by "Gerardus comes de Are uxore sua Antigona et filiis Theoderico et Ottone" and the later confirmation of the grant made by "prenominatus filius suus Otto de Nuenare", with the consent of "filii sui Gerardi" by charter dated 1231[363]. "Otto de Neuenahre" donated property to Himmerode convent, recalling the previous charter, by charter dated 1231[364]. m ---. The name of Otto’s wife is not known. Otto & his wife had two children:

(a) GERHARD (-before 22 Nov 1276). Heinrich Archbishop of Köln confirmed freedoms granted to Abtei Himmelrode by "Gerardus comes de Are uxore sua Antigona et filiis Theoderico et Ottone" and the later confirmation of the grant made by "prenominatus filius suus Otto de Nuenare", with the consent of "filii sui Gerardi" by charter dated 1231[365]. Graf von Neuenahr.

- GRAFEN von NEUENAHR.

(b) LUDWIG . Herr von Nurberg. “Ludewicus germanus quondam…Gerardi comitis de Nuenare” requested Sifrid Archbishop of Köln to release him from captivity at Schloss Wolkenburg and return Schloss Nurberg to him, by charter dated 22 Nov 1276[366].

iii) JOHANN (-after 11 Nov 1252). Dietrich Archbishop of Trier recorded the details of the dispute with "comitem Gerhardum de Are" relating to the advocatius of Kloster Laach, renounced by "Theodericus de Malbergh […et Joannes frater suus] filius predicti comitis Gerardi", by charter dated 1213[367]. Theodericus Archbishop of Trier granted "advocatia in Barwilre" to "tres filios…Gerardi quondam comitis de Nurberch: Theodericum, Ottonem et Johannem" by charter dated Dec 1222[368]. "Gerardus comes in Nuinare" confirmed "Gerardus Burgravius in Lanzcrone sororius noster" in "villas nostras Dune…et Gymnich" by charter dated 11 Nov 1252, witnessed by "avunculus noster dominus Joannes vir nobilis de Nurberg…Tilemannus filius noster…"[369].

b) DIETRICH (-5 Dec 1212). Bishop of Utrecht 1198.

c) HEILWIG von Ahr (-[1196]). The Gesta Episcopum Traiectensium refers to the mother of "Otto secundus maior Traiectensis prepositus, frater Hermanni de Lippia" as "sororis episcopi Theoderici"[370]. "Bernardus de Lippia" donated property to Köln St Peter by undated charter, which names "Herimanni filii mei…uxore mea Helewige"[371]. m BERNHARD [II] zur Lippe, son of HERMANN [I] zur Lippe & his wife --- (-Mesothen 30 Apr 1224, bur Dünamünde).

2. OTTO (-before 1162). Arnold [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the sale of property "in villa Dorewilere" to the archbishopric made by "Gozewini de Randenrode" to finance his crusade by charter dated 1147 witnessed by "…Udelrico de Are et fratre eius Ottone…"[372]. Graf von Ahr. m ADELHEID von Hochstaden, daughter of GERHARD [II] Graf von Hochstaden & his wife ---. The primary source which confirms her name has not yet been identified. Otto & his wife had three children:

a) DIETRICH (-[1194/22 Jan 1197]). Reinhold Archbishop of Köln confirmed rights of the Ahr family, naming “Gerardum...Bunnensem prepositum et comitem Ulricum fratrem suum et filium fratris sui Theodericum de Honstade”, by charter dated 1167[373]. Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed purchase of property by "domna Hildegundis…fundatrix cenobii…in Mere" by charter dated 1183 witnessed by "Theodericus comes de Hostade et frater eius Otto de Wikkerode…"[374]. Graf von Hochstaden. "Theodoricus comes Hostaden, Otto frater eius" witnessed a charter of Philipp Archbishop of Köln dated 1173[375]. Philipp Archbishop of Köln donated property "in Helethen, alteram in Elueruelde comiti Ingelberto de Monte" by charter dated 1176, witnessed by "Albertus comes de Mulbach, Willelmus senior comes de Iuliaco, Willelmus filius eius, Ulricus comes de Nurberg et Gerardus filius eius, Henricus comes de Saphuenberg, Theodericus de Hostahen, Henricus comes de Arnesberg…"[376]. Philipp Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster Kaiserswerth by charter dated 5 Aug 1190 witnessed by "Thidericus comes de Hostaden, Otto de Wiggerodthe frater eius, Gerhardus comes de Are, Fridericus comes de Altina, Conradus de Dicke, Reterus frater eius, Hermannus de Else…"[377]. “Theodericus comes de Hostadin” donated property to Steinfeld abbey by charter dated 1194[378]. “Comes Gerardus de Are et de Nurberg et Lotharius comes de Hostade” renewed the privileges of Ahr, after the death "sine prole Theoderico comite de Are iuniore, filio Lotharii" and the inheritance of the castle of Ahr by "comitem Ulricum de Nurberg et…comitem Theodericum de Hostade", by charter dated 1202[379]. m LUITGARD von Dagsburg, daughter of HUGO [XII] Graf von Dagsburg & his wife Lutgardis von Sulzbach (-after [1194/97]). Jacques de Hemricourt records that “[li] conte de Hoghstroite en a haute Almaingne” married “sereur alle conte Albier de Mohaut, quy assy estoit contes Daborghes en la haute Allemaingne”, who was heiress of “la terre de Haneffe en Hainsbainge”, adding that she retired to Haneffe after her husband died where she arranged the marriage of her daughter[380]. The primary source which confirms her name has not yet been identified. Dietrich & his wife had two children:

i) LOTHAR [I] von Ahr (-1215). The primary source which confirms his parentage has not yet been identified.

- GRAFEN von HOCHSTADEN.

ii) --- von Hochstaden . Jacques de Hemricourt records that “Eustache” married “la filhe de conte de Hoghstroite en a haute Almaingne...sires de Dolhehen” and his wife, heiress of “Noef-Casteal enla terre de Dolhehen [Dale] et de Haneffe”, the marriage having been arranged by the bride’s widow during her widowhood which she passed at Haneffe[381]. m (after [1194/97]) EUSTACHE de Warfusée, son of [OTTON & his wife ---]. Seigneur de Neufchâteau et de Haneffe, de iure uxoris.

b) OTTO (-after 1208). "Theodoricus comes Hostaden, Otto frater eius" witnessed a charter of Philipp Archbishop of Köln dated 1173[382]. Herr von Wickrath. Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed donations to Kloster Camp by charter dated 1181 witnessed by "Comes Ingelbertus, Otto de Wicrode, Comes Ulricus de Norberch, filius eius Gerardus…"[383].

- HERREN von WICKRATH.

c) LOTHAR . A continuator of Sigebert records in 1193 that "Henricus dux Lovaniensis et Henricus patruus eius, dux Ardennensis" rebelled against "comitem de Ostada et Lotharium fratrem eius" who Emperor Heinrich VI had installed as bishop of Liège, after "Autberti episcopi" was killed, but that Pope Celestine III deprived "Lotharius Leodicensis intrusus" of the bishopric[384].

3. GERHARD (-after 1167). Provost of Bonn. Reinhold Archbishop of Köln confirmed rights of the Ahr family, naming “Gerardum...Bunnensem prepositum et comitem Ulricum fratrem suum et filium fratris sui Theodericum de Honstade”, by charter dated 1167[385].

GERHARD von Neuenahr, son of OTTO Graf von Neuenahr & his wife --- (-before 22 Nov 1276). Heinrich Archbishop of Köln confirmed freedoms granted to Abtei Himmelrode by "Gerardus comes de Are uxore sua Antigona et filiis Theoderico et Ottone" and the later confirmation of the grant made by "prenominatus filius suus Otto de Nuenare", with the consent of "filii sui Gerardi" by charter dated 1231[386]. Graf von Neuenahr. Theoderich Archbishop of Trier confirmed that "Gerhardus filius comitis Ottonis de Neuenare" confirmed rights granted to Himmelrode, in opposition to "Theoderici de Maillburgh patrui sui", by charter dated 1231[387]. "Gerardus comes in Nuinare" confirmed "Gerardus Burgravius in Lanzcrone sororius noster" in "villas nostras Dune…et Gymnich" by charter dated 11 Nov 1252, witnessed by "avunculus noster dominus Joannes vir nobilis de Nurberg…Tilemannus filius noster…"[388]. He is named deceased in his brother’s 22 Nov 1276 charter.

m ELISABETH von Sayn, daughter of JOHANN [I] von Sponheim Herr zu Sayn und Starkenburg & his wife --- (-after 1265). Her parentage and marriage are confirmed by the charter dated 1264 under which [her father] "Johannes comes de Spaynheym" sold property at Unkel and Breitbach to the archbishopric of Köln, with the consent of "Godefridi comitis Senensis et Heinrici filiorum nostrorum…G[erardum]. comes de Nuwenare et Elyzabet uxor eius filia nostra, Marcwardus comes de Solmze et Agnes uxor eius filia nostra"[389].

Gerhard & his wife had children:

1. DIETRICH von Neuenahr (-before 15 Jun 1276). Fahne shows his parentage[390]. Graf von Neuenahr. He is named as deceased in his widow’s 15 Jun 1276 charter cited below. m HEDWIG, daughter of --- (-after 15 Jun 1276). “Hadwig die Witwe und Wilhelm, Johann, Ludwig und Sophia die Kinder des verstorbenen Grafen Dietrich von Nuenare” mortgaged “die Grafschaft Nuenare”, waiting for the archbishop of Köln’s decision on splitting the territory, by charter dated 15 Jun 1276[391]. Dietrich & his wife had children:

a) WILHELM [I] von Neuenahr (-[before 1328], [maybe 23 Jul ----]). “Hadwig die Witwe und Wilhelm, Johann, Ludwig und Sophia die Kinder des verstorbenen Grafen Dietrich von Nuenare” mortgaged “die Grafschaft Nuenare”, waiting for the archbishop of Köln’s decision on splitting the territory, by charter dated 15 Jun 1276[392]. Graf von Neuenahr. “Graf Wilhelm I von Nuenare” swore allegiance to the archbishop of Köln by charter dated 22 Aug 1280[393]. “Wilhelm I Graf von Nuenayre und Johann Herr von Saffenberg” exchanged property with Marienstatt by charter dated 5 Apr 1311[394]. Fahne records him as “Graf von Neuenar, 1321-1327”[395]. “Graf Wilhelm I von Nuwenare und seine Söhne und Erben Ritter Wilhelm und Kraft Domherr zu Köln” confirmed a donation to Köln St Gereon by charter dated 11 Jun 1322[396]. It is assumed that Wilhelm [I] died before the 1328 (after 7 May) charter cited below which likely names his son. [The necrology of Burtscheid records the death “X Kal Aug” of “dns. Wilhelmus comes de Nuwenar” and his donation[397], which Frick says could refer to either Wilhelm [I] or Wilhelm [II][398].] m ---. The primary source which confirms the name of Wilhelm’s wife has not been identified. Wilhelm [I] & his wife had two children:

i) WILHELM [II] von Neuenahr (-[7 Mar 1329/26 Mar 1336], [maybe 23 Jul ----]). “Graf Wilhelm I von Nuwenare und seine Söhne und Erben Ritter Wilhelm und Kraft Domherr zu Köln” confirmed a donation to Köln St Gereon by charter dated 11 Jun 1322[399]. Graf von Neuenahr. “Graf Wilhelm von Neuenahr und die Herren Johann von Neuenahr und Johann sein Sohn...” acted as guarantors in a dispute between the archbishop of Köln and the city of Köln by charter dated 1328, after 7 May[400]. The absence of Wilhelm’s son from this document, in contrast to the 11 Jun 1322 charter, suggests that it refers to Wilhelm [II]. “Guillaume comte de Nuwenare et Pontzesetta sa femme” declared having sold revenue from “le village de Wadenheim” to “Railman de Syntzige, chevalier” by charter dated 7 Mar 1329[401]. It is likely that Wilhelm died before 26 Mar 1336, the date of the charter cited below under his wife. [The necrology of Burtscheid records the death “X Kal Aug” of “dns. Wilhelmus comes de Nuwenar” and his donation[402], which Frick says could refer to either Wilhelm [I] or Wilhelm [II][403].] m PONZETTA, daughter of --- (-after 13 Sep 1337). “Guillaume comte de Nuwenare et Pontzesetta sa femme” declared having sold revenue from “le village de Wadenheim” to “Railman de Syntzige, chevalier” by charter dated 7 Mar 1329[404]. A charter dated 26 Mar 1336 records a sale of property “im Kirchspiel Fritzdorf unter der Hoheit ihrer Herrin Gräfin von Nuenare”, sealed by “Frau Gräfin Bonizetta von Neunar”[405]. “Die Gräfin Bonizetta von Nuwenare” issued a charter dated 13 Sep 1337[406]. Wilhelm [II] & his wife had one child:

(1) WILHELM [III] von Neuenahr (-[Nov 1352/11 Feb 1353]). Fahne shows his parentage, recording him as “Graf von Neuenar 1343-48”[407]. Wilhelm [V] Markgraf von Jülich confirmed that “Wilheme Greve van Nuwenar” had granted property to “syne...Hussfrauwe fr Johanne van Elzeloe, Grevinne zu Nuwenar” by charter dated 25 Jul 1348[408]. He died before 11 Feb 1353, the date of the charter cited below under his wife. Frick says that Wilhelm [III] died “zwischen November und Januar”[409]. m (before 25 Jul 1348) JOHANNA van Elsloo, daughter of OYST [III] van Borne Heer van Elsloo & his wife Katharina von Wildenberg (-after 1362). Fahne records her family origin and marriage, noting that she was still living in 1362 (no sources cited)[410]. The chronology suggests that Johanna would have been the daughter of Oyst [III]. Wilhelm [V] Markgraf von Jülich confirmed that “Wilheme Greve van Nuwenar” had granted property to “syne...Hussfrauwe fr Johanne van Elzeloe, Grevinne zu Nuwenar” by charter dated 25 Jul 1348[411]. Kraft Herr von Neuenahr appointed “Gerlach Herr ziu Isenburg, Johann Herr zu Saffenberg, Heinrich von Sinzing Herr zu Arental und Gerhard Herr zu Landskrone” to grant dower to “Johanna von Elsloo Gräfin von Nuenare Gattin seines verstorbenen Neffe Grafen Wilhelm III von Nuenare” by charter dated 11 Feb 1353[412]. The document which names her in 1362 has not been identified. Wilhelm [III] & his wife had one child:

(a) KATHARINA von Neuenahr (-after 8 Dec 1393). “Graf Krafto von Nuwenare [her uncle] und Johann Herr zu Saffenberg” agreed, with the consent of the archbishop of Köln, a marriage between “Johanns ältestem Sohn und der Tochter des verstorbenen Graf Wilhelm III zu Nuwenar, Krafts Neffen”, confirming that Katharina was heiress to the county of Neuenahr, by charter dated 1 Mar 1353[413]. The marriage contract between “Reinhard Herr zu Schönforst, seine Gattin Katherine von Wildenberg und Oest Herr zu Elsloo...ihre Enkelin und Nichte Katharina von Neuenahr Tochter des verstorbenen Grafen Wilhelm von Neuenahr” and “Johann Herr zu Saffenberg, seine Gattin Gertrud von Braunshorn und Konrad Herr zu Saffenberg...ihren ältesten Sohn und Neffen Johann” is dated 21 Dec 1359, as agreed by “der verstorbene Kraft von Neuenahr als der geborene Vormund seiner Nichte”, naming “Schloß Montjoie” as her dowry[414]. Friedrich Archbishop of Köln confirmed the "huyss zu Mertzenich...ind van Gerbertzroyde...” to “Johanne heren zu Saffenbergh ind Johanne syme soene grauen zu Nuenare”, accepted by “Johan herre zu Saffenbergh [...ouch mit Gertruden myn Johans hern zu Saffenberg...elicher wyue...Gertrude van Brunsshorne] ind Johan van Saffenbergh syn sun, graue zu Nuenar...mit Katherinen myme wyue, die eyne eynich kindt ind doichter was wilne grauen Wilhelms van Nuenare” from whom he inherited his rights “oeuermitz greuen Crafft van Nuenare, yren oemen”, by charter dated 22 Jan 1382[415]. "Johan Here zu Saffenberg ind Frauue Kathrine van Nuwenare" and "Luissarde van Landzkrone ind Hermanne sinem Bruder" settled disputes by charter dated 8 Dec 1393[416]. m (Betrothed 1 Mar 1353, contract 21 Dec 1359) JOHANN [III] von Saffenberg, son of JOHANN [II] Herr von Saffenburg & his wife Gertrud von Braunshorn (-after 21 May 1397). Graf von Neuenahr. Herr von Saffenburg.

ii) KRAFT von Neuenahr (-before 21 Dec 1359). Canon at Köln: “Graf Wilhelm I von Nuwenare und seine Söhne und Erben Ritter Wilhelm und Kraft Domherr zu Köln” confirmed a donation to Köln St Gereon by charter dated 11 Jun 1322[417]. Fahne shows his parentage, recording him as “Graf von Neuenar 1320-1359”[418]. Graf von Neuenahr. He is named in the 11 Feb 1353 cited above, and as deceased in the 21 Dec 1359 marriage contract of his great-niece Katharina, the document also confirming that he was her guardian. .

b) JOHANN [I] von Neuenahr (-[after 1301, maybe after 5 Apr 1311]). “Hadwig die Witwe und Wilhelm, Johann, Ludwig und Sophia die Kinder des verstorbenen Grafen Dietrich von Nuenare” mortgaged “die Grafschaft Nuenare”, waiting for the archbishop of Köln’s decision on splitting the territory, by charter dated 15 Jun 1276[419]. Herr von Saffenberg: “...den Grafen Wilhelm I von Nuwenare, Johann von Nuwenare Herrn auf Saffenberg...” were named in the 23 Aug 1298 marriage contract between “Otto von Landskron Vormund seines Neffen Burggraf Gerhard von Landscron” and “der Tochter Beatrix des Burggrafen Johann von Hammerstein”[420]. The explanation for Johann’s holding of (part of?) Saffenberg has not been found. Fahne records him as “von Neuenar 1276-1301, 1288 bei Worringen gefangen, h. N”[421]. [“Wilhelm I Graf von Nuenayre und Johann Herr von Saffenberg” exchanged property with Marienstatt by charter dated 5 Apr 1311[422]. It has not been confirmed whether the second person named was the brother of the first.] m ---. The primary source which confirms the name of Johann’s wife has not been identified. Johann [I] & his wife had two children:

i) JOHANN [II] von Neuenahr (-[after 1333]). Fahne shows his parentage, noting “1333, zog 1316 und 1328 nach Preußen, h. N”[423]. “Graf Wilhelm von Neuenahr und die Herren Johann von Neuenahr und Johann sein Sohn...” acted as guarantors in a dispute between the archbishop of Köln and the city of Köln by charter dated 1328, after 7 May[424]. m ---. The primary source which confirms the name of Johann’s wife has not been identified. Johann [II] & his wife had four children:

(1) JOHANN [III] von Neuenahr (-[7 Nov 1360/18 Oct 1362]). Fahne shows his parentage “1362 Herr von Rodensberg”[425].

- see below.

(2) DIETRICH von Neuenahr . Canon at Köln St Gereon: “Johann von Nuenare Herr zu Roesberg, Dietrich von Nuenare Stiftsherr von St. Gereon zu Köln, Gotthard von Nuenar Herr zu Hackenbroich, Gebrüder...die Brüder Johann und Dietrich von Nuenare Söhne des genannten Johann von Neuenahr” guaranteed a treaty between the archbishop of Köln and Jülich and Looz, by charter dated 7 Nov 1360[426].

(3) GOTTHARD von Neuenahr (-after 1 Feb 1367, bur Knechtsteden). Fahne shows his parentage “1362 Herr von Hackenbroich” and that “hilft seinem Bruder gegen Saffenberg”[427]. “Johann von Nuenare Herr zu Roesberg, Dietrich von Nuenare Stiftsherr von St. Gereon zu Köln, Gotthard von Nuenar Herr zu Hackenbroich, Gebrüder...die Brüder Johann und Dietrich von Nuenare Söhne des genannten Johann von Neuenahr” guaranteed a treaty between the archbishop of Köln and Jülich and Looz, by charter dated 7 Nov 1360[428]. “Godart van Nuwenare...mumpar Johannen van Hackenbruche, dy wilne huysfrawe was...heren Heinrichs van Rifferscheit” removed “Johannen, mynre...inde wilne heren Henrich van Riferscheit dochter” from the guardianship of the archbishop of Köln by undated charter[429]. “Johan Hirre zo Ryferscheit ind zo Bedbure ind Mettil sine...Houisfrauwe...ind...Godart van Nuwenar ind Johanne van Kessenich syne...Houisfrauwe” agreed the marriage of “Johanne Doichter unser Johannen” and “Hern Johanne van Ryferscheit...syne Erven” within the next three years, by charter dated 1348[430]. “Johan here zu Rifferscheit” granted “Hackenbruch” to “Godart van Nuwenare ind Johanna van Kessnich” by charter dated 25 Oct 1348[431]. “Gotthard von Neuenahr Herr zu Hackenbroich” chose burial “in der Kirche zu Knechtsteden”, where his wife Johanna van Kessenich was buried, by charter dated 21 Feb 1361 (O.S.?)[432]. “Gotthard von Neuenahr Herr zu Hackenbroich und seine Neffe Johann von Neuenar Herr zu Roesberg” renounced rights over certain property in favour of Abtei Altenburg by charter dated 18 Oct 1362[433]. Europäische Stammtafeln records his death after 1 Feb 1367[434]. The primary source which confirms this date has not been identified. m firstly (before 1348) as her third husband, JOHANNA van Kessenich, widow firstly of JAN van Montenaken and secondly of HEINRICH von Reifferscheid, daughter of ARNOLD Heer van Kessenich & his wife --- (-[1360/21 Feb 1362], bur Knechsteden). Follow her hyperlink for documents relating to her parentage, first marriage, rights to Kessenich, and her second husband. She is named in the charters cited above under her husband. Europäische Stammtafeln records her as living in 1360[435]. Her death and place of burial are confirmed by the 21 Feb 1361 (O.S.?) charter of her husband. m secondly ([1362/63?]) as her second husband, RICHARDIS von Dyck, widow of HEINRICH von Reifferscheid, daughter of KONRAD [II] Herr von Dyck & his first wife Richardis --- (-[after 1387]). Follow her hyperlink for information about her parentage and first marriage. Europäische Stammtafeln records this second marriage[436], but the primary source confirming the information has not been identified. Europäische Stammtafeln records that Richardis died after 1387[437]. The primary source which confirms that date has not been identified. Gotthard & his second wife had two children:

(a) KONRAD von Neuenahr (-murdered Köln before 27 Jun 1393). Europäische Stammtafeln records his parentage, mention in 1381 as canon, and death[438]. The primary source which confirms this information has not been identified. Canon at Köln St Gereon.

(b) AGNES von Neuenahr (-after 1381). Europäische Stammtafeln records her parentage and mention in 1381[439]. The primary source which confirms this information has not been identified.

(4) KATHARINA von Neuenahr (-after 13 Jul 1365). “Katharina von Nuenare Dechantin zu den 11000 Jungfrauen (St. Ursula) zu Köln” granted certain property, with the consent of “ihres Neffen Johann Herr zu Nuenare”, by charter dated 13 Jul 1365, sealed by “ihr Onkel Gerlach Herr zu Isenburg und ihr Neffe Johann Herr zu Nuenare”[440].

ii) DEMUDIS von Neuenahr (-after 1360). Fahne records her parentage and marriage “1360, erhält ¹/₃ der Grafschaft Neuenar”[441]. “Demodis Gemahlin Gerlachs Herrn von Isenburg” is named in a charter dated 24 Jun 1350[442]. "Gerlacus dominus de Isenburg" confirmed fiefs held from the archbishopric of Köln, with the consent of "Demodis uxoris mee", by charter dated 6 Sep 1353[443]. Her husband was named “Onkel” of Katharina in the 13 Jul 1365 charter cited above. m as his second wife, GERLACH [II] Herr von Isenburg [Arenfels], son of DIETRICH Herr zu Isenburg-Arenfels & his wife Hedwig --- (-1371).

c) LUDWIG von Neuenahr . “Hadwig die Witwe und Wilhelm, Johann, Ludwig und Sophia die Kinder des verstorbenen Grafen Dietrich von Nuenare” mortgaged “die Grafschaft Nuenare”, waiting for the archbishop of Köln’s decision on splitting the territory, by charter dated 15 Jun 1276[444]. same person as...? LUDWIG von Neuenahr (-14 Jul ----). Canon at Köln: the Burtscheid Totenbuch records the death “XVIII Kal Jul” of “Herr Ludwig von Nuwenar Domherr zu Köln”[445].

d) SOPHIA von Neuenahr . “Hadwig die Witwe und Wilhelm, Johann, Ludwig und Sophia die Kinder des verstorbenen Grafen Dietrich von Nuenare” mortgaged “die Grafschaft Nuenare”, waiting for the archbishop of Köln’s decision on splitting the territory, by charter dated 15 Jun 1276[446].

JOHANN [III] von Neuenahr, son of JOHANN [II] von Neuenahr & his wife --- (-[7 Nov 1360/18 Oct 1362]). Fahne shows his parentage “1362 Herr von Rodensberg” and that “mit Johann von Saffenberg wegen der Grafschaft Neuenahr in Fehde”[447]. “Graf Wilhelm von Neuenahr und die Herren Johann von Neuenahr und Johann sein Sohn...” acted as guarantors in a dispute between the archbishop of Köln and the city of Köln by charter dated 1328, after 7 May[448]. “Johann von Nuenare Herr zu Roesberg, Dietrich von Nuenare Stiftsherr von St. Gereon zu Köln, Gotthard von Nuenar Herr zu Hackenbroich, Gebrüder...die Brüder Johann und Dietrich von Nuenare Söhne des genannten Johann von Neuenahr” guaranteed a treaty between the archbishop of Köln and Jülich and Looz, by charter dated 7 Nov 1360[449]. His absence from his son’s 18 Oct 1362 charter suggests that he was deceased at the time.

m ---. The primary source which confirms the name of Johann’s wife has not been identified.

Johann [III] & his wife had children:

1. JOHANN [IV] von Neuenahr (-after 1 May 1380). Fahne shows his parentage “1362-1365 Herr zu Rodensberg und Merzenich”[450]. “Johann von Nuenare Herr zu Roesberg, Dietrich von Nuenare Stiftsherr von St. Gereon zu Köln, Gotthard von Nuenar Herr zu Hackenbroich, Gebrüder...die Brüder Johann und Dietrich von Nuenare Söhne des genannten Johann von Neuenahr” guaranteed a treaty between the archbishop of Köln and Jülich and Looz, by charter dated 7 Nov 1360[451]. “Gotthard von Neuenahr Herr zu Hackenbroich und seine Neffe Johann von Neuenar Herr zu Roesberg” renounced rights over certain property in favour of Abtei Altenburg by charter dated 18 Oct 1362[452]. A charter dated 24 Jan 1366 records “Katharina von Nuenare Dechantin zu den 11000 Jungfrauen (St. Ursula) zu Köln” granted certain property, with the consent of “ihres Neffen Johann Herr zu Nuenare”, by charter dated 13 Jul 1365, sealed by “ihr Onkel Gerlach Herr zu Isenburg und ihr Neffe Johann Herr zu Nuenare”[453]. “Johann Herr zu Nuwenar und seine Gattin Alverad Frau zu Nuwenar” issued a charter dated 2 Jan 1372[454]. “Graf Johann von Neuenahr und seine Frau Alverad” recorded a dispute with “Bele von Kuesin”, requesting “ihre Schwäger die Gebrüder Gumprecht von Alpen Vogt zu Köln, Gerhard von Alpen und Rutger von Garsdorf” to seal, by charter dated 1 May 1380[455]. m ALVERAD von Heppendorf, daughter of GUMPRECHT von Heppendorf Erbvogt von Köln & his wife Elisabeth von der Mark (-after 7 Dec 1380). Fahne records her parentage and marriage, noting that she was her father’s heiress[456]. Her parentage and marriage are confirmed by the charter dated 2 Feb 1418 under which [her son] “Gomprecht von Nuwenar Herr zu Rodesberg” confirmed that his uncle [her brother] “Gomprecht Erbvogt zu Köln, Herr zu Alpen und Garsdorf” had granted him “die Vogtei von Köln nebst den Herrschaften Alpen und Garsdorf” after his death[457]. “Johann Herr zu Nuwenar und seine Gattin Alverad Frau zu Nuwenar” issued a charter dated 2 Jan 1372[458]. “Graf Johann von Neuenahr und seine Frau Alverad” recorded a dispute with “Bele von Kuesin”, requesting “ihre Schwäger die Gebrüder Gumprecht von Alpen Vogt zu Köln, Gerhard von Alpen und Rutger von Garsdorf” to seal, by charter dated 1 May 1380[459]. “Gumprecht, Gerhard, Rutger, Alverad und Elschen eheliche Kinder weiland Gumprechts zu Alpen Vogt zu Köln” confirmed the division of land agreed between Alverad and “Frau Bele von Cusene” by charter dated 7 Dec 1380[460]. Johann [IV] & his wife had one child:

a) GUMPRECHT [I] von Neuenahr (-after 1405). Fahne shows his parentage “Herr zu Rodenburg, Drimborn, Dollendorf, Alpen”, noting that he was named “Herr zu Drimborn, Dollendorf, Merzenich 1396”, called himself “Graf 1400”, and renounced the Grafschaft Neuenahr 1405[461]. A charter dated 13 Oct 1393 records the dispute between Friedrich Archbishop of Köln and “Gumprecht von Nuwenare” concerning the county of Neuenahr, the latter confirmed in “die Herrschaft und das Dorf Roesberg, wie sie vorher sein Vater und verstorbener Ahnherr Johann von Nuwenare Herr zu Roesberg zu Lehn hatten”[462]. A charter dated 6 Apr 1405 records more details about the longstanding dispute about the county of Neuenahr[463]. m as her second husband, PHILIPPA von Heinsberg [Looz], widow of GERHARD von Tomberg-Landskron, daughter of GOTTFRIED von Heinsberg Herr von Heinsberg und Dalenbroich & his wife Philippa von Jülich. Fahne records her family origin and two marriages[464]. Gumprecht & his wife had one child:

i) GUMPRECHT [II] von Neuenahr (-after 1465). Graf zu Neuenahr. Herr zu Alpen und Rodensberg. Erbvogt von Köln.

- see below[465].

2. DIETRICH von Neuenahr (-after 1362). “Johann von Nuenare Herr zu Roesberg, Dietrich von Nuenare Stiftsherr von St. Gereon zu Köln, Gotthard von Nuenar Herr zu Hackenbroich, Gebrüder...die Brüder Johann und Dietrich von Nuenare Söhne des genannten Johann von Neuenahr” guaranteed a treaty between the archbishop of Köln and Jülich and Looz, by charter dated 7 Nov 1360[466]. Fahne shows his parentage “1362”[467].

The betrothal contract dated 1 Mar 1353, between Johann von Saffenberg and Katharina daughter of Wilhelm [III] Graf von Neuenahr, confirmed (with the approval of the archbishop of Köln) that Katharina was heiress of the county of Neuenahr which would pass to her husband on their marriage[468]. Any rights to the county which might have accrued to the descendants of Johann [I], younger brother of Wilhelm [I] Graf von Neuenahr (Katharina’s paternal great-grandfather), were ignored. These arrangements were challenged by Johann [I]’s successors, but confirmed by the archbishop of Köln by charter dated 22 Jan 1382 (O.S.?)[469]. The county of Neuenahr remained with the Saffenberg family until the death in [1424] of Wilhelm, second son of Johann and Katharina, whose daughter and heiress had married into the Virneburg family which thereby inherited the rights to Neuenahr. Nevertheless, in 1442 Friedrich III King of Germany granted rights in the county of Neuenahr to Gumprecht [II] von Neuenahr and his son[470], whose descendants shown below continued to bear the comital title.

The following reconstruction is an incomplete outline, mainly to show connections with other families who are shown in Medieval Lands. It is based on information shown by Fahne[471], who is unfortunately not consistently reliable. The primary sources which confirm the information have not been found unless otherwise stated, but the outline provides the structure into which changes and additions can be inserted as more source material emerges.

GUMPRECHT [II] von Neuenahr, son of GUMPRECHT [I] von Neuenahr & his wife Philippa von Heinsberg (-after 1465). Graf zu Neuenahr. Herr zu Alpen und Rodensberg. Erbvogt von Köln. Emperor Friedrich III confirmed the property, title, arms and rights of “jr graffschafft und herrschafft zu Lymborch” to “der Edel Gumprecht von Newenar, Erbuogt der heiligen kirchen zu Collen und herre zu Alpen...und der Edlen Margarethen von Newenar geborn Grefin von Lymborch seiner Gemahel...” by charter dated 14 May 1442[472].

m (contract 5 May 1425) MARGARETA von Limburg zu Broich, daughter of WILHELM [I] Graf von Limburg-Broich & his wife Mechtild [Metza] von Reifferscheid (-1479). Heiress of Bedbur and Hackenbroich (inherited from her mother’s family). “Gomprecht van Nuwenair erffvayt zu Colne ind herre zu Alphem” and “Margreten...htmhter der edelre Wilhems greuen ind Metzen von Ryfferscheit greuynnen zo Limburch” reached agreement about dowry by charter dated 30 Apr 1425[473], the marriage contract being agreed 5 May 1425[474]. Emperor Friedrich III confirmed the property, title, arms and rights of “jr graffschafft und herrschafft zu Lymborch” to “der Edel Gumprecht von Newenar, Erbuogt der heiligen kirchen zu Collen und herre zu Alpen...und der Edlen Margarethen von Newenar geborn Grefin von Lymborch seiner Gemahel...” by charter dated 14 May 1442[475].

Gumprecht [II] & his wife had children:

1. FRIEDRICH von Neuenahr (-1505). Graf von Neuenahr. Herr zu Alpen und Rodensberg. Erbvogt von Köln. m EVA von Linnep, daughter of ---. Friedrich & his wife had children: daughter of FRIEDRICH Graf von Neuenahr & his wife Eva von Linnep

a) GUMPRECHT [III] von Neuenahr ). Graf von Neuenahr. Herr zu Alpen und Rodensberg. Erbvogt von Köln. m AMALIE Gräfin von Wertheim, daughter of ---. Gumprecht [III] & his wife had children:

i) GUMPRECHT [IV] von Neuenahr (-[17 Jun 1552/21 May 1556]). Graf von Neuenahr. Herr zu Alpen und Rodensberg. Erbvogt von Köln. m firstly (contract 19 Mar 1536) as her second husband, CORDULA Gräfin von Holstein-Schauenburg, widow of EVERWIN [II] Graf zu Bentheim, daughter JOBST I Graf von Holstein-Schauenburg & his wife Maria von Nassau-Dillenburg ([1516]-before 1542, bur Alpen Kr Moers). m secondly AMÖNA von Daun Gräfin von Falkenstein und Oberstein, Heiress of Limburg, daughter of --- (-after 1544). Gumprecht [IV] & his first wife had one child:

(1) AMALIE von Neuenahr (-Alpen 1612, bur Alpen). Gräfin von Neuenahr. m firstly HENDRIK [II] Heer van Brederode, son of ---. m secondly (Heidelberg 25 Apr 1569) as his second wife, FRIEDRICH III Elector Palatine, son of JOHANN Pfalzgraf von Simmern und Sponheim & his first wife Beatrix von Baden (Simmern 14 Feb 1515-Heidelberg 26 Oct 1576, bur Heidelberg Heilige Geist).

Gumprecht [IV] & his second wife had two children:

(2) MAGDALENA von Neuenahr (-1575). Heiress of the Erbvogtei Köln. m ARNOLD Graf von Bentheim-Tecklenburg, son of ---.

(3) ADOLF von Neuenahr (-Arnhem Oct 1589). Graf von Neuenahr. m (after Jun 1568) as her second husband, ANNA WALPURGA von Neuenahr, widow of PHILIPPE de Montmorency Heer van Nevele, Graaf van Horne, daughter of WILHELM [II] Graf von Neuenahr & his wife Anna von Wied Heiress of Mörs (-Utrecht 23 May 1600).

b) ELISABETH von Neuenahr . m JOHANN Graf von Limburg, son of WILHELM Graf von Limburg & his wife Jutta von Runkel --- (-1510).

2. WILHELM [I] von Neuenahr (-1497). Graf von Neuenahr. Herr zu Bedburg und Gastorp. m WALPURGA Gräfin von Manderscheid, daughter of ---. Wilhelm [I] & his wife had children:

a) WILHELM [II] von Neuenahr (-[1553]). Graf von Neuenahr. m ([28 Jun 1518]) ANNA von Wied Heiress of Mörs, daughter of WILHELM Graf zu Wied und Mörs & his wife Margareta von Mörs (-after 1528). Wilhelm [II] & his wife had children:

i) HERMANN von Neuenahr (-4 Dec 1578). Graf von Neuenahr. Graf von Mörs. m (16 Jul 1538) MAGDALENA Gräfin von Nassau, daughter of WILHELM I "der Reiche" Graf von Nassau-Dillenburg in Dillenburg, Siegen, Vianden und [halb] Diez & his first wife Walpurgis van Edmond (6 Oct 1522-18 Aug 1567).

ii) ANNA WALPURGA von Neuenahr (-Utrecht 23 May 1600). Heiress of Mörs. m firstly PHILIPPE de Montmorency Heer van Nevele, Graaf van Horne, son of JOSEPH de Montmorency Heer van Nevele & his wife Anna van Egmond (1526-beheaded Brussels 5 Jun 1568, bur Kempen). m secondly (after 1566) ADOLF Graf von Neuenahr, son of GUMPRECHT [IV] Graf von Neuenahr & his second wife Amöna von Daun Gräfin von Falkenstein und Oberstein, Heiress of Limburg (-Arnhem Oct 1589).

b) ANNA von Neuenahr . m WALRAVEN von Brederode, son of ---.

B. HERREN von BLANKENHEIM, GRAFEN von BLANKENHEIM

Blankenheim is located about 10 kilometres south-east of Schleiden, in the southern part of the present-day German state of Nordrhein-Westfalen on the border with Rheinland-Pfalz, about 20 kilometres east of the Belgian border. In medieval times, the Herrschaft of Blankenheim lay south of the county of Jülich and west of the county of Hochstaden, probably under the vassalship of the archbishopric of Köln. It first emerges from the primary sources in 1115 when Gerhard von Blankenheim witnessed a charter of the Köln archbishop together with other nobles in the area closely associated with the archbishopric. The position of Gerhard’s name in the witness list suggests his elevated status among his fellow noblemen: he is named third in the list following Dietrich Graf von Ahr and Gerhard [III] Graf von Jülich, and before Gerhard Graf von Hochstaden, Adolf Graf von Saffenberg, and Adolf Graf von Berg. The insertion of a nobleman without a comital title in this way between the names of other counts was unusual in contemporary charter witness lists and is difficult to explain satisfactorily in light of the relative obscurity of succeeding Blankenheim family members. No indication has been found about Gerhard’s ancestry, but one explanation for his position in this witness list is a close family relationship with one of the more important Lower Rhineland noble families. By the mid-13th century, marriages into local comital families signal that the family’s fortunes were reviving. In 1404, Gerhard [IX] is recorded as Graf von Blankenheim. After Gerhard [IX] died, the county passed to his son-in-law who was a member of the family of the Herren von Heinsberg.

1. GERHARD [I] von Blankenheim . “Gerardus de Blankinheym” donated property to Steinfeld “in remedium uxoris mee Jutte defuncte et in ecclesia Steynveldensi sepult”, with the consent of “filiorum meorum Gerardi et Arnoldi”, by charter dated to the early 12th century[476]. [same person as...? GERHARD von Blankenheim (-after 1115). Poppo Abbot of Prüm confirmed the rights of "monasterium in Eifla" by charter dated 1112, witnessed by “comes Tedericus de Arhe...Gerardus de Blankenhem...”[477]. "Liberi: Tiedrich comes de Ara, Gerart de Guileche, Gerart de Blanchinheim, Gerard de Hohstade, Adolf comes de Saphinberk, Adolf de Berge, Engelbreit de Kente..." witnessed the charter dated 1115 under which Friedrich Archbishop of Köln confirmed revenue and tolls to Münstereisel[478].] m JUTTA, daughter of --- (-bur Steinfeld). “Gerardus de Blankinheym” donated property to Steinfeld “in remedium uxoris mee Jutte defuncte et in ecclesia Steynveldensi sepult”, with the consent of “filiorum meorum Gerardi et Arnoldi”, by charter dated to the early 12th century[479]. Gerhard [I] & his wife had two children:

a) GERHARD [II] von Blankenheim . “Gerardus de Blankinheym” donated property to Steinfeld “in remedium uxoris mee Jutte defuncte et in ecclesia Steynveldensi sepult”, with the consent of “filiorum meorum Gerardi et Arnoldi”, by charter dated to the early 12th century[480].

b) ARNOLD [I] von Blankenheim . “Gerardus de Blankinheym” donated property to Steinfeld “in remedium uxoris mee Jutte defuncte et in ecclesia Steynveldensi sepult”, with the consent of “filiorum meorum Gerardi et Arnoldi”, by charter dated to the early 12th century[481]. same person as...? ARNOLD von Blankenheim (-after 1136). “...Arnold de Blankenheim” witnessed the charter dated 1136 under which Bruno Archbishop of Köln confirmed property of Kloster Kölnigsdorf[482].

Two brothers, parents not known. The order of their names in the charters quoted below is reversed compared with the charter quoted above in which Gerhard [II] and Arnold [I] are named, suggesting that Arnold [II] and Gerhard [III] were different persons.

1. ARNOLD [II] von Blankenheim (-after 25 Mar 1154). "...Arnoldo et Gerardo de Blankenheim…" witnessed the charter dated 1149 under which Arnold Archbishop of Köln granted "turrim...in castro Drachenfels" to "Adalberto cognato meo Bunnensis ecclesie tunc advocato" who donated it to Bonn St Cassius[483]. "...Arnoldus de Blanchenheim et frater eius Gerardus..." witnessed the charter dated 25 Mar 1154 under which Arnold Archbishop of Köln confirmed that Hendrik Duke of Limburg had donated property to Köln St. Cunibert[484]. "...Arnoldo de Blankenheim et fratre ipsius Gerardo..." witnessed the charter dated 1154 under which Arnold Archbishop of Köln confirmed an exchange of property between Mussendorf and Mehlem churches[485].

2. GERHARD [III] von Blankenheim (-after 25 Mar 1154). "...Arnoldo et Gerardo de Blankenheim…" witnessed the charter dated 1149 under which Arnold Archbishop of Köln granted "turrim...in castro Drachenfels" to "Adalberto cognato meo Bunnensis ecclesie tunc advocato" who donated it to Bonn St Cassius[486]. "...Arnoldus de Blanchenheim et frater eius Gerardus..." witnessed the charter dated 25 Mar 1154 under which Arnold Archbishop of Köln confirmed that Hendrik Duke of Limburg had donated property to Köln St. Cunibert[487]. "...Arnoldo de Blankenheim et fratre ipsius Gerardo..." witnessed the charter dated 1154 under which Arnold Archbishop of Köln confirmed an exchange of property between Mussendorf and Mehlem churches[488].

Two brothers, parents not known. The chronology suggests the possibility that Gerhard [IV] was the same person as Gerhard [III] who is named above.

1. GERHARD [IV] von Blankenheim (-after 1198). Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation made by "Wilhelmi de Hamersbach" to Köln St. Peter by charter dated 1176, witnessed by "...Gerhardus de Blachenheim"[489]. "...Gerhardus de Blancenheim et frater suus Conradus" witnessed the charter dated 22 Jan 1197 under which Adolf Archbishop of Köln confirmed the purchase of the castles of Beilstein, Wied and Windeck[490]. "...Gerhardus et Cunradus de Blanckenheim" witnessed the charter dated 1197 under which Adolf Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation made by “Wilhelmis miles cognomine solidus” to the chapel of Schilling[491]. A charter dated 1198 records that “fratres de Blanckenheim Gerardus et Cunradus” had requested “decimam de novalibus in sylva...juxta castrum Schleyda” which was possessed by the church of Steinfeld, and that “Cunradum de Schleyde” had usurped the revenue and was excommunicated[492].

2. KONRAD von Blankenheim [von Schleiden] (-after 1198). "Godefridus et Fredericus fratres comites de Vernenburgh" donated their castle and county to Johann Archbishop of Trier by charter dated 9 Aug 1187 witnessed by "Henrici comitis Palatini Reni advocatie ecclesie predicte…Walrami comitis in Spanheim, Conradi de Blankenheim et Wilhelmi domni in Duna…"[493]. "...Gerhardus de Blancenheim et frater suus Conradus" witnessed the charter dated 22 Jan 1197 under which Adolf Archbishop of Köln confirmed the purchase of the castles of Beilstein, Wied and Windeck[494]. "...Gerhardus et Cunradus de Blanckenheim" witnessed the charter dated 1197 under which Adolf Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation made by “Wilhelmis miles cognomine solidus” to the chapel of Schilling[495]. A charter dated 1198 records that “fratres de Blanckenheim Gerardus et Cunradus” had requested “decimam de novalibus in sylva...juxta castrum Schleyda” which was possessed by the church of Steinfeld, and that “Cunradum de Schleyde” had usurped the revenue and was excommunicated[496].

- HERREN von SCHLEIDEN.

[Two possible brothers].

1. GERHARD [V] von Blankenheim (-before 1 May 1248). The primary source which confirms his parentage has not been identified. "...Gerhardus de Blankenheim, Conradus de Sleidhe..." witnessed the charter dated 1220 under which Engelbert Archbishop of Köln confirmed that “Henricus comes Vianensis” had transferred property to the archbishopric[497]. Herr von Blankenheim. A charter dated 20 Jul 1225 records that "dominum Girardum de Blankinheim" and Himmelrode abbey settled a dispute relating to property donated by “Vivianus quondam de Engindorp bone memorie”, recording that "domini Richardi senioris de Mandirescheit et fratris Walteri de Malburch monachi simul et Jacobus eiusdem filius Walteri" renounced various rights[498]. m JUTTA von Hengebach, daughter of EBERHARD [II] von Hengebach & his wife Jutta von Jülich (-1252 or before). A charter dated 1218 confirms a donation to Kloster Hoven by "Everardo viro nobili de Hengebach" of property "in villa Vlurne sita", with the consent of "heredum suorum, filiorum…Wilhelmi comitis Juliacensis, Theoderici, Everardi et filiarum Jutte, Udelhildis, Aleidis"[499]. The primary source which confirms her marriage has not yet been identified, but her relationship with the family of the Grafen von Jülich is indicated by her son Friedrich being named “consanguineus” of Wilhelm [IV] Graf von Jülich in the charter dated 10 Sep 1250 quoted below. Gerhard [V] & his wife had children (besides Friedrich [I], Europäische Stammtafeln names three others, and one possible fourth child[500]. The corresponding sources have not been identified):

a) FRIEDRICH [I] von Blankenheim (-after 1275). Herr von Blankenheim. "Megthildis quondam comitissa Seynensis" exchanged "medietate castri Hunoltstein" promised to “nobili viro Frederico domino de Blankenheim cum sua uxore” which he had not been able to possess, for “allodium meum...apud Saffenberg extra castrum et allodium...apud Arwilre”, following an investigation by “nobiles viri Philippus dominus de Wildenberg et Wilhelmus miles de Manderscheit” into revenues due to “A. quondam comitisse de Castris ad usufructum suum” when “dictus dominus F.” married, by charter dated 1 May 1248[501]. "W. comitem de Kessele, Arnoldum dominum de Diste, G. fratrem eius, F. dominum de Blankenhem, Johannem de Riperset...consanguineos nostros, viros nobiles..." acted as fiduciaries under the charter dated 10 Sep 1250 under which “Wilhelmus comes Juliacensis” appointed arbitrators to settle a dispute with Konrad Archbishop of Köln[502]. "Wilhelmus dominus de Saffenberch et Gerlacus filius suus" settled a dispute with "dominum Fridericum virum nobilem consanguineum nostrum dominum de Blankenheim" about “vineis prope Saffenberch” which had been assigned to “comitissa Seinensi” as part of her dower, with “dominum Fridericum de Sleida” as fiduciary, by charter dated Jul 1252[503]. Use of the word “consanguineum” suggests a direct family relationship between Friedrich and the Herren von Saffenberg, but no such relationship has been traced. It is possible that the word was used loosely and that the relationship was through Friedrich’s wife who was descended from the Saffenberg family through her mother. "Fr. dominus de Blankenheym et Meitildis uxor eius heredes domine Agnetis comitisse de Castris" confirmed the donation of "patronatus ecclesie de Lussenich" to the Teutonic Knights made by "dictam dominam Agnetem comitissam de Castris" by charter dated Jun 1258[504]. Co-heir of Bliescastel: “Gerlach Herr von Limpurch (an der Lahn), seine Gemahlin Imagina, ihre Söhne Johann, Gerlach und Heinrich, sowie ihr Schwiegersohn Heinrich Herr v. Runkel und v. Westerburch” agreed with “Friderich Herrn von Blanckenheim und dessen Söhnen Gerard und Arnold” concerning property previously held by “Gräfin Agnes v. (Blies-)Castel” at “Mensvelden und Metterich”, by charter dated 1267, sealed by “...seinem [=Gerlach v. Limburg] Bruder Heinrich v. Mulenarke und seiner Schwester Mehtilde Frau v. Dollendorp”[505]. Henri V Comte de Luxembourg notified that “Henri sires de Belle Coste” had become “mes hom liges...apres l’abbei de Preumes...et en ai repris Belle Coste son chastel”, in the presence of “le conte de Juley, le signnor de Blamkenain, Gerart son fil...”, by charter dated 4 Apr 1270[506]. “H. comes de Salmis, G. dominus de Limpurg, C. de Blankenheim et L. de Arnesperc coheredes comitatus de Castris [Bliescastel] castrorum et urbium...Putelinga et Geb---berc” reached agreement concerning their inheritance, with the advice of “H. comitis Geminipontis, H. et Jo. comitum de Spanheim et E. comitis Siluestris”, by charter dated [May/Jun] 1275[507]. m MECHTILD von Bliescastel, daughter of HEINRICH Graf von Bliescastel & his wife Agnes von Sayn (-after Jun 1258). Dietrich Archbishop of Trier granted "castri…Hunoldisteyn" to "Metthildis et Loretta filie…consanguinei nostri Henrici bone memorie quondam comitis de Castris" by charter dated 2 Jan 1238[508]. "Megthildis quondam comitissa Seynensis" exchanged "medietate castri Hunoltstein" promised to “nobili viro Frederico domino de Blankenheim cum sua uxore” which he had not been able to possess, for “allodium meum...apud Saffenberg extra castrum et allodium...apud Arwilre”, following an investigation by “nobiles viri Philippus dominus de Wildenberg et Wilhelmus miles de Manderscheit” into revenues due to “A. quondam comitisse de Castris ad usufructum suum” when “dictus dominus F.” married, by charter dated 1 May 1248[509]. "Fr. dominus de Blankenheym et Meitildis uxor eius heredes domine Agnetis comitisse de Castris" confirmed the donation of "patronatus ecclesie de Lussenich" to the Teutonic Knights made by "dictam dominam Agnetem comitissam de Castris" by charter dated Jun 1258[510]. Friedrich [I] & his wife had children (in addition to those named below, Europäische Stammtafeln lists two other sons, and one possible additional son[511]. The corresponding sources have not been identified):

i) GERHARD [VI] von Blankenheim (-after 1 Jul 1309). “Gerlach Herr von Limpurch (an der Lahn), seine Gemahlin Imagina, ihre Söhne Johann, Gerlach und Heinrich, sowie ihr Schwiegersohn Heinrich Herr v. Runkel und v. Westerburch” agreed with “Friderich Herrn von Blanckenheim und dessen Söhnen Gerard und Arnold” concerning property previously held by “Gräfin Agnes v. (Blies-)Castel” at “Mensvelden und Metterich”, by charter dated 1267[512]. Herr von Blankenheim.

- see below.

ii) ARNOLD von Blankenheim . “Gerlach Herr von Limpurch (an der Lahn), seine Gemahlin Imagina, ihre Söhne Johann, Gerlach und Heinrich, sowie ihr Schwiegersohn Heinrich Herr v. Runkel und v. Westerburch” agreed with “Friderich Herrn von Blanckenheim und dessen Söhnen Gerard und Arnold” concerning property previously held by “Gräfin Agnes v. (Blies-)Castel” at “Mensvelden und Metterich”, by charter dated 1267[513].

iii) JUTTA von Blankenheim (-after Sep 1284). “Henricus dominus de Schonecken” donated “terciam partem...decime...in territorio de Mere et Euten” to Niederprüm, with the consent of “Gerardi primogeniti nostri”, for the souls of “nostre, Jutte uxoris nostre, liberorum...”, by charter dated Sep 1284, sealed by “Gerardi domini de Blanckenheim et Egidii domini de ---“[514]. The primary source which confirms her parentage has not been identified but it is suggested by the involvement of the Blankenheim family in this and other charters. Her family origin is indicated more precisely by the 1 Dec 1343 charter cited below under her great-nephew Johann. m as his first wife, HEINRICH von Vianden Herr von Schönecken, son of FRIEDRICH von Vianden & his wife --- (early 1248-1291).

b) THIERRY for Blankenheim . Archdeacon: “Th. archidiaconum fratrem domini de Blankenheim, frater domini de Sleida, Herberti et Wirici fratres de Vrenze…” were named as guarantors in the charter dated 1261 “feria III post Remigii” [after 13 Jan 1261 (O.S.?)] under which “Waleramus frater comitis Guliacensis” recorded that “dominus Joffridus, abbas Prumensis” had enfeoffed “nobili domine Metildi, uxori mee, et nobis” with “feoda, que quondam comites de Hoefeld ab abbatibus Prumensibus tenuerunt…”[515].

2. [DIETRICH von Blankenheim (-after 1229). "Otto nobilis vir de Wikerode...et filios nostros...Ottonem et Theodoricum Colonienses canonicos Lutherum et Henricum" donated property to the church of Asch by charter dated 1229, witnessed by “Ludewicus de Randinrode...Lutherus comes de Hostaden, Theodericus comes de Morse, Herimannus de Molenarkin...Theodericus de Blanckenheim...Herimannus nobilis advocatus Colon...”[516]. The document provides no indication of the parentage of the witness Dietrich von Blankenheim. From a chronological point of view, he could have been the brother of Gerhard [V] Herr von Blankenheim.]

GERHARD [VI] von Blankenheim, son of FRIEDRICH von Blankenheim & his wife Mechtild von Bliescastel (-after 1 Jul 1309). “Gerlach Herr von Limpurch (an der Lahn), seine Gemahlin Imagina, ihre Söhne Johann, Gerlach und Heinrich, sowie ihr Schwiegersohn Heinrich Herr v. Runkel und v. Westerburch” agreed with “Friderich Herrn von Blanckenheim und dessen Söhnen Gerard und Arnold” concerning property previously held by “Gräfin Agnes v. (Blies-)Castel” at “Mensvelden und Metterich”, by charter dated 1267[517]. Henri V Comte de Luxembourg notified that “Henri sires de Belle Coste” had become “mes hom liges...apres l’abbei de Preumes...et en ai repris Belle Coste son chastel”, in the presence of “le conte de Juley, le signnor de Blamkenain, Gerart son fil...”, by charter dated 4 Apr 1270[518]. Herr von Blankenheim. “Gerhardus dominus de Blanckenheim” invested “seine Gemahlin Ermensentim” with “seiner Burg Blanckenheim” for life by charter dated 26 Jan 1272 (O.S.)[519]. "Gerardus dominus de Blankenheim" acknowledged allegiance to Sifrid Archbishop of Köln for “villis suis Sinzheim et Wigere” by charter dated 28 Mar 1278[520]. “Conradus dominus de Schleida, Lysa uxor nostra et Fridericus filius noster” sold “das castrum in Stefflen, villam ibidem Underbechem, Awele et Brembden” to “Gerhardo domino de Blanckenheim ihrem Verwamdten” by charter dated 15 Dec 1282[521]. “Gerardus dominus de Blankenem” confirmed holding “castrum nostrum de Blankenem” from Jean I Duke of Brabant by charter dated late-Aug 1292, sealed by “Irmengardis domina de Blankenem nostræ consortis...ac...Gerardi de Iuliaco domini de Castre nostri...consanguinei”[522]. The last-named was presumably Gerhard [V] von Jülich, whose relationship with Gerhard [VI] von Blankenheim was through the latter’s paternal grandmother. "Gerardus dominus de Blankenheym et Fredericus eius primogenitus" acknowledged that Wicbold Archbishop of Köln had freed him from capture by “Henricum borgravium de Drakenvels” by charter dated 14 Mar 1300, witnessed by “nobilium virorum Johannis de Ryferscheyt et Gerlaci de Dollendorp dominorum”[523]. “Gerardus dominus de Blankenheim et Yrmengardis eius collateralis” renounced rights in the succession of “quondam domini Gerardi de Luccelburch bone memorie domini de Dourbuy patris mee Yrmengardis predicte”, with the consent of “Friderici et Arnoldi filiorum nostrorum”, by charter dated 19 Feb 1306 (O.S.)[524]. “Gerardus dominus de Blankeneym et eius collateralis Yrmezindisis” borrowed money from Henri VII Comte de Luxembourg, pledging certain properties as security, by charter dated 18 Oct 1307[525]. “Gerlacus [error for Gerardus] dominus de Blankeneym et Yrmesindisis eius collateralis” confirmed receiving certain revenue from Henri VII Comte de Luxembourg by charter dated 8 Jul 1308[526]. "...Gerartz des herren van Blankenheym..." acted as adviser in a dispute between Heinrich Archbishop of Köln and Gerhard Graf von Jülich and others by charter dated 1 Jul 1309[527].

m (contract 22 Jul 1268, 20 Jan 1272) IRMESINDE [Irmgard] de Durbuy, daughter of GERARD van Limburg Seigneur de Durbuy & his wife Mechtild von Kleve (-after 8 Jul 1308). The marriage contract between “Gerars de Lusselebor sires de Drubuilh…nostre…filhe Ermensent” and “Ferris sire de Blanckencheim…nostre…filh Gerart” is dated 22 Jul 1268 [528]. “Gerhardus dominus de Blanckenheim” invested “seine Gemahlin Ermensentim” with “seiner Burg Blanckenheim” for life by charter dated 26 Jan 1272 (O.S.)[529]. “Gerardus dominus de Blankenem” confirmed holding “castrum nostrum de Blankenem” from Jean I Duke of Brabant by charter dated late-Aug 1292, sealed by “Irmengardis domina de Blankenem nostræ consortis...ac...Gerardi de Iuliaco domini de Castgre nostri...consanguinei”[530]. “Gerardus dominus de Blankenheim et Yrmengardis eius collateralis” renounced rights in the succession of “quondam domini Gerardi de Luccelburch bone memorie domini de Dourbuy patris mee Yrmengardis predicte”, with the consent of “Friderici et Arnoldi filiorum nostrorum”, by charter dated 19 Feb 1306 (O.S.)[531]. “Gerardus dominus de Blankeneym et eius collateralis Yrmezindisis” borrowed money from Henri VII Comte de Luxembourg, pledging certain properties as security, by charter dated 18 Oct 1307[532]. “Gerlacus [error for Gerardus] dominus de Blankeneym et Yrmesindisis eius collateralis” confirmed receiving certain revenue from Henri VII Comte de Luxembourg by charter dated 8 Jul 1308[533].

Gerhard [VI] & his wife had children (in addition to those named below, Europäische Stammtafeln lists three other children[534]. The corresponding sources have not been identified):

1. FRIEDRICH [II] von Blankenheim (-[1321/22]). "Gerardus dominus de Blankenheym et Fredericus eius primogenitus" acknowledged that Wicbold Archbishop of Köln had freed him from capture by “Henricum borgravium de Drakenvels” by charter dated 14 Mar 1300[535]. “Gerardus dominus de Blankenheim et Yrmengardis eius collateralis” renounced rights in the succession of “quondam domini Gerardi de Luccelburch bone memorie domini de Dourbuy patris mee Yrmengardis predicte”, with the consent of “Friderici et Arnoldi filiorum nostrorum”, by charter dated 19 Feb 1306 (O.S.)[536]. Herr von Blankenheim. m as her second husband, ELISABETH von Leiningen, widow of EMICH [I] von Daun, daughter of FRIEDRICH [V] von Leiningen in Dagsburg & his wife --- (-[after 1351]). The primary sources which confirm her parentage and marriages have not been identified. Friedrich [II] & his wife had one child:

a) IRMESINDE von Blankenheim . Jan King of Bohemia, Comte de Luxembourg, noting that he had granted revenue from Luxembourg to "consanguineus noster Fridericus domunus de Blankenheym pie memorie", now granted it to "Irmesinde domina de Tonynburch filia predicti dni Friderici p. m. nec non Werenerus eius maritus", by charter dated 15 Oct 1344[537]. m WERNER von Tomberg, son of ---.

2. ARNOLD von Blankenheim (-[1352/15 Jul 1354]). “Gerardus dominus de Blankenheim et Yrmengardis eius collateralis” renounced rights in the succession of “quondam domini Gerardi de Luccelburch bone memorie domini de Dourbuy patris mee Yrmengardis predicte”, with the consent of “Friderici et Arnoldi filiorum nostrorum”, by charter dated 19 Feb 1306 (O.S.)[538]. Herr von Blankenheim. A charter dated 26 Mar 1335 records the settlement of a dispute between “den Gebrüdern Arnoldt und Gerhardt von Blanckenheim”[539]. Jan King of Bohemia acknowledged a debt to "onsem...neven herrn Diederich graven van Loen und von Zynei herrn von Heinssberg und von Blankenberg", naming "herr Arnolde und herr Gerard herrn von Blankenheim gebroder", by charter dated 1340[540]. “...Johanne greuen zu Seyne unsen suager, hern Wilhem greuen zu Wede onsen sun, heren Arnolde herren zu Blanckenheym, heren Johanne herren zy Ryferscheit, heren Walrauen van Salmen, heren Reynarde herren zu Schonenuorst, heren Oisten van Eltzlo...” were named among the guarantors of the marriage contract dated 7 Feb 1357 between "Philippen doychter uns hertzogen ind suster unss greuen van den Berge" and "Goedarde van Heynsberg herren zu Dalenbroych, broyder sun unss greue van Loen"[541]. He presumably died before the 15 Jul 1354 charter of his two sons named Arnold, cited below. m (before 30 Jul 1312, Papal dispensation 11 Aug 1324) as her second husband, IRMGARD, widow of JOHANN Herr von Wildenberg, daughter of --- (-after 20 Apr 1335). “Johann Herre zu Wildenberg und Irmegard seine...Hausfrau” donated “Zehnten zu Rode” to Kloster Engelspforten by charter dated 14 Feb 1307[542]. The primary source which confirms her parentage has not been identified (Europäische Stammtafeln names her “Irmgard v Ouren, T v Kuno Hr z Ou”[543]). Her second marriage is confirmed by the charter dated 30 Jul 1312 under which [her son] “Philippus dominus de Wyldenbergh” acknowledged the agreement with “Arnoldum de Blankenhem ac dominam Yrmengardam matrem mean eius uxorem”[544]. Pope John XXII issued a retrospective dispensation for the marriage of “Arnoldo domino de Blankenhem” and “Irmegardi domini de Wiltenberg”, who were ignorant of their 3^o consanguinity, dated 11 Aug 1324[545]. She is named “Irmegarde der vrouwen van Blankenheim, de anghe is min Katherinen” in the 20 Apr 1335 charter of her granddaughter Katharina von Wildenberg. Arnold & his wife had children (in addition to those named below, Europäische Stammtafeln lists one other child[546]. The corresponding sources have not been identified):

a) JOHANN von Blankenheim (-before 1343). [m as her first husband, RICHARDIS von der Mark, daughter of ENGELBERT [II] Graf von der Mark & his [second] wife Mechtild von Arberg (-after 28 Feb 1384). Europäische Stammtafeln names “[Johann] von Schleiden 1334” as the first husband of Richardis, the square brackets around his name presumably indicating doubt about his identity[547]. No indication has been found about this supposed first marriage in any of the sources consulted during the preparation of the current document. She married secondly (before 16 Oct 1344) Bernhard [V] Herr zur Lippe.] Johann & his wife had [one child]:

i) [ARNOLD von Blankenheim (-22 Apr 1404, bur Köln Franciscans). Europäische Stammtafeln records Arnold as Johann’s son, noting that he was “1361 Neffe v Arnold Hr v Blankenheim”[548]. The corresponding primary source has not been identified, so the family relationship has not been verified, although his elevation as count suggests that Arnold was at that time the senior representative of the Blankenheim family. Graf von Blankenheim 1380. A charter dated 4 Jan 1395 records the settlement of a dispute between “Gumpricht, Herr zu Alpen, Erbvogt zu Colne” and “seinem Oheim Arnoildem, Graf zu Blanckenheim”, mediated by “...seinen Bruder Rutger van Alpen, Ritter...”[549]: the precise relationship between Gumprecht von Alpen and Arnold Graf von Blankenheim has not been ascertained.]

b) ARNOLD von Blankenheim (-before 8 Mar 1364). Herr zu Blankenheim: “Arnoldt und Arnoldt, Gebrüder und Herren zu Blanckenheim” invested “ihren Neffen Girhardt von Blanckenheim, Herrn zu Castelburgh” with “Bürgen dem Herren Johann Schmeihe und seine Erben” by charter dated 15 Jul 1354[550].

c) ARNOLD von Blankenheim (-[1358]). Herr zu Blankenheim: “Arnoldt und Arnoldt, Gebrüder und Herren zu Blanckenheim” invested “ihren Neffen Girhardt von Blanckenheim, Herrn zu Castelburgh” with “Bürgen dem Herren Johann Schmeihe und seine Erben” by charter dated 15 Jul 1354[551]. m ([1 Mar 1353]) as her first husband, BLANCHEFLEUR von Falkenstein, daughter of JOHANN von Brandenburg Herr von Falkenstein & his wife Helwide --- ([1330/35?]-after 15 Aug 1378). Vannérus records Blanchefleur as the daughter of Johann von Brandenburg/Falkenstein and his wife, as well as her two marriages[552]. Her parentage is confirmed by the 6 Jun 1359 charter cited below. Vannérus notes a charter dated 1 Mar 1353 which records that Arnold von Blankenheim granted half of Blankenheim castle as dower to his wife ”Blankeflors de Falkensteyn”, and a charter dated 14 May 1354 which records the settlement of a dispute relating to this dower[553]. Wenzel of Bohemia and Jean de Luxembourg confirmed that “Arnoldt Herrn zu Blanckenheim” had invested “seine Frau Blancheflour von Falckenstein” with “der Hälfte der Burg Blanckenheim”, held in fief from them and from “dem Lande von Brabant”, at the request of “Dietherich Herrn von Pereweiß und Wilhelm von Manderscheid, Richter”, by charter dated 31 May 1356[554]. “Blantziflors Frau zu Valckenstein und zu Bettingen” obtained the allegiance of “Sander den lampairder van Asti, Rentmeister in dem Hirtztom von Luccenburch”, granting him “ihren Teil an dem Zolle zu Biedeburch, wofür er ihr Mann zu Bettingen sein soll” and renounced revenue “aus dem Hofe zu Nattenheim, die ihr † Vater Johan, Herr zu Valkenstein und zu Bettingen” [see her father’s charter, follow her hyperlink] in his favour, by charter dated 6 Jun 1359[555]. In addition, Vannérus records charters dated 31 May 1359, 12 Mar 1360 and 31 Oct 1360 in which Blanchefleur is named “dame de Bettingen et de Falkenstein” as a widow, and a charter dated 15 Aug 1361 in which her second husband is named “seigneur à Schönecken et à Falkenstein”[556]. She married secondly ([31 Oct 1360/15 Aug 1361]) as his second wife, Burchard Herr von Vinstingen. Vannérus records a charter dated 1373 in which “dame Blanche de Falkenstein” reimbursed a debt of Hartard von Schönecken, a charter dated 5 Jul 1374 in which Blanchefleur “dame de Fénétrange veuve de Bongarts sire de Fénétrange et de Schönecken” renounced rights to dower in favour of “Ulrich sire de Fénétrange”[557]. “Johan Herr zu der Feyltz” confirmed holding property in fief from “Edelfrau Blanczflors von Falkinstein, Frau zu Bettingen” by charter dated 24 May 1377[558]. “Heinrich von der Velz Ritter” granted property held in fief from “Frau Blanczflors Frau von Falckenstein u. zu Bettingen” to “seine Ehefrau Kattrinen Frau zu Achzspalt” by charter dated 15 Aug 1378[559].

3. MECHTILD von Blankenheim (-after 15 Nov 1318). Her family origin and marriage are confirmed by the charter dated 23 Aug 1332 under which [her son] “Werris sires de Wallecourt chevaliers” confirmed the relinquishment by “no...mère demiselle Mehaus de Blankenhem que Dieus absoille dame jadis de Wallecourt” over “le chambage de vostre chambe de Wallecourt” in favour of Walcourt Notre-Dame[560]. m THIERRY [IV] de Walcourt Seigneur de Walcourt et de Rochefort, son of THIERRY [III] de Walcourt Seigneur de Walcourt et de Rochefort & his wife Joie de Condé (-after 15 Nov 1318).

4. KATHARINA von Blankenheim (-after 1308). Europäische Stammtafeln records her parentage and marriage, with the dates “1291/1308”[561]. "Arnoldus dominus de Randenroyde et Katerina collateralis eius” sold “curiam nostram in Lurike cum curia Calfhowen” to Meer abbey, naming as fiduciaries “dominum Ludolfum de Dikka et Gerardum fratrem eius, dominum Fredericum de Helpenstein et Gerardum fratrem eius”, by charter dated 28 May 1300[562]. Her family origin is confirmed by the following document: “Arnoldus dominus de Randenroyde” confirmed the sale of property by “Bernardus miles dictus de Kinswilre” to Heinsberg convent by charter dated 14 May 1305, in the presence of “...Winrico de Kinswilre, nostro cognato, Walramo de Randenroyde...nostris fidelibus” and sealed (and confirmed) by “Katerina dicta de Blankenheym, domina de Randenroyde”[563]. The primary source which confirms her precise parentage has not been identified, but the chronology suggests that she was the daughter of Gerhard [VI]. m (before 28 May 1300) as his first wife, ARNOLD [I] Herr von Randerode, son of --- (-[13 Jul 1329/12 Nov 1333]).

5. GERHARD [VII] von Blankenheim (-[8 Sep 1348/30 Jan 1350]). Herr von Blankenheim. “Gerardus dominus de Blankenheim miles, tutor curator seu mamburnus Johannis filii quondam Johannis dicti Speis de Hunoltsten militis, et Fridericus de Numagio armiger” donated property “in villa de Munzel” to Trier by charter dated 20 Jun 1323[564]. "Gerardus dominus de Blankinheym" settled a dispute with the city of Köln by charter dated 9 Jun 1326[565]. A charter dated 26 Mar 1335 records the settlement of a dispute between “den Gebrüdern Arnoldt und Gerhardt von Blanckenheim”[566]. Jan King of Bohemia acknowledged a debt to "onsem...neven herrn Diederich graven van Loen und von Zynei herrn von Heinssberg und von Blankenberg", naming "herr Arnolde und herr Gerard herrn von Blankenheim gebroder", by charter dated 1340[567]. “Gerhardt Herr von Blanckenheim” confirmed holding “seine Stadt zu Girholstein, seine Burg und Thal zu Blanckenheim” as fiefs from “Wilhelmen, dem Markgraven von Gulich” by charter dated 28 Jun 1341, sealed by “seine Frau Anna und sein ältester Sohn Gerhardt”[568]. m ([25 Mar/22 May] 1322) as her second husband, ANNA Wildgräfin, widow of JOHANN Vogt und Herr von Hunoltstein, daughter of GOTTFRIED [II] Wildgraf in Kyrburg & his wife --- (-after 1357). Europäische Stammtafeln records her parentage, two marriages, and date of death[569]. The primary source which confirms this information has not been identified. “Gerhardt Herr von Blanckenheim” confirmed holding “seine Stadt zu Girholstein, seine Burg und Thal zu Blanckenheim” as fiefs from “Wilhelmen, dem Markgraven von Gulich” by charter dated 28 Jun 1341, sealed by “seine Frau Anna und sein ältester Sohn Gerhardt”[570]. Gerhard [VII] & his wife had four children:

a) GERHARD [VIII] von Blankenheim (-[1375/21 Dec 1376]). “Gerhardt Herr von Blanckenheim” confirmed holding “seine Stadt zu Girholstein, seine Burg und Thal zu Blanckenheim” as fiefs from “Wilhelmen, dem Markgraven von Gulich” by charter dated 28 Jun 1341, sealed by “seine Frau Anna und sein ältester Sohn Gerhardt”[571]. Herr zu Kasselburg: “Arnoldt und Arnoldt, Gebrüder und Herren zu Blanckenheim” invested “ihren Neffen Girhardt von Blanckenheim, Herrn zu Castelburgh” with “Bürgen dem Herren Johann Schmeihe und seine Erben” by charter dated 15 Jul 1354[572]. A charter dated 30 Jul 1371 records an alliance agreed between the abbot of Prüm and “Gerhardt von Blanckenheim, Herrn zu Calburgh, und seinen Söhnen Johanne, Gerharde u. Arnolde” against “den Herrn von Boulch und seine Helfer, ausgenommen den Vogt von Hunelstein, as umb ir erve zu Gerhardstein”[573]. A charter dated 1 Oct 1371 records an agreement between “Johann, Herr zu Bolche u. zu Unsildingen, und seine Frau Irmesant von Blanckenheim, Tilman, Herr zu dem Steine, Joannette von Rodenmachern und Gerhardt, Herr und Vogt zu Hunoltzstein” and “Herrn Gerharde von Blanckenheim, Herrn zu Castelburgh, und dessen Söhnen Johan, Gerharde und Arnolde, Dieterichen, Abt zu Breume [Prüm] und ihren Helfern” regarding their dispute “von Gerartsteins [Geroltstein]”[574]. “Gerard de Blankenheim seigneur de Castelberg, Gerard et Arnold ses fils, et Baldewin van Oueree” settled disputes with “Henri Beyer de Boppard chevalier et Conrad Beyer son fils” by charter dated 17 Feb 1371 (O.S.)[575]. “Baldewin van Ouree” has not been identified, nor the basis for his joint interest with the Blankenheim family which is suggested by his participation in this settlement. Gerhard presumably died before the 21 Dec 1376 charter of his sons cited below. m (before 1344) JOHANNA von Saarbrücken, daughter of SIMON von Saarbrücken & his wife Marguerite de Savoie (-[1374/76]). The primary source which confirms her parentage and marriage has not been identified. Gerhard [IX] & his wife had children:

i) GERHARD [IX] von Blankenheim (-[28 Jan/14 Jul] 1406). A charter dated 30 Jul 1371 records an alliance agreed between the abbot of Prüm and “Gerhardt von Blanckenheim, Herrn zu Calburgh, und seinen Söhnen Johanne, Gerharde u. Arnolde” against “den Herrn von Boulch und seine Helfer, ausgenommen den Vogt von Hunelstein, as umb ir erve zu Gerhardstein”[576]. A charter dated 1 Oct 1371 records an agreement between “Johann, Herr zu Bolche u. zu Unsildingen, und seine Frau Irmesant von Blanckenheim, Tilman, Herr zu dem Steine, Joannette von Rodenmachern und Gerhardt, Herr und Vogt zu Hunoltzstein” [the inclusion of the last-named has not been explained] and “Herrn Gerharde von Blanckenheim, Herrn zu Castelburgh, und dessen Söhnen Johan, Gerharde und Arnolde, Dieterichen, Abt zu Breume [Prüm] und ihren Helfern” regarding their dispute “von Gerartsteins [Geroltstein]”[577]. Herr zu Kasselburg: “Gerard de Blankenheim seigneur de Castelberg, Gerard et Arnold ses fils, et Baldewin van Oueree” settled disputes with “Henri Beyer de Boppard chevalier et Conrad Beyer son fils” by charter dated 17 Feb 1371 (O.S.)[578]. “Johan und Gerhard von Blankenheim, Gebrüder, Herren zu Castelberg” sold “ihren Hof zu Briedere und zu Poltersdorff” to “den Eheleuten Richarde Hurten von Schonecke, Ritter, und seiner Frau Elsen” by charter dated 21 Dec 1376[579]. “Gerhard von Blankenheim, Herr zu Casselburg, und Liese von Wied, seine Gemahlin” gave guarantees to the archbishop of Trier regarding their fiefs “in und um Uxem (Uexheim)...” by charter dated 30 Sep 1389[580]. "Gerart van Blanckenheim herre zu Castelberch ind zu Gerartsteyne as momber Robrechtz greuen zu Vyrnenborch myns eydoms ind Johannetten van Blanckenheim mynre doechter syns wyffs" exchanged property with “Heynrich greuen ind Kathrynen van Randenroide, greuynnen van Nassauwe...heren Willem van Huerne ind vrouwe Marien van Randenroide herren ind vrouwen van Duffel ind van Herlaer” by charter dated 21 Feb 1391[581]. “Diederich von Dhun, Herr zu Broich, der alte, und Diedrich von Dhune der junge, sein Sohn, und Lucia, des letzten Ehefrau” acknowledged a debt to “dem Herrn Girhardt von Blanckenheim, Herrn zu Casselburgh und zu Girhardtstein, und seiner Frau Lytzen von Wiede” by charter dated 18 Aug 1396[582]. “Gerhart de Blankenheim seigneur de Castelburg et Gerartsteyn” granted revenue “sur ses revenus de Muntzhausen” in fief to “Poisgin de Neuerburg”, by charter dated 14 Jan 1398[583]. Graf von Blankenheim 1404. m (contract 30 Nov 1378) ELISABETH von Wied, daughter of WILHELM [I] von Isenburg Graf von Wied & his second wife Johanna von Jülich (-before 22 May 1426). Europäische Stammtafeln records her parentage, marriage contract date, and date of death[584]. “Gerhard von Blankenheim, Herr zu Casselburg, und Liese von Wied, seine Gemahlin” gave guarantees to the archbishop of Trier regarding their fiefs “in und um Uxem (Uexheim)...” by charter dated 30 Sep 1389[585]. “Diederich von Dhun, Herr zu Broich, der alte, und Diedrich von Dhune der junge, sein Sohn, und Lucia, des letzten Ehefrau” acknowledged a debt to “dem Herrn Girhardt von Blanckenheim, Herrn zu Casselburgh und zu Girhardtstein, und seiner Frau Lytzen von Wiede” by charter dated 18 Aug 1396[586]. Gerhard [IX] & his wife had three children:

(a) JOHANNETTE von Blankenheim (-24 Jun 1392). "Gerart van Blanckenheim herre zu Castelberch ind zu Gerartsteyne as momber Robrechtz greuen zu Vyrnenborch myns eydoms ind Johannetten van Blanckenheim mynre doechter syns wyffs" exchanged property with “Heynrich greuen ind Kathrynen van Randenroide, greuynnen van Nassauwe...heren Willem van Huerne ind vrouwe Marien van Randenroide herren ind vrouwen van Duffel ind van Herlaer” by charter dated 21 Feb 1391[587]. m (before 21 Feb 1391) as his first wife, ROBERT [IV] Graf von Virneburg, son of ADOLF Graf von Virneburg his wife Jutta --- (-1445).

(b) ELISABETH von Blankenheim (-after 22 Jul 1459). The marriage contract between "Gerhart van Blankenheim, Here zo Castelberg, ind zo Gereltzstein...elste...Tochter" and "heren Johanne van Loyn heren zo Heynsberg ind zo Lewenberg...” is dated 18 Oct 1399[588]. Europäische Stammtafeln records her name[589]. m (before 21 Dec 1407) WILHELM von Heinsberg, son of JOHANN [II] Herr zu Jülich und von Heinsberg [Sponheim] & his first wife Margareta von Gennep (-24 Apr 1439). Graf von Blankenheim 1407.

(c) ANNA von Blankenheim (-after 1447). Europäische Stammtafeln records her parentage and two marriages[590]. The corresponding primary sources have not been identified. m firstly (after 1399) FRIEDRICH von Tomberg, son of --- (-before 5 May 1419). m secondly (1421) JOHANN [II] Herr von Schleiden, son of KONRAD [V] Herr von Schleiden & his wife Irmgard van Horn (-before 25 May 1434).

ii) ARNOLD von Blankenheim (-after 17 Feb 1372). "Arnold herre zo Blanckenheim" sold his share in "Helpesteyn, zo Hoesteiden, zo Grymmelickusen und zo Danne" to “heren Gumprechte vayde zo Colne und herre zo Alpheim ind Elyzabet syme...wyue” by charter dated 24 Oct 1369, sealed by “heren Engelbrecht den greuen van der Marke”[591]. A charter dated 30 Jul 1371 records an alliance agreed between the abbot of Prüm and “Gerhardt von Blanckenheim, Herrn zu Calburgh, und seinen Söhnen Johanne, Gerharde u. Arnolde” against “den Herrn von Boulch und seine Helfer, ausgenommen den Vogt von Hunelstein, as umb ir erve zu Gerhardstein”[592]. A charter dated 1 Oct 1371 records an agreement between “Johann, Herr zu Bolche u. zu Unsildingen, und seine Frau Irmesant von Blanckenheim, Tilman, Herr zu dem Steine, Joannette von Rodenmachern und Gerhardt, Herr und Vogt zu Hunoltzstein” and “Herrn Gerharde von Blanckenheim, Herrn zu Castelburgh, und dessen Söhnen Johan, Gerharde und Arnolde, Dieterichen, Abt zu Breume [Prüm] und ihren Helfern” regarding their dispute “von Gerartsteins [Geroltstein]”[593]. “Gerard de Blankenheim seigneur de Castelberg, Gerard et Arnold ses fils, et Baldewin van Oueree” settled disputes with “Henri Beyer de Boppard chevalier et Conrad Beyer son fils” by charter dated 17 Feb 1371 (O.S.)[594].

iii) JOHANN von Blankenheim (-after 21 Dec 1376). A charter dated 30 Jul 1371 records an alliance agreed between the abbot of Prüm and “Gerhardt von Blanckenheim, Herrn zu Calburgh, und seinen Söhnen Johanne, Gerharde u. Arnolde” against “den Herrn von Boulch und seine Helfer, ausgenommen den Vogt von Hunelstein, as umb ir erve zu Gerhardstein”[595]. Johann was presumably named before his two brothers because of his ecclesiastical appointment: Europäische Stammtafeln records him as “(Can v St Marien zu Utrecht 1371)”[596]. A charter dated 1 Oct 1371 records an agreement between “Johann, Herr zu Bolche u. zu Unsildingen, und seine Frau Irmesant von Blanckenheim, Tilman, Herr zu dem Steine, Joannette von Rodenmachern und Gerhardt, Herr und Vogt zu Hunoltzstein” and “Herrn Gerharde von Blanckenheim, Herrn zu Castelburgh, und dessen Söhnen Johan, Gerharde und Arnolde, Dieterichen, Abt zu Breume [Prüm] und ihren Helfern” regarding their dispute “von Gerartsteins [Geroltstein]”[597]. “Johan und Gerhard von Blankenheim, Gebrüder, Herren zu Castelberg” sold “ihren Hof zu Briedere und zu Poltersdorff” to “den Eheleuten Richarde Hurten von Schonecke, Ritter, und seiner Frau Elsen” by charter dated 21 Dec 1376[598].

b) ARNOLD von Blankenheim (-killed in battle Schleiden 18 May 1360). Herr zu Geroltstein. “Arnold von Blankenheim (Blanckenheym) Herr zu Gerolstein (Geroltsteyn) und seine Frau Johannetta von Rodemachern” settled a dispute with “Johann Herrn zu Schönecken (Schonecken)” concerning her dower settled by “Gerhard Herr zu Schönecken”, with the agreement of “seines [=Johanns] Bruders Bonifatius (Fetzies)”, by charter dated 10 Oct 1356, sealed by “(1) Arnold (2) Johannetta sowie auf beider Bitten (3) Wilhelm Herr zu Manderscheid (-scheyt) und (4) dessen Bruder Wilhelm”[599]. m ([late 1355/10 Oct 1356]) as her second husband, JEANNETTE de Rodemack, widow of GERHARD Herr von Schönecken, daughter of JEAN [I] de Rodemack & his wife --- (-after 1398). She married thirdly (1360) Tilmann von Stein (-Kallenfels). Europäische Stammtafeln shows her parentage, third marriage, and date of death[600]. The primary source which confirms the infomation has not been identified. Her family origin is confirmed and her third marriage indicated by the following document: a charter dated 1 Oct 1371 records an agreement between “Johann, Herr zu Bolche u. zu Unsildingen, und seine Frau Irmesant von Blanckenheim, Tilman, Herr zu dem Steine, Joannette von Rodenmachern und Gerhardt, Herr und Vogt zu Hunoltzstein” and “Herrn Gerharde von Blanckenheim, Herrn zu Castelburgh, und dessen Söhnen Johan, Gerharde und Arnolde, Dieterichen, Abt zu Breume [Prüm] und ihren Helfern” regarding their dispute “von Gerartsteins [Geroltstein]”[601].

c) JOHANN von Blankenheim . “Harcraidt Herr von Schonecken” invested “seinen Neffen Johanne von Blanckenheim, Sohn seines Oheims Girhardts Herrn von Blanckenheim” with “allem Gut zu und um Schonawe, ehemals im Besitz des † Wirichs von Zevele” by charter dated 1 Dec 1343[602].

d) ERMESINDE von Blankenheim (-before 29 Feb 1396). Europäische Stammtafeln records her first marriage and marriage date[603]. The primary source which confirms this information has not been identified, although the marriage is indicated by the following document. “Johannes dominus de Bettingen et Valkinstein und seine Frau Yrmesw(anz)” confirmed privileges to “in monte ipsius castri de Bettingen...oppidum” by charter dated 29 Jul 1346[604]. Her parentage and second marriage are indicated by the following document; a charter dated 1 Oct 1371 records an agreement between “Johann, Herr zu Bolche u. zu Unsildingen, und seine Frau Irmesant von Blanckenheim, Tilman, Herr zu dem Steine, Joannette von Rodenmachern und Gerhardt, Herr und Vogt zu Hunolttsein” and “Herrn Gerharde von Blanckenheim, Herrn zu Castelburgh, und dessen Söhnen Johan, Gerharde und Arnolde, Dieterichen, Abt zu Breume [Prüm] und ihren Helfern” regarding their dispute “von Gerartsteins [Geroltstein]”[605]. m firstly (before 29 Jul 1346) as his second wife, JOHANN von Brandenburg Herr von Falkenstein, son of DIETRICH von Neuerburg Herr von Brandenburg & his wife --- (-[14 Apr/21 Dec] 1351). m secondly (before 15 Jun 1355) as his second wife, JEAN de Boulay Herr von Useldingen, son of CONAN Seigneur de Boulay & his wife Johanna [von Useldingen (-1377 or after). .

6. PHILIPPA von Blankenheim . Renn records her parentage and marriage contract (date not readable, dated to [1306/13]), noting that Johann von Dollendorf and Friedrich von Neuerburg promised to obtain a Papal dispensation because of the couple’s 3^o/4^o consanguinity. Renn notes the absence of further references which suggests either that the dispensation was refused and the marriage abandoned or that the bride died[606]. m (contract [1306/13]) as his first wife, GERLACH von Dollendorf Herr von Dollendorf, son of JOHANN Herr von Dollendorf & his wife Lucia von Neuerburg (-[21 Jan 1333/1335]).

C. HERREN von DOLLENDORF, HERREN von KRONENBURG

Dollendorf is located about 10 kilometres south-east of Blankenheim, and a similar distance east of Dahlem, in the present-day German state of Nordrhein-Westfalen. Kronenburg lies about 5 kilometres south-west of Dahlem. Reinick indicates that Kronenburg was inherited by the Dollendorf family “durch Heirath” in the 12th century (no other details given)[607]. The following reconstruction of the Dollendorf/Kronenburg is incomplete and awaits the emergence of other primary source material to confirm additional family members. Fahne, in his genealogical table, names other members of the family (no source citations) whose names and relationships have not been copied below[608]. The Kronenburg family was studied in the early 1950s by Heinz Renn[609]. Renn lists the fiefs included in the Herrschaft Kronenburg, precisely describes the geographical context in which the Herrschaft developed (and on a later page reproduces a map), and lists early sources which refer to Kronenburg area before the first mention of Kronenburg itself in a 1277 charter of Stablo-Malmedy[610].

1. ARNOLD von Dollendorf (-after 1077). Herr von Dollendorf. “Arnoldus dominus castri de Dollendorp super Aram” was named as “judex et advocatus” witnessing a miracle reported by Anno Archbishop of Köln, dated to 1077 in the collection[611].

Two brothers, parents not identified:

1. KONRAD von Dollendorf (-after Feb 1145). “...Cunradus de Dolendorph et Godebertus frater eius...” witnessed the 1145, after 18 Feb, charter under which “Graf Gerhard v. Bonn” donated property to Abtei Siegburg[612]. Their order of names suggests that Konrad was older than his brother.

2. GODEBALD von Dollendorf (-after Feb 1145). “...Godebaldo de Dolendorf” witnessed the 1138 charter under which “Thederich v. Ulfeta” donated property to Abtei Camp[613]. “...Cunradus de Dolendorph et Godebertus frater eius...” witnessed the 1145, after 18 Feb, charter under which “Graf Gerhard v. Bonn” donated property to Abtei Siegburg[614].

Two brothers, parents not identified:

1. GUMPERT von Dollendorf (-after 1190). “...Gumpertus de Dolendorp et Gerardus frater suus...” witnessed the 1190 charter under which “Graf Theodorich v. Widhe” donated property to Köln[615].

2. GERLACH von Dollendorf (-after 1190). “...Gumpertus de Dolendorp et Gerardus frater suus...” witnessed the 1190 charter under which “Graf Theodorich v. Widhe” donated property to Köln[616].

Two brothers, parents not identified:

1. PHILIPP von Dollendorf (-after 1195). “...Ludewicus maioris eccl. canon. et frater eius Philippus de Dollendorp...” witnessed the 1195 charter which records the 1192 purchase of part “eines Allods zu Alsteiden” by the monks “des Klosters ss. Martyrum vor der Stadt Köln”[617].

2. LUDWIG von Dollendorf (-after 1195). Canon at Köln. “...Ludewicus maioris eccl. canon. et frater eius Philippus de Dollendorp...” witnessed the 1195 charter which records the 1192 purchase of part “eines Allods zu Alsteiden” by the monks “des Klosters ss. Martyrum vor der Stadt Köln”[618].

The relationships between the following four persons and the main Dollendorf family have not been ascertained.

1. GERHARD von Dollendorf (-after 1191). “...mag...Gerardus de Dollendorp...” witnessed the 1191 charter under which Bruno Archbishop of Köln donated property to Köln[619].

2. LAMBERT von Dollendorf (-after 1219). Fahne records a charter dated 1219 sealed by “Lambert von Dollendorf, canonicus zu Cöln”[620].

3. ADOLF von Dollendorf (-after 1222). “Adolf von Dollendorf” confirmed holding property “bei der Burg Dollendorf” in fief from Prüm by charter dated 1222[621]. "Henricus comes Seynensis" bequeathed various properties, including "in Valendre" which he had bought from "dominum Adolphum de Dolendorp", by charter dated 1246, donated by his widow in 1247 to the Teutonic Knights[622]. It is probable that Adolf was no longer living at those dates, bearing in mind Gerlach [I]’s mention in 1238 (see below). .

4. HEINRICH von Dollendorf (-after 25 Apr 1234). "…Heinricus miles de Dollendorp” witnessed the charter dated 25 Apr 1234 under which “Elisa nobilis matrona de Hengebach” pledged “redditus molandini...Mazmole” to pay her debts after her death[623].

The primary source which confirms the name of Gerlach’s father has not been identified, although the name Adolf given to his son suggests a close family relationship with Adolf von Dollendorf who is named above. Maybe Adolf was his father or paternal uncle.

1. GERLACH [I] von Dollendorf (-[1254/67]). “Nobiles vero laici, Henricus de Isenburgh, Gerlacus de Dollendorp, Walterus de Brunneshorn…” witnessed the charter dated 1238 under which Konrad Archbishop-elect of Köln confirmed the foundation of a convent at Schweinheim by “Godefridus miles dictus de Toneburgh”[624]. Fahne cites charters dated 1246, 1253 and 1254 in which he was named[625]. Fahne names his wife “Wittwe 1271” (no source citation)[626]. Gerlach [I] presumably died before 1267 when his wife was named as guarantor in the charters cited below. m (before 1238) MECHTILD von Isenburg, daughter of HEINRICH [I] Burggraf von Isenburg & his first wife --- [von Büdingen] (-after 5 Jan 1279). Her husband’s involvement with her brother in the 1238 charter cited above suggests that the couple was already married at the time. Fahne names her “Mathilde von Limburg 1267, Wittwe 1271” (no source citation)[627]. Her family origin is confirmed by the following documents. “Gerlach Herr von Limpurch (an der Lahn), seine Gemahlin Imagina, ihre Söhne Johann, Gerlach und Heinrich, sowie ihr Schwiegersohn Heinrich Herr v. Runkel und v. Westerburch” agreed with “Friderich Herrn von Blanckenheim und dessen Söhnen Gerard und Arnold” concerning property previously held by “Gräfin Agnes v. (Blies-)Castel” at “Mensvelden und Metterich”, by charter dated 1267, sealed by “...seinem [=Gerlachs v. Limburg] Bruder Heinrich v. Mulenarke und seiner Schwester Mehtilde Frau v. Dollendorp”[628]. “Mechtilde Frau v. Dollendorf und ihr Sohn Adolf” guaranteed to “Friderich Herrn v. Blankenheim” performance by “ihr Bruder G. Herr von Limburch” of the previous agreement about the Bliescastel inheritance, by charter dated 1 Jul 1267[629]. Mechtild and her oldest brother, neither of whom had any apparent direct interest in the Bliescastel inheritance, presumably acted as guarantors as the most senior living members of Gerlach von Isenburg-Limburg’s family. "--- relicta Gerlaci quondam domni de Dollendorp, Adolphus et Gerlacus filii nostri, Aleydis eiusdem filii nostri Gerlaci uxor" renounced rights in property of "nobilem matronam domnam Methildem quondam comitissam Seinensem...de Vallendar" by charter dated 5 Jan 1278 (O.S.)[630]. Gerlach [I] & his wife had [five] children:

a) GERLACH [II] von Dollendorf (-[28 Sep/Nov] 1307). His parentage is confirmed by his mother’s 1279 charter. Herr von Dollendorf: “Gerlacus dominus de Dollindorp” granted “quartam partem bonorum nostrorum in Gladebach...necnon bona...apud Wuldorp et apud Heymberch” to Walram Graf von Jülich by charter dated 17 Mar 1278 (O.S.?)[631]. Herr von Kronenburg (the circumstances in which Gerlach acquired Kronenburg have not been ascertained): “Gerlach von Dollendorf” acknowledged holding “seine Schlösser Dollendorf und Cronenberg” in fief from Siegfried Archbishop of Köln, to obtain his release from prison, with the agreement of “Gerlachs Frau, Aleid und dessen Bruder Adolf”, by charter dated 7 Dec 1278[632]. "--- relicta Gerlaci quondam domni de Dollendorp, Adolphus et Gerlacus filii nostri, Aleydis eiusdem filii nostri Gerlaci uxor" renounced rights in property of "nobilem matronam domnam Methildem quondam comitissam Seinensem...de Vallendar" by charter dated 5 Jan 1278 (O.S.)[633]. "Gerardus comes Juliacensis” and Wicbold Archbishop of Köln appointed “...Gerlacum de Dollendorp...” as arbitrators in a dispute involving “oppidum Nussiense” by charter dated 2 Feb 1297[634]. “Henricum borgravium de Drakenvels” by charter dated 14 Mar 1300, witnessed by “nobilium virorum Johannis de Ryferscheyt et Gerlaci de Dollendorp dominorum”[635]. Jean II Duke of Brabant and Wicbold Archbishop of Köln made an alliance, naming (as the archbishop’s representatives) "Ludolfum de Dicka canonicum Coloniensem, nobiles viros Gherlacum de Dollendorp, Johannem de Riperscheit, dominos…” to resolve any disputes, by charter dated 14 Aug 1300[636]. “Cerlacus de Dollendorf dominus de Cronenberch” swore allegiance to the comte de Luxembourg for “castrum sive domum nostrum de Cronenberch”, in the presence of “Adulphus prior Marrensis...frater germanus domini Gerlaci...Theodericus de Cronemberch filius dicti domini Gerlaci...milites”, by charter dated 15 Aug 1306[637]. A charter dated 29 Nov 1306 records “Gerlacus dominus de Cronenberch et Richardis eius uxor” agreeing to hold “castrum de Croneburch cum...sitis in Eyflia et in Ardenna” in fief from Henri VII Comte de Luxembourg, at a rent arbitrated by “nobilium virorum Roberti domini de Useldingin, Johannis Walerami domini de Celobrio et Thilemanni de Croneberch militum”[638]. “Gerlacus dominus de Cronemberch miles” exchanged property with Henri VII de Luxembourg, and clarified the rights of “nostris liberis ex primo matrimonio genitis...et Rykardis uxor nostra et eius liberi...”, by charter dated 13 Jan 1306 (O.S.)[639]. Fahne records that Gerlach was last named in 1307[640]. Renn cites charters dated 3 Nov 1302, 22 Apr 1304, Apr 1306, 6 Feb 1307, and 28 Sep 1307 in which Gerlach was named, noting that his son was named without his father in Nov 1307[641]. m firstly ([after 1267]) ADELHEID von Arnsberg, daughter GOTTFRIED [III] Graf von Arnsberg & his second wife Adelheid von Blieskastel (-after Jan 1281). “Gerlach von Dollendorf” acknowledged holding “seine Schlösser Dollendorf und Cronenberg” in fief from Siegfried Archbishop of Köln, to obtain his release from prison, with the agreement of “Gerlachs Frau, Aleid und dessen Bruder Adolf”, by charter dated 7 Dec 1278[642]. "--- relicta Gerlaci quondam domni de Dollendorp, Adolphus et Gerlacus filii nostri, Aleydis eiusdem filii nostri Gerlaci uxor" renounced rights in property of "nobilem matronam domnam Methildem quondam comitissam Seinensem...de Vallendar" by charter dated 5 Jan 1278 (O.S.)[643]. The Eiflia Illustrata indicates that she was “die Erbin der Herrschaft Croneberg” (no source citation)[644]. Fahne names her “Erbin zu Cronenburg, 1298” (no source citation)[645]. Renn indicates that this suggestion is incorrect as “Graf Ludwig von Arlisberg” granted rights inherited from their parents “an die Grafschaft Castel” to “seiner Schwester Aleyde, Gemahlin Gerhards Herrn von Dollendorf” by charter dated Jan 1281[646]. Her husband’s absence from the 1267 charters cited above relating to the Bliescastel inheritance suggests that he married after that date. m secondly ([1285/90?]) RICHARDIS von Kleve, daughter of DIETRICH “Luf” von Kleve Heer van Dinslaken en Wesel, Graf von Saarbrücken & [his second wife ---] ([1271/75?]-after 23 Apr 1325). Her parentage and marriage are confirmed by the charter dated 22 Jul 1300 under which "Theodericus comes Clevensis et Otto eius primogenitus" reached agreement with "Gerlacum dominum de Dollendorp, maritum Rycharde consanguine nostre, filie quondam domini Theoderici dicti Loyf bone memorie patrui nostri"[647]. Follow her hyperlink for discussion about the possible identity of her mother. Renn cites a charter dated 22 Apr 1304 in which she is named with her husband[648]. A charter dated 29 Nov 1306 records “Gerlacus dominus de Cronenberch et Richardis eius uxor” agreeing to hold “castrum de Croneburch cum...sitis in Eyflia et in Ardenna” in fief from Henri VII Comte de Luxembourg, at a rent arbitrated by “nobilium virorum Roberti domini de Useldingin, Johannis Walerami domini de Celobrio et Thilemanni de Croneberch militum”[649]. “Richardis, Witwe des Edelherrn Gerlach von Dollendorf, und ihre drei Söhne Dietrich Loyf, Junker zu Gladbach, Gerlach Kanoniker zu St. Gereon in Köln, und Johannes” sold property to Siegburg abbey by charter dated 23 Apr 1325[650]. Gerlach [II] & his first wife had two children:

i) JOHANN von Dollendorf (-after 26 Oct 1327). Johann “miles filius Gerlaci militis de Dollendorp” was named in a charter dated 1302[651]. Herr von Dollendorf. A charter dated 29 Nov 1307 settled a succession dispute between “Dietrich von Cronenburg mit seinem Bruder Johann von Dollendorf und dessen ältestem Sohne Friedrich”[652].

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ii) LISA von Dollendorf ). Renn records that the 29 Nov 1307 cited above, settling the succession dispute between “Dietrich von Cronenburg mit seinem Bruder Johann von Dollendorf und dessen ältestem Sohne Friedrich”, names “Johann von Brunshorn, der Schwager der beiden sich befehdenden Brüder” who married “deren Schwester Lise” (Renn also names the couple’s five children)[653]. If the birth date of her son Gerlach is correctly estimated to [1285/90], Lisa was born from her father’s first marriage. m ([1284/89?]) JOHANN von Braunshorn, son of --- (-[18 Apr/19 Jun] 1346).

Gerlach [II] & his [first/second] wife had [four] children (no sources have been found which confirm their mother’s identity, and the chronological indications are insufficient to approximate their birth dates with any certainty. Their absence from the 23 Apr 1325 charter of their father’s second wife, cited above, (when Heinrich at least was still alive) suggests that they were children of his first marriage):

iii) GERLACH von Dollendorf (-before 1306). Renn records his parentage, noting that his father unsuccessfully proposed Gerlach to succeed his paternal uncle Albert as “Pfarrer von Erp” and that he was deceased in 1306[654].

iv) [--- von Dollendorf . Renn records that, after the death of his brother Gerlach, their father another unnamed son as “Pfarrer von Erp”, suggesting he may have been the same son as Heinrich who is named below[655].]

v) HEINRICH von Dollendorf . Canon at Köln St Gereon 1329.

vi) TILMANN von Dollendorf (-after 29 Nov 1306). “Gerlacus dominus de Croninberg, eius fidelis” wrote to “comiti Luccelb[urgensi] domino suo”, delivered by “Tilmann filium nostrum”, by charter dated 3 Apr 1306[656]. A charter dated 29 Nov 1306 records “Gerlacus dominus de Cronenberch et Richardis eius uxor” agreeing to hold “castrum de Croneburch cum...sitis in Eyflia et in Ardenna” in fief from Henri VII Comte de Luxembourg, at a rent arbitrated by “nobilium virorum Roberti domini de Useldingin, Johannis Walerami domini de Celobrio et Thilemanni de Croneberch militum”[657].

Gerlach [II] & his second wife had four children:

vii) DIETRICH “Luf” von Dollendorf (-after 1 Feb 1331). “Cerlacus de Dollendorf dominus de Cronenberch” swore allegiance to the comte de Luxembourg for “castrum sive domum nostrum de Cronenberch”, in the presence of “Adulphus prior Marrensis...frater germanus domini Gerlaci...Theodericus de Cronemberch filius dicti domini Gerlaci...milites”, by charter dated 15 Aug 1306[658]. A charter dated 29 Nov 1307 settled a succession dispute between “Dietrich von Cronenburg mit seinem Bruder Johann von Dollendorf und dessen ältestem Sohne Friedrich”[659]. Although the source does not specify Dietrich’s mother, it is reasonable to suppose that the dispute arose because the two sons were born from different marriages. This suggestion is confirmed by the reference to “Luf” in the following document, presumably a name adopted by Dietrich after his maternal grandfather: a charter dated 29 Oct 1317 records “Luf von Dollendorf” complaining of the actions of the archbishop of Köln “zu Wichterich”[660]. Fahne records “Theoderich, genannt Luf, Ritter von Cronenburg” as “Herr zu Gladbach” selling “die Vogtei Euwenheim der Abtei Siegburg” in 1317[661]. “Richardis, Witwe des Edelherrn Gerlach von Dollendorf, und ihre drei Söhne Dietrich Loyf, Junker zu Gladbach, Gerlach Kanoniker zu St. Gereon in Köln, und Johannes” sold property to Siegburg abbey by charter dated 23 Apr 1325[662]. “Deydericus dictus Loef, vir nobilis de Dollendorp, commorans in Gladenbach [Gladbach]” declared his homage to Willem III Count of Holland and Hainaut, for payments secured against various pieces of land “prochie in Gladebach sitas...”, by charter dated 1 Feb 1330 (O.S.)[663]. No record has been found of Dietrich leaving descendants.

viii) GERLACH von Dollendorf (-after 23 Apr 1325). Canon at Köln St Gereon: “Richardis, Witwe des Edelherrn Gerlach von Dollendorf, und ihre drei Söhne Dietrich Loyf, Junker zu Gladbach, Gerlach Kanoniker zu St. Gereon in Köln, und Johannes” sold property to Siegburg abbey by charter dated 23 Apr 1325[664].

ix) JOHANN von Dollendorf (-23 Apr 1325). “Richardis, Witwe des Edelherrn Gerlach von Dollendorf, und ihre drei Söhne Dietrich Loyf, Junker zu Gladbach, Gerlach Kanoniker zu St. Gereon in Köln, und Johannes” sold property to Siegburg abbey by charter dated 23 Apr 1325[665].

x) RICHARDIS von Dollendorf . Bert M. Kamp confirmed her parentage[666].

b) ADOLF von Dollendorf (-after 1321). “Mechtilde Frau v. Dollendorf und ihr Sohn Adolf” guaranteed to “Friderich Herrn v. Blankenheim” performance by “ihr Bruder G. Herr von Limburch” of the previous agreement [see above] about the Bliescastel inheritance, by charter dated 1 Jul 1267[667]. “Gerlach von Dollendorf” acknowledged holding “seine Schlösser Dollendorf und Cronenberg” in fief from Siegfried Archbishop of Köln, to obtain his release from prison, with the agreement of “Gerlachs Frau, Aleid und dessen Bruder Adolf”, by charter dated 7 Dec 1278[668]. "--- relicta Gerlaci quondam domni de Dollendorp, Adolphus et Gerlacus filii nostri, Aleydis eiusdem filii nostri Gerlaci uxor" renounced rights in property of "nobilem matronam domnam Methildem quondam comitissam Seinensem...de Vallendar" by charter dated 5 Jan 1278 (O.S.)[669]. Renn cites charters which record Adolf’s ecclesiastical appòintments, dated 1287 (canon at Köln St Gereon), 1289 (“Pfarrer in Alendorf”), 19 Mar 1290 (monk at Steinfeld), 1298-1304 (abbot of Steinfeld), until 1321 (prior in Reichenstein, abbot in Knechtsteden)[670]. “Cerlacus de Dollendorf dominus de Cronenberch” swore allegiance to the comte de Luxembourg for “castrum sive domum nostrum de Cronenberch”, in the presence of “Adulphus prior Marrensis...frater germanus domini Gerlaci...Theodericus de Cronemberch filius dicti domini Gerlaci...milites”, by charter dated 15 Aug 1306[671].

c) HEINRICH von Dollendorf (-[1305/28 Sep 1307). Renn records Heinrich as “Kämmerer von St Gereon”, and his death before 28 Sep 1307[672].

d) ALBERT von Dollendorf (-[1299]). Renn records Albert as canon at Bonn and a priest at Erp, suggesting that he probably died in 1299, citing a charter dated Jan 1300 which records a donation for his soul[673].

e) [AGNES von Dollendorf (-after 1289). Renn suggests that Agnes, nun at Frauenkron in 1289, may have been the daughter of Gerlach [I][674].]

JOHANN von Dollendorf, son of GERLACH [II] Herr von Dollendorf und Kronenburg & his first wife Adelheid von Arnsberg (-after 26 Oct 1327). Johann “miles filius Gerlaci militis de Dollendorp” was named in a charter dated 1302[675]. Herr von Dollendorf. “Johannes dominus de Dollendorf miles” swore allegiance to the comte de Luxembourg for “castrum nostrum sive domum de Dollendorf” by charter dated 20 Aug 1306[676]. A charter dated 29 Nov 1307 settled a succession dispute between “Dietrich von Cronenburg mit seinem Bruder Johann von Dollendorf und dessen ältestem Sohne Friedrich”[677]. Johann and his wife Lucia committed revenue from Dahlen and Linzfeld to Gerhard von Blankenheim, as part of settlement for their disputes (undated by Renn)[678]. Renn records charters dated 25 Nov 1317 and 26 Oct 1327 in which Johann was named[679]. He is named in his sons’ 1322 charter cited below, but presumably died before 1327 the date of the charter of two of his sons cited below.

m LUCIA von Neuerburg , daughter of [FRIEDRICH [III] Herr von Neuerburg [Vianden] & his wife ---] ([1265/75?]-). Johann and his wife Lucia committed revenue from Dahlen and Linzfeld to Gerhard von Blankenheim, as part of settlement for their disputes (undated by Renn)[680]. Leo records that “Lucia”, daughter of Friedrich [III], married “Herrn Johann von Dollendorf” (no source citations)[681]. The chronology suggests that Lucia could have been either the sister or the daughter of Friedrich [III] von Neuerburg. The 1327 charter cited below, between “den Gebrüdern Friedrich von Cronenburg und Gerlach von Dollendorf”, was sealed by “Friedrich von Neuerburg avunculum nostrum”[682], which suggests that their mother was Friedrich [III]’s sister. Another possibility is that the later sources linked to Friedrich [III] (shown in the document LUXEMBOURG, SALM) in fact relate to his son, an otherwise unrecorded Friedrich [IV], and that Lucia was sister of the latter. This suggestion appears compatible with the chronology of the Neuerburg family, although the matter is complicated by a 14 Feb 1325 charter, under which her sons Friedrich [I] von Dollendorf, Gerlach and Konrad paid sums to their brother Gottfried, which (as reported by Renn: he does not quote the full text) names their “avus” Friedrich von Neuerburg[683]. One source therefore names Friedrich their “avunculus” and another their “avus”, although as suggested in the document LUXEMBOURG, the earlier charter refers to Friedrich [III] and the later to Friedrich [IV]. The primary source which directly confirm Lucia’s precise parentage has not been identified, although her descendants’ inheritance of Neuerburg establishes her connection with Friedrich [III] von Neuerburg. Lucia’s estimated birth date is based on the estimated birth date of her son Friedrich [I]. No indication has been found of the date of Lucia’s death.

Johann & his wife had four children:

1. FRIEDRICH [I] von Dollendorf ([1280/90?]-1342, after 1 May). A charter dated 29 Nov 1307 records an agreement between “Dietrich von Cronenburg mit seinem Bruder Johann von Dollendorf und dessen ältestem Sohne Friedrich” (no source citation)[684]. His suggested birth date is based on the suggested birth date of his eldest son. A charter dated 29 Oct 1317 records “Friedrich von Dollendorf” and his service for the archbishop of Köln “in Westfalen”[685]. Herr von Kronenburg. “Friedrich von Neuerburg” reached agreement with “seinen Enkeln, Friedrich von Cronenburg, Gerlach von Dollendorf, Konrad, Pfarrer zu Dollendorf, und Gottfried...Söhne Johanns von Dollendorf” who agreed payments to each and to their father, by charter dated 1322[686]. An agreement dated 1327 between “den Gebrüdern Friedrich von Cronenburg und Gerlach von Dollendorf” was sealed by “Friedrich von Neuerburg avunculum nostrum”[687]. “Gerlach von Dollendorf” confirmed an agreement between “seinem Bruder Friedrich von Cronenburg” and “den Herren von Blankenheim, Arnold und Gerhard” concerning “des Dorfes Ormont”, in which “Friedrich, seine Gattin Mathilde und Friedrich, sein Erstgeborner” renounced rights, by charter dated [26/27] Jul 1327 (“crastino beati Pantaleonis Martyris”)[688]. “Friedrich von Cronenburg, Mathilde, seine Gemahlin, und Friedrich, ihr ältester Sohn” renounced rights over “Linzfeld” in favour of “Herrn Arnolds von Blankenheim” by charter dated 1328 “des Gudissdays vuir Palmyn” [24/26 Mar?][689]. Herr von der Neuerburg: Leo records that “Friedrich von Dollendorf und Cronenburg”, son of Johann von Dollendorf and his wife Lucia, sold “die Burgen Esch und Neuerburg” to Jan King of Bohemia, Comte de Luxembourg and Heinrich [II] Graf von Vianden in 1332[690]. This sale of Neuerburg appears confirmed by the following document: “Henri Comte de Vianden”, having bought “la seigneurie de Neurbourg”, confirmed privileges to “nos...bourgeois et à toute la communauté de Neuerbourg” by charter dated late-Oct 1339[691]. “Friedrich und sein ältester Sohn gleiches Namens” settled disputes with “Edmund von Ulmen, custos der Prümchen Kirche”, confirmed by “Nikolaus genannt Brabantz Herr von Ulmen, Edmunds Bruder”, by charter dated 1332[692]. “Friedrich von Cronenburg der ältere” and “Ludwig von Vianden, Propst von Münstereifel” indemnified “Gerlach von Dollendorf des ältern Friedrichs Bruder”, who had guaranteed money lent by the Lombards at Zülpich to Friedrich his brother “um seinen Sohn Friedrich aus der Gefangenschaft zu erlösen”, by charter dated 21 Jan 1332 (O.S.?)[693]. A charter dated [late Feb] 1335 (O.S.?) records a dispute between “Friedrich [von Cronenburg der ältere] und sein jüngerer Sohn Godewart oder Gottfied” and “der Frau von Dollendorf und deren Söhnen Heinrich und Friedrich”, arbitrated by “Ludwig von Vianden Probst zu Münstereifel...”[694]. Schannat describes other charters dated in the 1330s in which Friedrich is named[695]. Louis Count of Flanders granted revenue to “Ferry de Neufchatel seigneur de Croneberghe” by charter dated 1338[696]. Herr von Esch [an der Sauer] (part): a charter dated 30 May 1339 records an agreement between “Frédéric seigneur de Croninberch et Frédéric, son fils, seigneur de Neuerburch” and “Jean seigneur de Valkinsteyn et Herman seigneur de Brandinburch” whereby each party held “la seigneurie d’Esch par moitié”[697]. "Fridericus dominus de Cronenberg et de Nuwerbergh miles" confirmed holding "castro meo Cronenbergh" in fief from Walram Archbishop of Köln and Jan King of Bohemia Comte de Luxembourg, with property "in villis Gladbach, Lutzheim et Morsen" as collateral, by charter dated 1 May 1342[698]. “Friedrich I und sein Sohn Friedrich” supported Philippe VI King of France against Edward III King of England by charter dated 1342[699]. Friedrich [I] presumably died in 1342, in light of the charter of that date which names two of his sons cited below. m MATHILDE, daughter of ---. “Gerlach von Dollendorf” confirmed an agreement between “seinem Bruder Friedrich von Cronenburg” and “den Herren von Blankenheim, Arnold und Gerhard” concerning “des Dorfes Ormont”, in which “Friedrich, seine Gattin Mathilde und Friedrich, sein Erstgeborner” renounced rights, by charter dated [26/27] Jul 1327 (“crastino beati Pantaleonis Martyris”)[700]. “Friedrich von Cronenburg, Mathilde, seine Gemahlin, und Friedrich, ihr ältester Sohn” renounced rights over “Linzfeld” in favour of “Herrn Arnolds von Blankenheim” by charter dated 1328 “des Gudissdays vuir Palmyn” [24/26 Mar?][701]. The primary source which confirms Mathilde’s family origin has not been identified. Milmeister indicates that she was the daughter of Philipp [II] Graf von Vianden and his wife Adelheid von Arnsberg[702]. Mathilde’s son Friedrich [II] von Dollendorf was named in 1327 (other sources dated from 1333 cited below suggesting that he was probably a young adult at the time) which suggests that Milmeister’s suggestion is chronologically impossible considering the likely birth dates of Philipp [II]’s children (see the document LUXEMBOURG). Milmeister bases his case on the charter dated 23 May 1356 under which "Wilhelm…marcgreue zu Guilge" reached agreement with "unser niechten vrauwe Aleyde greuinnen van Nassauwe, yren kynden ind yren eruen, heren Frederiche heirren zu Cronenberch ind heren Goedarde heirren zu Wyltz" to divide the half share of "Wilhelme greuen zu Namen" in the inheritance of the late "unsme neiuen greue Lodewiche van Vyanden" by charter dated 23 May 1356[703]. The family relationship (“unser niechten”) between Wilhelm Markgraf von Jülich and “Aleyde greuinnen van Nassauwe” [Adelheid, daughter of Philipp [II] Graf von Vianden and Adelheid von Arnsberg] is explained because her maternal grandmother was a member of the Jülich family. Any family relationships between the Vianden family and "...heren Frederiche heirren zu Cronenberch ind heren Goedarde heirren zu Wyltz" are harder to ascertain (see LUXEMBOURG for a fuller discussion of the question). Another indication of Mathilde’s family origin is suggested by Renn, who highlights a 1353 charter in which her son Friedrich [II] names “die Frau von Bolland seine Muhme”, identifying her as “Richardis von Bolland” (the charter also names her son “Arnold Herr zu Bolland und Raele”, who is also named in a 1362 charter: see Fahne for this family[704]) and suggesting that she may have been Mathilde’s sister[705]. Renn then suggests that “ich halte es für wahrscheinlich” that Mathilde (and presumably therefore Richardis) “aus dem Hause Vianden stammt”[706], but he does not analyse the chronology of the successive Vianden generations to suggest which specific descent could be plausible. He notes a charter dated 7 May 1357 in which “Jean comte de Nassau [et]...son frère” confirmed compensation agreed by “Guillaume Comte de Namur coupable du meurtre de Louis comte de Vianden leur oncle”, with the consent of “Adelaïde de Vianden comtesse de Nassau, de Guillaume duc de Julliers et comte de Fauquemont, de Ferry sire de Croneberg et de Neufchâtel, et de Godefroid sire de Weis, parents et amis de la victime”[707], as well as the 23 May 1356 charter quoted above. A potential difficulty with Renn’s hypothesis is the descent of Friedrich [I]’s mother from the Vianden family, which may in itself have been sufficient to describe Friedrich [II] as “parent” of the deceased Louis Comte de Vianden. Friedrich [I] & his wife had four children:

a) FRIEDRICH [II] von Dollendorf ([1310/15?]-[7 May 1357/13 Jan 1358]). “Gerlach von Dollendorf” confirmed an agreement between “seinem Bruder Friedrich von Cronenburg” and “den Herren von Blankenheim, Arnold und Gerhard” concerning “des Dorfes Ormont”, in which “Friedrich, seine Gattin Mathilde und Friedrich, sein Erstgeborner” renounced rights, by charter dated [26/27] Jul 1327 (“crastino beati Pantaleonis Martyris”)[708]. Herr von Kronenburg. Herr zu Neuerburg.

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b) GOTTHARD [Godwart/Gottfried] von Dollendorf (-[26 Dec 1349/7 Jun 1351]). A charter dated [late Feb] 1335 (O.S.?) records a dispute between “Friedrich [von Cronenburg der ältere] und sein jüngerer Sohn Godewart oder Gottfied” and “der Frau von Dollendorf und deren Söhnen Heinrich und Friedrich”, arbitrated by “Ludwig von Vianden Probst zu Münstereifel...”[709]. “Friedrich Herr von Cronenburg” and “seinem Bruder Goeduart” agreed the succession of “ihres Bruders Johann” by charter dated 17 Apr 1349 (“neestin Frydagis na Osterdage”), sealed by “...Herrmann von Brandenburg”[710]. He died before his wife’s 7 Jun 1351 charter. “Megtholt dame d’Arberg” [wife of Engelbert [II] Graf von der Mark] settled disputes with “sire Richart seigneur de Dune” by charter dated 26 Dec 1349, sealed by “Godart seigneur de Cronenbourg son beau-frère”[711]. m IRMESINDE, daughter of --- (-before Mar 1353). Renn records her marriage, noting a charter dated 7 Jun 1351 after her husband’s death in which his brother Friedrich agreed her succession, and a charter dated Mar 1353 in which she was recorded as deceased[712]. A clue about Irmesinde’s family origin may be provided by the 26 Dec 1340 charter cited above under her husband. It is chronologically impossible that Gotthard was “beau-frère” of Mechtild von Arberg, but maybe the term used in the summary of the document was a translation of the German “Schwager” (or equivalent), which could be used to indicate a more remote relationship by marriage. If that is correct, Gotthard’s wife may have been descended from Mechtild von Arberg.

c) JOHANN von Dollendorf “von Goistorp” (-[1342/17 Apr 1349]). “Friedrich [von Cronenburg]” promised annual payments from “Elsig” to “seinem Bruder Johann von Cronenberg genannt von Goystorp”, and granted him “aller Güter und Rechte zu Goystorp” for life, by charter dated 1342, “des feysten Dagis na des heyligen Kirstz Dage”, sealed by “Walram Erzbischof von Köln...der Jungherr Godenart van Vyanden, ein Momper der Graffschaf van Vyanden...”[713]. He is named as deceased in the 17 Apr 1349 charter of his brothers, cited above.

d) ADELHEID von Dollendorf . The marriage contract between “Frédéric seigneur de Cronenberch chevalier...sa fille Aleyde” and “Roprecht de Mengen, fils de feu Jean de Mengen chealier”, naming the guarantors, is dated 10 Nov 1331[714]. Renn records her second marriage with “Perrin von Dorsweiler” who was named with his brother-in-law Godwart in a charter dated Jan 1344[715]. m firstly (contract 10 Nov 1331) RUPRECHT von Mengen, son of JOHANN von Mengen & his wife --- (-after 30 Jun 1336). The testament of “Robert de Mengues chevalier” is dated 30 Jun 1336, witnessed by “Thierri abbé de St-Martin ai lai Gland frère du testateur”[716]. m secondly (before Jan 1344) PERRIN von Dorsweiler, son of --- (-after Jan 1344).

2. GERLACH von Dollendorf (-[21 Jan 1333/1335]). “Friedrich von Neuerburg” reached agreement with “seinen Enkeln, Friedrich von Cronenburg, Gerlach von Dollendorf, Konrad, Pfarrer zu Dollendorf, und Gottfried...Söhne Johanns von Dollendorf”, who agreed payments to each other and to their father, by charter dated 1322[717]. Herr von Dollendorf. An agreement dated 1327 between “den Gebrüdern Friedrich von Cronenburg und Gerlach von Dollendorf” was sealed by “Friedrich von Neuerburg avunculum nostrum”[718]. Under a charter dated [26/27] Jul 1327 (“crastino beati Pantaleonis Martyris”) “Gerlach von Dollendorf” confirmed an agreement between “seinem Bruder Friedrich von Cronenburg” and “den Herren von Blankenheim, Arnold und Gerhard” concerning “des Dorfes Ormont”[719]. Under a charter dated 21 Jan 1332 (O.S.?) between “Friedrich von Cronenburg der ältere” and “Ludwig von Vianden, Propst von Münstereifel” indemnified “Gerlach von Dollendorf des ältern Friedrichs Bruder” who had guaranteed money lent by the Lombards at Zülpich to Friedrich his brother “um seinen Sohn Friedrich aus der Gefangenschaft zu erlösen”[720]. Renn notes that Gerlach was last named in a charter dated 21 Jan 1332 (O.S.?)[721]. m firstly (contract [1306/13]) PHILIPPA von Blankenheim, daughter of GERHARD [V] von Blankenheim & his wife Irmesinde [Irmgard] de Durbuy. Renn records Gerlach’s earlier marriage contract (date not readable, dated to [1306/13]), noting that Johann von Dollendorf and Friedrich von Neuerburg promised to obtain a Papal dispensation because of the couple’s 3^o/4^o consanguinity. Renn notes the absence of further references which suggests either that the dispensation was refused and the marriage abandoned or that the bride died[722]. m secondly ([1315] or before) HEDWIG von Kerpen, daughter of DIETRICH [III] von Kerpen & his wife Margareta von Mörstorf (-after 1338). Fahne records her family origin and marriage, noting that she was named as a widow in 1335[723]. Renn dates the marriage to “spätestens um 1315” and records her parentage[724]. Renn records charters dated between 1334 and 1338 in which she was named[725]. "Hedwigis domina de Dollendorp et Fridericus eius primogenitus" confirmed holding "castrum nostrum Dollindorp" from the archbishop of Köln by charter dated 15 Jul 1335, sealed by "Conradi domini de Kerpena avunculi mei"[726]. Gerlach & his wife had children:

a) FRIEDRICH von Dollendorf (-1364). Herr von Dollendorf. "Hedwigis domina de Dollendorp et Fridericus eius primogenitus" confirmed holding "castrum nostrum Dollindorp" from the archbishop of Köln by charter dated 15 Jul 1335, sealed by "Conradi domini de Kerpena avunculi mei"[727]. Renn records a 1335 charter under which his mother and “ihr Sohn Friedrich” mortgaged Linzfeld to Tilkin von Hillesheim[728]. Fahne records his parentage, noting a 1344 charter which names him with his wife[729]. m KUNIGUNDE von Sayn, daughter of GOTTFRIED Graf zu Sayn in Homburg & his first wife Sophie von Volmestein (-after 1384). Bärsch/Schannat records a charter dated 1339 in which this couple bought property and other charters dated 1340-41 in which they are named (no source citations)[730]. Fahne records a 1344 charter which names this couple[731].

- HERREN von DOLLENDORF[732].

3. KONRAD von Dollendorf (-after 1322). “Friedrich von Neuerburg” reached agreement with “seinen Enkeln, Friedrich von Cronenburg, Gerlach von Dollendorf, Konrad, Pfarrer zu Dollendorf, und Gottfried...Söhne Johanns von Dollendorf”, who agreed payments to each other and to their father, by charter dated 1322[733].

4. GOTTFRIED von Dollendorf (-after 18 Dec 1357). “Friedrich von Neuerburg” reached agreement with “seinen Enkeln, Friedrich von Cronenburg, Gerlach von Dollendorf, Konrad, Pfarrer zu Dollendorf, und Gottfried...Söhne Johanns von Dollendorf”, who agreed payments to each other and to their father, by charter dated 1322[734]. A charter dated 1339 records a dispute between “Friedrich [von Cronenburg der ältere]...und dessen Gattin Matthilde” and “seinem jüngern Bruder Gottfried...und seine Gattin Katharina”, sealed by “Gottfried von Keurich...Katharinas Neffen, Ludwig von Vianden Probst von Münstereifel und Johann von Falkenstein”[735]. “Scheiffart von Kronenburg, Ritter und Herr zu Berg, sowie Katharina seine Hausfrau” renounced their rights over Kronenburg and Neuenburg in favour of “ihrer Großneffen Friedrich und Peter von Kronenburg und deren Hausfrauen Johanna und Agnes” by charter dated 18 Dec 1357[736]. m CATHERINE de Meysembourg, daughter of --- Seigneur de Meysembourg & his wife Margareta von Berg [bei Ettelbrück] (-after 18 Dec 1357). A charter dated 1339 records a dispute between “Friedrich [von Cronenburg der ältere]...und dessen Gattin Matthilde” and “seinem jüngern Bruder Gottfried...und seine Gattin Katharina”, sealed by “Gottfried von Keurich...Katharinas Neffen...”[737]. Bertholet records that “Marguerite de Bergh veuve de N. de Meyssembourg et Catherine sa fille, femme de Joffroi de Cronenbourg” sold property by charter dated 1342 (no source cited)[738]. Renn identifies her mother’s property as Berg bei Ettelbrück[739]. “Scheiffart von Kronenburg, Ritter und Herr zu Berg, sowie Katharina seine Hausfrau” renounced their rights over Kronenburg and Neuenburg in favour of “ihrer Großneffen Friedrich und Peter von Kronenburg und deren Hausfrauen Johanna und Agnes” by charter dated 18 Dec 1357[740].

Follow this hyperlink to the document LUXEMBOURG (Friedrich [II] von Dollendorf Herr von Kronenburg) for discussion about the relationship between Friedrich [II] and the Vianden family.

FRIEDRICH [II] von Dollendorf, son of FRIEDRICH [I] von Dollendorf Herr von Kronenburg & his wife Mathilde --- ([1310/15?]-[7 May 1357/13 Jan 1358]). “Gerlach von Dollendorf” confirmed an agreement between “seinem Bruder Friedrich von Cronenburg” and “den Herren von Blankenheim, Arnold und Gerhard” concerning “des Dorfes Ormont”, in which “Friedrich, seine Gattin Mathilde und Friedrich, sein Erstgeborner” renounced rights, by charter dated [26/27] Jul 1327 (“crastino beati Pantaleonis Martyris”)[741]. His birth date is estimated on the assumption that he was a young adult at the time, which is suggested by the later documents in which he is named. “Friedrich von Cronenburg, Mathilde, seine Gemahlin, und Friedrich, ihr ältester Sohn” renounced rights over “Linzfeld” in favour of “Herrn Arnolds von Blankenheim” by charter dated 1328 “des Gudissdays vuir Palmyn” [24/26 Mar?][742]. “Friedrich und sein ältester Sohn gleiches Namens” settled disputes with “Edmund von Ulmen, custos der Prümchen Kirche”, confirmed by “Nikolaus genannt Brabantz Herr von Ulmen, Edmunds Bruder”, by charter dated 1332 (no source citation)[743]. Herr zu Neuerburg: “Ferry de Croneberg écuyer seigneur du Neuf-Château en Ardenne, fils de Ferry” granted “en douaire à Annette sa femme, fille de feu Thiébaut de Heu, la moitié de Neufchâtel en Ardenne” by charter dated 27 Oct 1332[744]. “Frédéric, fils aîné de Frédéric, chevalier, seigneur de Cronenberch” indemnified “Walter seigneur de Clervaux”, his guarantor “envers Arnold, sénécha du comté de Luxembourg” by charter dated 11 Nov 1332[745]. “Friedrich von Cronenburg der ältere” and “Ludwig von Vianden, Propst von Münstereifel” indemnified “Gerlach von Dollendorf des ältern Friedrichs Bruder”, who had guaranteed money lent by the Lombards at Zülpich to Friedrich his brother “um seinen Sohn Friedrich aus der Gefangenschaft zu erlösen”, by charter dated 21 Jan 1332 (O.S.?)[746]. Herr von Esch [an der Sauer] (part): a charter dated 30 May 1339 records an agreement between “Frédéric seigneur de Croninberch et Frédéric, son fils, seigneur de Neuerburch” and “Jean seigneur de Valkinsteyn et Herman seigneur de Brandinburch” whereby each party held “la seigneurie d’Esch par moitié”[747]. “Friedrich I und sein Sohn Friedrich” supported Philippe VI King of France against Edward III King of England by charter dated 1342[748]. Herr von Kronenburg. “Friedrich [von Cronenburg]” promised annual payments from “Elsig” to “seinem Bruder Johann von Cronenberg genannt von Goystorp”, and granted him “aller Güter und Rechte zu Goystorp” for life, by charter dated 1342, “des feysten Dagis na des heyligen Kirstz Dage”, sealed by “Walram Erzbischof von Köln...der Jungherr Godenart van Vyanden, ein Momper der Graffschaf van Vyanden...”[749]. “Frédéric seigneur de Neuerbourg” declared that “Hermann seigneur de Brandenbourg son neveu” guaranteed his sale of “un village...Eylsich” to the Markgraf von Jülich by charter dated 1344[750]. Fahne records that “Friedrich, Herr von D. mit seiner genannten Frau Cunigunde” mortgaged property “in der Vorburg zu Wildenburg” by charter dated 1344[751]. Dietrich Abbot of Prüm named “Friedrich Herr von Cronenburg und zu der Nuwerburch, zu seinen und des Klosters Mann” and promised him annual payments by charter dated [18 Apr] 1346 (“des naisten Dinstages nach Osterdage”)[752]. “Friedrich Herr von Cronenburg” and “seinem Bruder Goeduart” agreed the succession of “ihres Bruders Johann” by charter dated 17 Apr 1349 (“neestin Frydagis na Osterdage”), sealed by “...Herrmann von Brandenburg”[753]. “Godfried von Vianden Kanoniker in Köln” bequeathed all his property to [his niece and her husband] “Simon und Maria” by charter dated [18 Oct 1352?], sealed by “...Friedrich Herr von Kronenburg und Neuerburg...”[754]. "Wilhelm…marcgreue zu Guilge" reached agreement with "unser niechten vrauwe Aleyde greuinnen van Nassauwe, yren kynden ind yren eruen, heren Frederiche heirren zu Cronenberch ind heren Goedarde heirren zu Wyltz" to divide the half share of "Wilhelme greuen zu Namen" in the inheritance of the late "unsme neiuen greue Lodewiche van Vyanden" by charter dated 23 May 1356[755]. Renn records a charter dated 8 Apr 1357 as the last document in which Friedrich [II] was named was named[756], although he seems also to have been named in the 7 May 1357 charter cited above under his mother. He died before the 13 Jan 1358 charter of his wife cited below.

m (before 27 Oct 1332) AMIETTE de Heu, daughter of THIBAUT de Heu & his second wife Alice de la Cour (-after 11 Aug 1360). “Ferry de Croneberg écuyer seigneur du Neuf-Château en Ardenne, fils de Ferry” granted “en douaire à Annette sa femme, fille de feu Thiébaut de Heu, la moitié de Neufchâtel en Ardenne” by charter dated 27 Oct 1332[757]. Renn, naming her “die reiche Patriziertochter”, records her parentage with background about her family[758]. Fahne names her “Amiette von Hamm”[759]. Fahne records that “Friedrich, Herr zu Cronenberg mit seiner Frau Amietta” bought “²/₃ des Dorfes Eylsich” from the Markgraf von Jülich by charter dated 23 Sep 1344[760]. Vannérus cites charters in which she was named dated 13 Jan 1358 (N.S.) (“Anne veuve de Ferry de Cronenbourg chevalier”), 9 Jul 1358 (“Friederich here zu der Nuwerburg ritter et Amyette sa femme” ceded revenue from Dalhem to the archbishop of Trier), and 8 Apr 1360 (“feu Ferry de Cronenbourg et Amie sa femme”)[761]. “Pierre et Godard frères, seigneurs de Cronenburg et Nuwerburg...pour eux et Amiette leur mère” indemnified “Welter seigneur de Clervaux”, as “caution envers Catherine, abbesse de S. Claire à Echternach”, by charter dated 11 Aug 1360[762].

Friedrich [II] & his wife had four children:

1. FRIEDRICH [III] von Dollendorf (-[18 Dec 1357/27 Jul 1360] or after 25 May 1372). Vannérus records his parentage, suggesting that he may have been joint Herr von Esch, and death childless[763]. Herr von Kronenburg und Neuerburg. “Scheiffart von Kronenburg, Ritter und Herr zu Berg, sowie Katharina seine Hausfrau” renounced their rights over Kronenburg and Neuenburg in favour of “ihrer Großneffen Friedrich und Peter von Kronenburg und deren Hausfrauen Johanna und Agnes” by charter dated 18 Dec 1357[764]. Vannérus suggests that Friedrich died before 27 Jul 1360 when his brother Peter was named as Herr von Kronenburg (see below)[765]. This would be incorrect if Friedrich was the same person named in the following document: “Friderich de Dollendorf” acknowledged owing the pruchase price of a horse to “Michel Poinsissoine de Neuerburg”, naming “comme cautions son oncle Welter de Meysenburch sr de Clervaux et son neveu Jean sr de Brandenberch”, by charter dated 25 May 1372[766]. m JOHANNA von Schleiden, daughter of --- (-after 1357). Vannérus records her family origin and marriage, noting that the couple were named in 1357[767]. While the precise chronology of the Schleiden family is difficult to assess precisely, there seems to be some doubt about Farne’s suggestion from a chronological point of view. Until more information emerges, it is preferable to show her parentage as unproven. “Scheiffart von Kronenburg, Ritter und Herr zu Berg, sowie Katharina seine Hausfrau” renounced their rights over Kronenburg and Neuenburg in favour of “ihrer Großneffen Friedrich und Peter von Kronenburg und deren Hausfrauen Johanna und Agnes” by charter dated 18 Dec 1357[768].

2. PETER von Dollendorf (-[26 Nov 1413/27 Mar 1414]). Herr von Kronenburg und Neuerburg. “Pierre sr de Cronenburg et Neuerburg” indemnified “son oncle Walter sr de Klerve”, as “caution envers Juliane von Eichternachgen, veuve de Pierre Sarrasyn”, by charter dated 27 Jul 1360[769]. “Pierre et Godard frères, seigneurs de Cronenburg et Nuwerburg...pour eux et Amiette leur mère” indemnified “Welter seigneur de Clervaux”, as “caution envers Catherine, abbesse de S. Claire à Echternach”, by charter dated 11 Aug 1360[770]. Herr von Esch (part): a charter dated 6 Nov 1395 records an agreement between “Jean seigneur de Finstingen et Falkensteyn, Pierre seigneur de Cronenburg et Neurbourg, Godefrit de Cronenburg et Jean de Brandenburg, seigneurs d’Esch”, sealed by “Gérard seigneur de Boulay et d’Useldange, de Diederich de Meysenburch seigneur de Clervaux...”[771]. “Peter seigneur de Cronenberg et de Neuerburg et Godart de Cronenberg et de Nuwerburg son frère” confirmed payments received from “Thirey, chapelain de Collin de Heu, leur neveu” by charter dated 29 Dec 1398[772]. Vannérus records other charters dated 4 Dec 1402, 9 Jul 1405, and 4 Apr 1407 in which he was named as Herr von Esch[773]. Vannérus records a charter dated 26 Nov 1413 in which he was named, and notes a charter dated 24 Feb 1418 (N.S.) which names his successor Jean [III] de Rodemack [husband of his granddaughter] as Herr von Kronenburg und Neuerburg[774]. Renn records a document dated 27 Mar 1414 which records his death[775]. m firstly (before 18 Dec 1357) AGNES von Schleiden, daughter of --- (-before Apr 1364). Her family origin is confirmed by the 13 Apr 1364 Papal dispensation for Peter’s marriage with Mechtild van Schoonvorst which was needed because of the latter’s 3^o consanguinity with Peter’s “erste Frau Agnes von Schleiden, mit der er die Ehe durch das Ehegelöbnis geschlossen, aber nicht körperlich vollzogen hatte”[776]. Her precise parentage in the Schleiden family has not been ascertained, but it seems likely that Agnes was the sister of Johanna von Schleiden who marred Friedrich [III] von Dollendorf, Peter’s older brother. Renn suggests her relationship with the Neuenahr family, noting a 1364 charter in which Katharina von Neuenahr named “den Herrn Peter von Kronenburg ihren Schwager”[777]. Fahne names her “Agnes” without specifying her family origin[778]. “Scheiffart von Kronenburg, Ritter und Herr zu Berg, sowie Katharina seine Hausfrau” renounced their rights over Kronenburg and Neuenburg in favour of “ihrer Großneffen Friedrich und Peter von Kronenburg und deren Hausfrauen Johanna und Agnes” by charter dated 18 Dec 1357[779]. m secondly (Papal dispensation 13 Apr 1364, before 1373) MECHTILD Mascherell van Schoonvorst, daughter of REINOUD Mascherell Heer van Schoonvorst & his first wife Katharina von Wildenberg (-[1385/89]). Jacques de Hemricourt names “trois nobles Dames...ly Contesse de Salmes en Ardenne femme al Conte Henry, ly Dame de Croynebergh femme a Monss. Pire de Croynebergh et ly Dame de Contrecour femme al Saingnor de Contrevour en Braibant” as the daughters of “mess. Renars Maxhere...Sires de Schoenvorst et de Monjoye” and his wife “[la] filhe de saingnor de Wilhedenbergh”[780]. Chestret de Haneffe, naming her “Mechtilde (et non Marie)”, records her parentage and marriage, notes that her husband was cited as brother-in-law of Heinrich [VI] Graf von Salm [married to Mechtild’s sister Philippa] in 1373, that the couple were named together in 1385, but that Mechtild was deceased in 1389[781]. m thirdly (1389) HEDWIG von Mörs, daughter of FRIEDRICH Graf von Mörs & his wife Walpurga von Saarwerden (-after 1410). Fahne names her “Hedwig Gräfin von Mörs”, dating the marriage 1389, and with the date 1410[782]. Renn records her parentage[783]. Peter & his second wife had one child:

a) MECHTILD von Dollendorf (-before 1410). Schannat records her parentage and marriage, adding that she brought “Cronenburg und Neuerburg [Neufchastel]” to the marriage[784]. Renn records her possible marriage date and notes the couple’s daughter Irmgard who married Jean Seigneur de Rodemack who inherited Kronenburg and Neuerburg[785]. m ([1391]) GERARD Seigneur de Boulay [Bolchen, Lorraine] Herr von Useldingen, son of --- (-after 1413). Gérard was presumably descended from Conon Seigneur de Boulay, probable husband of Johanna von Useldingen (see the document LUXEMBOURG), but the primary sources which confirm the precise descent have not been identified. One child:

i) IRMGARD de Boulay . Schannat records her parentage and marriage, adding that she brought “Cronenburg und Neuerburg [Neufchastel]” to the marriage[786]. Vannérus also records her parentage and marriage[787]. Heiress of Kronenburg, Neuerburg, Boulay and Useldingen. m (before 24 Feb 1419) JEAN [III] Seigneur de Rodemack, son of JEAN [II] Seigneur de Rodemack & his wife Mathilde de Grancey Dame d’Ancerville (-1 Oct 1439). Herr von Kronenburg und Neuerburg: Vannérus records a charter dated 24 Feb 1418 (N.S.) which names Jean [III] de Rodemack as Herr von Kronenburg und Neuerburg and a charter dated 2 May 1433 as Herr von Esch[788].

3. GOTTHARD von Dollendorf (-after 20 Sep 1410). Vannérus records his parentage, noting that he was living 20 Sep 1410[789]. “Pierre et Godard frères, seigneurs de Cronenburg et Nuwerburg...pour eux et Amiette leur mère” indemnified “Welter seigneur de Clervaux”, as “caution envers Catherine, abbesse de S. Claire à Echternach”, by charter dated 11 Aug 1360[790]. Herr von Esch (part): a charter dated 6 Nov 1395 records an agreement between “Jean seigneur de Finstingen et Falkensteyn, Pierre seigneur de Cronenburg et Neurbourg, Godefrit de Cronenburg et Jean de Brandenburg, seigneurs d’Esch”, sealed by “Gérard seigneur de Boulay et d’Useldange, de Diederich de Meysenburch seigneur de Clervaux...”[791]. “Peter seigneur de Cronenberg et de Neuerburg et Godart de Cronenberg et de Nuwerburg son frère” confirmed payments received from “Thirey, chapelain de Collin de Heu, leur neveu” by charter dated 29 Dec 1398[792].

4. MECHTILD von Dollendorf (-after 1357). Renn records her parentage, noting that she was named in a 1357 charter with her brothers[793].

D. GRAFEN von HOCHSTADEN (1)

1. GERHARD [I] von Hochstaden (-after 1096). Graf von Hochstaden. Anno Archbishop of Köln divided the church of Neutz St. Qurin, founded by "Euerhardus comes Clivensis et matrona nobilis Berta comitissa uxor sua" between the church and the archbishopric by charter dated 27 Sep 1074, witnessed by "...Geirhardus comes de Hoesteden..."[794]. "Laici: Gerhart de Hostade, Adolph de Berge...” witnessed the charter dated 18 Feb/4 Mar 1080 under which Sigewin Archbishop of Köln donated property to St. Cunibert[795]. Hermann [III] Archbishop of Köln settled the dispute between Kloster Brauweiler and Köln St Maria by charter dated 1090, witnessed by "…Stephanus comes, Gerhardus de Hostade, Arnoldi prefectus urbis, Adelbertus de Safinberg, Adolfus de Monte, Adelbero de Duno…"[796]. Hermann [III] Archbishop of Köln donated revenue to Köln St Cecilia by charter dated 1094, witnessed by "…Adelbreht comes de Safenberg, Gerhart comes de Guliche, Adelbreht comes de Noruenig, Gerhart de Hostathen, Ethelger de Heingebach, Megenhere de Randenrothe…"[797]. Hermann [III] Archbishop of Köln confirmed a donation made to Deutz by “Richardus...uxori sue Adelheidi” by charter dated 1094, witnessed by "Gerhardo de Hostath fratre meo…"[798]. Hermann [III] Archbishop of Köln incorporated the church of Bacharach in the Andreastift by charter dated to [1094], witnessed by "domini archipresulis fratre Gerardo eiusque filio Gerardo…"[799]. Hermann [III] Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster Siegburg by charter dated to [1096], witnessed by "Gerlach comes de Isinburg, Gerhardus comes de Hostaden, Anshelmus de Mollesburg…"[800]. m ---. The name of Gerhard’s wife is not known. Gerhard & his wife had [two] children:

a) GERHARD [II] (-after 1145). Hermann [III] Archbishop of Köln incorporated the church of Bacharach in the Andreastift by charter dated to [1094], witnessed by "domini archipresulis fratre Gerardo eiusque filio Gerardo…"[801]. Graf von Hochstaden. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation of property "in Horenchusen…[et] in Dorwilere" made to Köln St Maria by "Meginherus de Randenrode cum neque uxorem neque filium haberet", in the presence of "fratre suo Hartberno", by charter dated 13 Apr 1104 witnessed by "Gerhart de Gelleron comes, Gerhart comes de Iulicho et frater eius Gerlach, Gerhart de Hochstaden, Dieterich de Mere, Heriman de Zulpico…"[802]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln donated serfs to Köln St Severin, with the consent of "Francone urbis nostre prefecto", by charter dated 1109, witnessed by "Gerhardo comite de Gelre, Adelberto de Safenberg, Adelberto de Nervennich, Herimanno de Udenkircha, Gerhardo de Julicho, Gerhardo de Hoinstathe, Gerlacho de Isenburch et fratre sui Regenbaldo, Harperno de Randenrothe…"[803]. "Liberi: Tiedrich comes de Ara, Gerart de Guileche, Gerart de Blanchinheim, Gerard de Hohstade, Adolf comes de Saphinberk, Adolf de Berge, Engelbreit de Kente..." witnessed the charter dated 1115 under which Friedrich Archbishop of Köln confirmed revenue and tolls to Münstereisel[804]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln donated revenue to Köln St Cunibert by charter dated 11 Feb 1124 witnessed by "Gerhart de Gulecho, Gerhart de Hostathe, Godefrit de Mere, Hereman de Heingebach, Thederihc de Gladebach, Heriman advocatus urbis…"[805]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln donated Kloster Rolandswerth on an island in the river Rhine to Kloster Siegburg by charter dated 1 Aug 1126 witnessed by "Tiedericus comes de Are, Adolfus comes de Berge, Adolfus comes de Safenberg, Arnoldus comes de Cleue, Cunradus comes de Bunna, Gerardus comes de Iuleche et filius eius Gerardus, Gerardus comes de Hostade…"[806]. "Willelmus comes de Luzzelenburch, Hermanus comes de Caluerlage, Reinoldus comes, Conradus comes, Arnoldus comes, Gerlagus comes, Imeko comes, Gerhardus comes de Heinnersberch, Hermannus comes de Salmena et filius eius, Friderikus comes de Sarebrugge…" witnessed the charter dated 27 Dec 1127 under which Lothar King of Germany granted property in Dreiech to "ministeriali Cuonrado de Hagen…[et] uxori suæ Liuckardi"[807]. Lothar King of Germany donated property to Köln St Cunibert by charter dated 10 Feb 1129 witnessed by "…Comites: Gerhardus de Gellere, Arnoldus de Thonoburg, Gerhardus de Iulicho, Herimannus de Caluala, Henricus de Kessile, Adolphus de Berge, Adolphus de Saphinberg, Liberi: Gerhardus de Hostadin, Gerhardus de Heimesberg, Ludowicus de Quinheim, Gerhardus de Mulinarco, Gerhardus de Randirode…"[808]. Lothar King of Germany confirmed property of Duisburg by charter dated 8 May 1129 witnessed by "…Comites: Gerhardus Longus de Gelere, Arnoldus de Cliue, Hermannus de Caluerlage, Hermannus de Salmene, Otto de Rinecke, Florentius de Hollande, Gerhardus de Hostad, Bernhardus de Hildenesheim, Godefridus et Hermannus de Cuch, Adolfus de Berge…"[809]. Lothar King of Germany confirmed the donation to Kloster Siegburg made by "Alverada de Cuck cum suis liberis" by charter dated 2 May 1131 witnessed by "…Comes Gerhardus de Iuliaco, Comes Adolfus de Saffenberch, Gerhardus Hostath, Godefridus et frater eius Herimannus de Chuh, Gerhardus de Mulenarca…"[810]. Bruno [II] Archbishop of Köln settled the dispute between Bonn St Cassius and Kloster Siegburg concerning the churches of Hennes and Ober-Pleis by charter dated 1132 witnessed by "Alverada de Cuck cum suis liberis" by charter dated 2 May 1131 witnessed by "…Adolfus comes de Monte, Adolfus comes de Saffenberg, Lutherus comes de Are, Gerhardus comes de Iuliaco, Gerhardus de Hostade, Gozwinus comes de Ualkenburg, Cunradus comes de Bunne, Gerhardus de Mulenarke, Gerlach et fratres eius Adelgerus et Theodericus de Gladebach, Herimannus de Rudenberg…"[811]. Bruno [II] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the foundation of Kloster Knechtsteden, and the installation of "Gerardum de Hostade" as Vogt, by charter dated 5 Aug 1134 witnessed by "Hermannus comes de Vincellenburch, Gerardus de Hostade, Gerardus de Mulesfurt…"[812]. Arnold [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the foundation of Kloster Hamborn by "Gerardus de Hoinstath" by charter dated 1139 witnessed by "…Adelbertus comes de Noruenick…"[813]. Arnold [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation of property at Eitorf made by "Gerhardus…Bunnensis comes" to Kloster Siegburg, where he had passed his adolescence, by charter dated 1145 witnessed by "…Tiedericus burgicomes de Hostade, Tiedericus de Heiden, Ludolfus et Gerunc fratres eius, Herimannus comes de Colonia"[814]. m ---. The name of Gerhard’s wife is not known. Gerhard [II] & his wife had one child:

i) ADELHEID von Hochstaden . The primary source which confirms her parentage and marriage has not yet been identified. m OTTO Graf von Ahr, son of --- (-before 1162).

b) [ALVERADIS (-after 2 May 1131). Heiress of the Waldgrafschaft Osning. The primary source which confirms her suggested parentage has not yet been identified. “Alveradis mulier nobilis” donated property to Marienweerd, with the consent of “filiis suis Godefrido et Herimanno”, by charter dated 1129[815]. Lothar King of Germany confirmed the donation to Kloster Siegburg made by "Alverada de Cuck cum suis liberis" by charter dated 2 May 1131 witnessed by "…Comes Gerhardus de Iuliaco, Comes Adolfus de Saffenberch, Gerhardus Hostath, Godefridus et frater eius Herimannus de Chuh, Gerhardus de Mulenarca…"[816]. m ([1100]) HENDRIK Heer van Kuyc, son of HERMANN [van Malsen] & his wife Ida --- (-after 13 Aug 1108).]

2. HERMANN (-21 Nov 1099). Archbishop of Köln 1089: the Annales Brunwilarenses record the death in 1078 of "Sigwinus archiepiscopus" and the succession of "Hermannus III"[817]. Hermann [III] Archbishop of Köln confirmed a donation to Kloster Deutz by charter dated to [1094], witnessed by "Gerhardo de Hostath fratre meo, Harper de Randerode, Hermanno de Dicco…Hermanno advocato Colonie simulque Othone et Amelrico fratribus eius…"[818]. The Annales Brunwilarenses record the death in 1098 of "Herimannus archiepiscopus" and the succession of "Fridericus"[819]. The Annales Necrologici Prumienses record the death in 1099 of “Herimannus Coloniensis archiepiscopus”[820]. The Kalendarium of Köln Cathedral records the death “XI Kal Dec” of “Herimannus archiepiscopus” and his donation[821].

E. GRAFEN von HOCHSTADEN (2) (Family of GRAFEN von AHR)

LOTHAR [I] von Ahr, son of DIETRICH Graf von Ahr & his wife Luitgard von Dagsburg (-1215). Adolf [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation of revenue from Eggenrath and property at Venrath to Kloster Knechtsteden made by "Otto de Wickerode", for the anniversary of "filie sue…Ude" and with the consent of "uxoris sue et filiorum", noting that "Otto filius Ottonis" held "advocatiam", by charter dated 30 May 1197 witnessed by "…Gerardus comes de Nurberg, Lutharius comes de Are…"[822]. “Comes Gerardus de Are et de Nurberg et Lotharius comes de Hostade” renewed the privileges of Ahr, after the death "sine prole Theoderico comite de Are iuniore, filio Lotharii" and the inheritance of the castle of Ahr by "comitem Ulricum de Nurberg et…comitem Theodericum de Hostade", by charter dated 1202[823]. Graf von Hochstaden. "Lutharius comes de Hostaden cum uxore mea Mechtilde et filiis meis Luthario et Conrado" donated the church at Frimmersdorf to the abbey of Knechtsteden by charter dated 1210[824]. "Lutharius…comes in Hostadin" donated the church at Rommerskirchen to Knechtsteden abbey, with the consent of "uxoris nostre Mechtildis", by charter dated 1212[825]. "Lutharius comes, Methildis comitissa de Hostaden" donated property "in villa…Wieuelinchouin" to Knechtsteden abbey by charter dated Feb 1214[826].

m as her first husband, MECHTILD von Vianden, daughter of FRIEDRICH [III] Graf von Vianden & his wife Mechtild von Neuerburg (-[1241]). Her parentage and two marriages are confirmed by the Chronicle of Alberic de Trois-Fontaines which records that the mother of Konrad Archbishop of Köln was "sorore comitis Henrici Viennensis" and that she married secondly "Henricus frater comitis Losensis, quondam prepositus Traiectensis"[827]. "Lutharius comes de Hostaden cum uxore mea Mechtilde et filiis meis Luthario et Conrado" donated the church at Frimmersdorf to the abbey of Knechtsteden by charter dated 1210[828]. "Lutharius…comes in Hostadin" donated the church at Rommerskirchen to Knechtsteden abbey, with the consent of "uxoris nostre Mechtildis", by charter dated 1212[829]. "Lutharius comes, Methildis comitissa de Hostaden" donated property "in villa…Wieuelinchouin" to Knechtsteden abbey by charter dated Feb 1214[830]. She married secondly (1216) Henri de Looz.

Lothar & his wife had [seven] children:

1. LOTHAR [II] (-[1237/2 Nov 1242]). "Lutharius comes de Hostaden cum uxore mea Mechtilde et filiis meis Luthario et Conrado" donated the church at Frimmersdorf to the abbey of Knechtsteden by charter dated 1210[831]. Graf von Hochstaden. "Lutharius…comes de Hostadin filius Lutharii comitis, et Margaretha uxor eius" recognised that the churches of "Vremesdorp et de Rummerskirchen" belonged to Knechtsteden abbey, by charter dated Feb 1227[832]. “Lotharius comes de Hostade” settled a dispute with Kloster Schillingscapellen by charter dated Jul 1237, witnessed by "Margareta comitissa, Theodericus et Gerardus filii mei…"[833]. m (before 1216) MARGARETA van Gelre, daughter of OTTO I Graaf van Gelre & his wife Richardis of Bavaria (-after 1264). "Lutharius…comes de Hostadin filius Lutharii comitis, et Margaretha uxor eius" recognised that the churches of "Vremesdorp et de Rummerskirchen" belonged to Knechtsteden abbey, by charter dated Feb 1227[834]. “Lotharius comes de Hostade” settled a dispute with Kloster Schillingscapellen by charter dated Jul 1237, witnessed by "Margareta comitissa, Theodericus et Gerardus filii mei…"[835]. "Margareta comitissa Hostadensis, Th. comes Hostadensis et Gerardus filii mei" granted rights in Hengebach castle to Wilhelm Graf von Jülich by charter dated 2 Nov 1242[836]. Lothar & his wife had two children:

a) DIETRICH (-[1/11] Jan 1246). “Lotharius comes de Hostade” settled a dispute with Kloster Schillingscapellen by charter dated Jul 1237, witnessed by "Margareta comitissa, Theodericus et Gerardus filii mei…"[837]. Graf von Hochstaden. "Margareta comitissa Hostadensis, Th. comes Hostadensis et Gerardus filii mei" granted rights in Hengebach castle to Wilhelm Graf von Jülich by charter dated 2 Nov 1242[838]. The 2 Nov 1242 charter, which records the terms for the release of Konrad Archbishop of Köln by Wilhelm Graf von Jülich, names "…Th. comitem Hoistadensem…viros nobiles…" fifth in the list of hostages[839]. The Annales Sancti Pantaleonis Coloniensis record the death in Jan 1246 of "Theodericus comes de Hosteden iuvenis"[840]. m ([1240]) as her first husband, BERTHA van Limburg, daughter of WALERAN van Limburg Seigneur de Montjoie & his wife Elisabeth de Bar (-1254). The Chronicle of Alberic de Trois-Fontaines records the marriage of "filiam Waleranni fratris ducis Henrici" and "nepos…archiepiscopi [Coloniensis] comes de Dolehen et de Hostade"[841]. "E. domina de Montjoye Waleramus filius eius Berta filia eius relicta bone memorie Theoderici quondam comitis Hostadensis" reached agreement with Konrad Archbishop of Köln, with the mediation of "domno Henrico duce de Lymburch", regarding the marriage portion of Bertha by charter dated 1246[842]. She married secondly Dirk [II] Heer van Valkenburg.

b) GERHARD (-[2 Nov 1242/1245]). “Lotharius comes de Hostade” settled a dispute with Kloster Schillingscapellen by charter dated Jul 1237, witnessed by "Margareta comitissa, Theodericus et Gerardus filii mei…"[843]. "Margareta comitissa Hostadensis, Th. comes Hostadensis et Gerardus filii mei" granted rights in Hengebach castle to Wilhelm Graf von Jülich by charter dated 2 Nov 1242[844].

2. KONRAD (-18 Sep 1261). "Lutharius comes de Hostaden cum uxore mea Mechtilde et filiis meis Luthario et Conrado" donated the church at Frimmersdorf to the abbey of Knechtsteden by charter dated 1210[845]. Archbishop of Köln 1238. The Chronicle of Alberic de Trois-Fontaines records the election of Konrad Archbishop of Köln in 1238[846]. Konrad Archbishop of Köln donated property to Brauweiler abbey, for the souls of "bone memorie domini Lotharii patris nostri, olim comitis Hostadensis, ac domine Methildis matris nostre", by charter dated 1241[847]. Konrad Archbishop of Köln names "consanguineus noster vir nobilis Theodericus de Limburg super Lenam…consanguineus noster Gozwinus decanus Coloniensis…consanguineus noster Philippus thesaurarius Coloniensis" in a charter dated 21 Feb 1247 (presumably O.S.)[848].

3. FRIEDRICH (-1265). "Fredericus frater noster, prepositus s Marie ad gradus Coloniensis…" witnessed a charter of Konrad Archbishop-elect of Köln dated 1238[849]. He succeeded his nephew as Graf von Hochstaden. The Annales Sancti Pantaleonis Coloniensis record that "Fridericus eiusdem patruus, prepositus Sanct Marie de Gradibus" succeeded on the death in Jan 1246 of "Theodericus comes de Hosteden iuvenis", and donated "comitatum de Hosteden et…castrum de Are" to the archbishop of Köln "pridie Kal Maii"[850]. "Fredericus…heres et comes de Hostaden" donated the county of Hochstaden and the castles of Ahr, Hardt and Hochstaden to the archbishopric of Köln, for the souls of "…Lotharii fratris mei, Theoderici filii sui, comitum de Hostaden", by charter dated 16 Apr 1246, which names "nepti mee, filie viri nobilis domini Conradi de Mulinarken"[851]. A charter dated 16 Apr 1246 suggests that Friedrich and Konrad Archbishop of Köln were only half-brothers: "Fridericus comes de Hostaden" donated property at Wallporzheim to the archbishopric of Köln, with the consent of "domini Conradi Coloniensis archiepiscopi, fratris mei uterini", for the souls of "Lotharii fratris nostri, necnon et Theoderici filii sui, comitum de Hostaden"[852].

4. MECHTILD (-after 1264). "Henricus dominus de Isinburg et Mechtildis uxor nostra…Gerlacus noster filius" renounced their claim "super hereditate comitatus de Hostaden et de Are" in favour of "dominum nostrum Coloniensem archiepiscopum" by charter dated 9 Nov 1246[853]. Her parentage is confirmed by the charter dated 1248 under which Konrad Archbishop of Köln confirmed the agreement between "Henricus dominus de Ysenburg sororius noster, pro se uxore sua liberis suis utriusque sexus fratribus suis et sororibus" and "Megthildis quondam Seynensis comitisse" concerning "castro…de Hardenuiels et Herispag" and other properties[854]. "Henricus nobilis dominus de Isenburg…cum…coniuge nostra domina Metilde" founded an altar in Abtei Romersdorf, in memory of "nobilis quondam domini Henrici nostri genitori dicti de Isenburg", with the consent of "nobilium virorum domini G. comiti Seynensis et domini Ditteri de Mollisberg nec non et filiorum nostrorum Gerlaci et Ludewici", by charter dated 1264[855]. m HEINRICH [II] von Isenburg, son of HEINRICH [I] Herr von Isenburg & his first wife --- [von Büdingen] (-after 29 Sep 1278).]

5. ELISABETH . "Elisa nobilis matrona de Hengebach" donated revenue, with the support of "viri sui Everardi nobilis de Hengebach" by charter dated 25 Apr 1234[856]. Her parentage is confirmed by the charter dated 29 Nov 1250 under which Konrad Archbishop of Köln confirmed, at the request of "domine Elyse sororis nostre de Hengebach", the property of "Margarete filie ipsius uxori domini Symonis…de Spanheim"[857]. m EBERHARD von Hengebach, son of EBERHARD [II] von Hengebach & his wife Jutta von Jülich (-[1234/36]).

6. MATHILDE (-after 1243). Konrad Archbishop of Köln and Heinrich Graf von Sayn confirmed the donation to Heisterbach by "Henricus…comes Seynensis" donated property to Heisterbach abbey, in replacement of revenue donated by "nobilis vir Conradus de Molenarken et Methildis de Are uxor eius" by charter dated 1243[858]. Her parentage and marriage are confirmed by the charter dated 16 Apr 1246 under which "Fredericus…heres et comes de Hostaden" donated the county of Hochstaden and the castles of Ahr, Hardt and Hochstaden to the archbishopric of Köln, and names "nepti mee, filie viri nobilis domini Conradi de Mulinarken"[859]. A charter dated 5 Nov 1279 records that "Conradus dominus de Mulemarken" married "quondam domine Methilde filia quondam comitis de Hoistaden…in primo matrimonio" and that he married secondly "filia quondam nobilis viri de Saffenberg" by whom he had one son "Hermannum…de Toneburg"[860]. m as his first wife, KONRAD von Müllenark, son of HERMANN von Müllenark & his [first] wife --- (-after 20 Jun 1263).

7. MARGARETA (-30 Jan 1314). Her parentage and marriage are indicated by the charter dated 20 Jul 1246 under which Konrad Archbishop of Köln requested help from "sororius…noster Adolfus…primogenitus…ducis de Limburg comitis de Monte" against Emperor Friedrich II[861]. She is named in the charter dated Mar 1249 under which "Adolfus comes de Monte et uxor nostra Margareta" confirmed a donation of property to the archbishopric of Köln[862]. "Margarita comitissa de Monte, cum primogenito nostro Adolfo" donated revenue to Siegburg abbey, in memory of "mariti nostri domini Adolfi comitis de Monte", by charter dated 26 Dec 1262[863]. "Wilhelmus comes de Monte et Irmengardis uxor eius comitissa de Monte" granted waivers to Kloster Altenburg by charter dated 20 Oct 1303, in the presence of "Margarete comitisse de Monte matris nostri comitis predicti ac domini Conradi fratris nostr"[864]. m (1240) ADOLF [IV] Graf von Berg, son of HENDRIK IV Duke of Limburg & his wife Irmgard von Berg (-22 Apr 1259).

F. HERREN von KERPEN

Kerpen is located about 5 kilometres south of Bergheim, 10 kilometres north-east of Nörvenich, and about 20 kilometres west of Köln.

Some confusion exists between secondary sources about the early generations of this family, which require more research to resolve. For example, the Eiflia Illustrata records the ancestry of Dietrich [III] as follows, naming “Heinrich I...Herr von Kerpen und Manderscheit” and his “jüngerer Sohn Diedrich” who acquired Kerpen after the death of “seines Bruders Albero, der ohne Kinder gestorben” along with Manderscheid; Dietrich’s son “Heinrich II” married “Irmengard von Bettingen”, their children including “Wilkin der ältere, den Stamm der Dynasten von Manderscheit” and “Richard III...der Stammvater der Linie Kerpe”, “Diedrich II, herr von Kerpen” [below called “Dietrich [III]”] being the son of the latter[865]. It has not yet proved possible to reconcile this narrative with the reconstructions in other early published sources. Similar problems occur with each subsequent generation. Until more primary source material emerges, the reconstruction shown below is split into four separate family groups which have not been linked to each other. No doubt they were all related, but at present these relationships have not been verified.

1. DIETRICH [III] von Kerpen (-after 1303, bur Himmelrode). Bertholet records that in 1277 “Théoderic Seigneur de Kerpen et Marguerite son épouse” allocated “sur les corvées de Waldorff” the revenue donated to Epternach by “Arnoux de Gymnich”, and in 1292 transferred to “Gui de Gymnich leur beau-frère le droit de l’acquisition de Dudlange”[866]. Dietrich von Kerpen and his wife “Margaretha, Frau von Mörstorf” donated produce “aus ihren Mühlen zu Dudelingen” to Luxembourg Saint-Esprit, with the consent of “die Kinder, welche Margareth mit Arnold von Gymenich erzeugt hatte...Arnold und Elisabeth” and “die Kinder, welche sie mit Theoderich von Kerpen erzeugt hatte...der Ritter Heinrich von Lincer, Johann Domherr zu Trier, Conrad und Theoderich”, by charter dated 1303 (no source citations)[867]. The Eiflia Illustrata records that Wilhelm [III] von Kerpen was buried “im Kloster zu Hemmenrode”[868]. m (before 1277) as her second husband, MARGUERITE de Moersdorf-sur-la-Sûre, widow of ARNOLD [III] von Gymnich, daughter of JEAN Seigneur de Moersdorf-sur-la-Sûre [Möstroff an der Sauer] & his wife --- (-after 1303). The Eiflia Illustrata names her “Margaretha von Mayersdorf oder Moerstorf”[869]. Oidtman names her father and first husband, who died [1271/77][870]. Dietrich von Kerpen and his wife “Margaretha, Frau von Mörstorf” donated produce “aus ihren Mühlen zu Dudelingen” to Luxembourg Saint-Esprit, with the consent of “die Kinder, welche Margareth mit Arnold von Gymenich erzeugt hatte...Arnold und Elisabeth” and “die Kinder, welche sie mit Theoderich von Kerpen erzeugt hatte...der Ritter Heinrich von Lincer, Johann Domherr zu Trier, Conrad und Theoderich”, by charter dated 1303 (no source citations)[871]. Dietrich [III] & his wife had children:

a) HEINRICH von Lincer . Dietrich von Kerpen and his wife “Margaretha, Frau von Mörstorf” donated produce “aus ihren Mühlen zu Dudelingen” to Luxembourg Saint-Esprit, with the consent of “die Kinder, welche sie mit Theoderich von Kerpen erzeugt hatte...der Ritter Heinrich von Lincer, Johann Domherr zu Trier, Conrad und Theoderich”, by charter dated 1303 (no source citations)[872].

b) JOHANN von Kerpen . Dietrich von Kerpen and his wife “Margaretha, Frau von Mörstorf” donated produce “aus ihren Mühlen zu Dudelingen” to Luxembourg Saint-Esprit, with the consent of “die Kinder, welche sie mit Theoderich von Kerpen erzeugt hatte...der Ritter Heinrich von Lincer, Johann Domherr zu Trier, Conrad und Theoderich”, by charter dated 1303 (no source citations)[873].

c) KONRAD von Kerpen (-after 1343). Dietrich von Kerpen and his wife “Margaretha, Frau von Mörstorf” donated produce “aus ihren Mühlen zu Dudelingen” to Luxembourg Saint-Esprit, with the consent of “die Kinder, welche sie mit Theoderich von Kerpen erzeugt hatte...der Ritter Heinrich von Lincer, Johann Domherr zu Trier, Conrad und Theoderich”, by charter dated 1303 (no source citations)[874]. Herr von Kerpen. A charter dated 3 Feb 1324 records an exchange of property between “Walter chevalier seigneur de Clervaux” and “Walter chevalier seigneur de Meysenburch”, under which the former received the latter’s specified properties “à Clervaux” in return for his specified “biens de Meysenburg”, by charter dated 3 Feb 1324, sealed by “Conrad chevalier seigneur de Kerpen”[875].

d) DIETRICH von Kerpen . Dietrich von Kerpen and his wife “Margaretha, Frau von Mörstorf” donated produce “aus ihren Mühlen zu Dudelingen” to Luxembourg Saint-Esprit, with the consent of “die Kinder, welche sie mit Theoderich von Kerpen erzeugt hatte...der Ritter Heinrich von Lincer, Johann Domherr zu Trier, Conrad und Theoderich”, by charter dated 1303 (no source citations)[876].

e) HEDWIG von Kerpen (-after 1338). Fahne records her family origin and marriage, noting that she was named as a widow in 1335[877]. Renn dates the marriage to “spätestens um 1315” and records her parentage[878]. Renn records charters dated between 1334 and 1338 in which she was named[879]. "Hedwigis domina de Dollendorp et Fridericus eius primogenitus" confirmed holding "castrum nostrum Dollindorp" from the archbishop of Köln by charter dated 15 Jul 1335, sealed by "Conradi domini de Kerpena avunculi mei"[880]. m ([1315] or before) as his second wife, GERLACH von Dollendorf Herr von Dollendorf, son of JOHANN Herr von Dollendorf & his wife Lucia von Neuerburg (-[21 Jan 1333/1335]).

1. JOHANN von Kerpen (-before 31 Jul 1276). The Eiflia Illustrata names Johann as brother of Dietrich [III] von Kerpen who is named above[881]. The primary source which confirms his parentage has not been identified. He is referred to as deceased in his wife’s 2 May 1282 charter. m BEATRIX von Gymnich, daughter of --- (-after 2 May 1282). “Wenemarus de Gimnich et Ioanna uxor sua” granted “bona nostra in Buschvelt, Lubellast, Spurke et Erlophe…in feodo apud Vinsenich” to “sorori nostræ dominæ Beatrici de Kerpen et liberis ipsius”, receiving Kerpen in exchange, by charter dated 31 Jul 1276[882]. “Beatrix quondam domina de Kerpena, Alexander maior natu, Arnoldus, Ioannes, Emmundus et Godefridus filii dominæ supradictæ nunc dicti de Busvelt, pro nobis et sororibus nostris” confirmed their agreement with “dominum Winnemarum de Geymenich militem mei Beatricis fratrem” to settle disputes relating to the sale of “castri Kerpene, Passendorp, Glisse, Binchoven”, agreeing that the three under-age youngest sons would become ecclesiasts, by charter dated 2 May 1282[883]. Johann & his wife had eight children:

a) ALEXANDER von Kerpen [later von Buschfeld] . He is named in the 2 May 1282 charter quoted above. “Alexander et Arnoldus […fratre meo] de Buschvelt” confirmed the previous agreement, sealed by “domini Wennemari de Gimnic avunculi nostri”, by charter dated Feb 1282 (O.S.)[884].

b) ARNOLD von Kerpen [later von Buschfeld] . He is named in the 2 May 1282 charter quoted above. “Alexander et Arnoldus […fratre meo] de Buschvelt” confirmed the previous agreement, sealed by “domini Wennemari de Gimnic avunculi nostri”, by charter dated Feb 1282 (O.S.)[885].

c) JOHANN von Kerpen . He is named in the 2 May 1282 charter quoted above, which notes that he was then under age and destined for the church.

d) EMUND von Kerpen (-after 27 Sep 1321). He is named in the 2 May 1282 charter quoted above, which notes that he was then under age and destined for the church. “Emundus armiger dni Johannis quondam dni de Kerpene militis bone memorie filius” recorded his agreement with Burtscheid abbey, “post obitum quondam dni Arnoldi de Heppendorf militis patrui mei...absque prole decedente”, concerning property “...sub dominio Lymburgensi...” by charter dated 27 Sep 1321[886].

e) GOTTFRIED von Kerpen (-after [21] Nov 1321). He is named in the 2 May 1282 charter quoted above, which notes that he was then under age and destined for the church. “Gobelinus armiger dni Johannis quondam dni de Kerpena militis bone memorie filius” recorded his agreement with Burtscheid abbey, “post obitum quondam dni Arnoldi de Heppendorf militis patrui mei...absque prole decedente”, concerning property “...sub dominio Lymburgen...” by charter dated [21] Nov 1321, sealed by “decani ecclesie bte. Marie in Aquis. Arnoldi de Gymenich canonici Kerpensis et Arnoldi de Moerstorp militis sigilum proprium non habens pro me --- uxore mea ---“[887]. m --- (-after [21] Nov 1321). She is referred to but not named in the [21] Nov 1321 charter cited above under her husband.

f) SOPHIA von Kerpen (-29 Sep 1324). In his commentary on the series of agreements quoted above, Butkens names “Sophie, Margarete et Blanche” as the daughters of “Beatrice de Gimnich, veufve de Jean Sire de Kerpen”[888]. “Hermannus dictus Cono civis Coloniensis, Blanza uxor eius et Sophia, sorores, filie quondam dni Johnnis militis dni de Kerpena” recorded their agreement with Burtscheid abbey relating to property of “quondam dni Arnoldi de Gymenig militis in ducatu Lymburgen. sitis” which he had bequeathed to the abbey, by charter dated 29 Sep 1324[889].

g) MARGARETA von Kerpen . Stramberg’s translated extract of the 2 May 1282 charter quoted above also names “...ses enfants...Marguerite et Blanche”[890].

h) BLANCHE von Kerpen (-after 29 Sep 1324). Stramberg’s translated extract of the 2 May 1282 charter quoted above also names “...ses enfants...Marguerite et Blanche”[891]. “Hermannus dictus Cono civis Coloniensis, Blanza uxor eius et Sophia, sorores, filie quondam dni Johnnis militis dni de Kerpena” recorded their agreement with Burtscheid abbey relating to property of “quondam dni Arnoldi de Gymenig militis in ducatu Lymburgen. sitis” which he had bequeathed to the abbey, by charter dated 29 Sep 1324[892]. m HERMANN gen. Cono, son of --- (-after 29 Sep 1324).

1. --- von Kerpen . m ---. children:

a) JOHANN von Kerpen (-after 19 Jan 1321). Herr von Kerpen. “Jean seigneur de Kerpene chevalier” declared having sold “tous les biens a Zieren et Wormereugen, hors le moulin de Zieren” to “Thielemant de Rœtele chevalier”, guarantors “Thierri de Kerpen, oncle du déclarant, Simon seigneur de Gelœvre (aussi Celœvre), et Wautier seigneur de Clerve”, by charter dated 19 Jan 1321, sealed by “Jean , seigneur de Holevelz, justicier des nobles et Wautier seigneur de Meisembourg”[893].

2. DIETRICH von Kerpen (-after 19 Jan 1321). “Jean seigneur de Kerpene chevalier” declared having sold “tous les biens a Zieren et Wormereugen, hors le moulin de Zieren” to “Thielemant de Rœtele chevalier”, guarantors “Thierri de Kerpen, oncle du déclarant, Simon seigneur de Gelœvre (aussi Celœvre), et Wautier seigneur de Clerve”, by charter dated 19 Jan 1321, sealed by “Jean , seigneur de Holevelz, justicier des nobles et Wautier seigneur de Meisembourg”[894].

Two brothers, the primary source which records their parentage has not been identified.

1. JOHANN von Kerpen (-after 5 Dec 1398). Herr von Kerpen. “Johan von Keirpin seigneur de Meyssenburg” swore eternal peace with “Schyltz de Mylberg seigneur de Ham”, who had imprisoned him, by charter dated 25 Nov 1392, sealed by “Diederich abbé de Prüm son oncle et de son père Jean Seigneur de Kerpen”[895]. “Aleyd de Scharpilche” declared in her possession an agreement, under which “Jean seigneur de Kerpen, sous le cautionnement de Jean, son fils, seigneur de Meyssenburch, Arnold et Wymmar, frères de Gymnich” acknowledged a debt owed to “(feu) Joffroit de Scharpillich, son frère, fils de (feu) Diederich”, and transferred the debt to “Jean de Strassen, sous la garantie de Diederich de Putlingen, chevalier, son frère et de Jean seigneur de Wiltz et de Meisenburg” by charter dated 5 Dec 1398[896]. He presumably died before 18 Dec 1406, the date of the charter cited below in which his son Johann was named “sr de Kerpen”. m ---. The primary source which confirms the name of Johann’s wife has not been identified. Johann & his wife had children:

a) JOHANN von Kerpen (-after 18 Dec 1406). Seigneur de Meysembourg, de iure uxoris. A charter dated 10 May 1372 records that “dame Mechtildis de Meysemburch femme de Jean de Kerpen sr de Meysenburch” consented to her husband’s sale “de la part d’une maison à Luxembourg devant le château, dite Curia de Meysemburch” to “Gœswin de Weiler-la-Tour chevalier sr de Meysenburch et Massolter et à Jutta sa femme”[897]. “Jean de Kerpen écuyer seigneur de Meysenburg et Mechtolt sa femme” sold “leurs biens, cens et rentes aux bans de Buess, Bruch et Sule” to “Tilman, fils du vieux Vourman...à Arlon...” by charter dated 13 Feb 1377[898]. “Jean de Kerpen seigneur de Meisenburg et Mechtolt de Meisenburch (sur le sceau: Meightildis de Meisenburch) sa femme” sold “leur part dans les villages de Schönendorff et de Roden” to “leur neveu Arnolt sr de Pittingen et de Dagestul et à Marguerite sa femme”, by charter dated 11 Apr 1382, another charter dated 27 Mar 1383 relating to the same properties[899]. “Jutte et Jean de Kerpen dame et seigneur de Meisenburch” reached agreement with “leur neveu Diederich de Meisenburch seigneur de Clervaux” concerning “la collation de l’église de Bousse” by charter dated 1 May 1383, sealed by “Jean seigneur de Brandenbourg et de Heinrich Beychgeir, chevaliers, beaux-fils de la dite dame Jutte”[900]. “Johan von Keirpin seigneur de Meyssenburg” swore eternal peace with “Schyltz de Mylberg seigneur de Ham”, who had imprisoned him, by charter dated 25 Nov 1392, sealed by “Diederich abbé de Prüm son oncle et de son père Jean Seigneur de Kerpen”[901]. “Aleyd de Scharpilche” declared in her possession an agreement, under which “Jean seigneur de Kerpen, sous le cautionnement de Jean, son fils, seigneur de Meyssenburch, Arnold et Wymmar, frères de Gymnich” acknowledged a debt owed to “(feu) Joffroit de Scharpillich, son frère, fils de (feu) Diederich”, and transferred the debt to “Jean de Strassen, sous la garantie de Diederich de Putlingen, chevalier, son frère et de Jean seigneur de Wiltz et de Meisenburg” by charter dated 5 Dec 1398[902]. Herr von Kerpen: “Jean, sr de Kerpen, le jeune, et Mechtolt de Meysenburg sa femme” declared owing a debt to “Peter Buych d’Esch et à Jean Rotart de Wiltz” by charter dated 18 Dec 1406, sealed by “Arnolt de Kerpen, fils des déclarants”[903]. m MATHILDE de Meysembourg, daughter of WALTER [III] Seigneur de Meysembourg & his wife --- (-after 18 Dec 1406). A charter dated 10 May 1372 records that “dame Mechtildis de Meysemburch femme de Jean de Kerpen sr de Meysenburch” consented to her husband’s sale “de la part d’une maison à Luxembourg devant le château, dite Curia de Meysemburch” to “Gœswin de Weiler-la-Tour chevalier sr de Meysenburch et Massolter et à Jutta sa femme”[904]. “Jean de Kerpen écuyer seigneur de Meysenburg et Mechtolt sa femme” sold “leurs biens, cens et rentes aux bans de Buess, Bruch et Sule” to “Tilman, fils du vieux Vourman...à Arlon...” by charter dated 13 Feb 1377[905]. “Jean de Kerpen seigneur de Meisenburg et Mechtolt de Meisenburch (sur le sceau: Meightildis de Meisenburch) sa femme” sold “leur part dans les villages de Schönendorff et de Roden” to “leur neveu Arnolt sr de Pittingen et de Dagestul et à Marguerite sa femme”, by charter dated 11 Apr 1382, another charter dated 27 Mar 1383 relating to the same properties[906]. “Jean, sr de Kerpen, le jeune, et Mechtolt de Meysenburg sa femme” declared owing a debt to “Peter Buych d’Esch et à Jean Rotart de Wiltz” by charter dated 18 Dec 1406, sealed by “Arnolt de Kerpen, fils des déclarants”[907]. Johann & his wife had children:

i) ARNOLD von Kerpen (-after 27 Feb 1450). “Jean, sr de Kerpen, le jeune, et Mechtolt de Meysenburg sa femme” declared owing a debt to “Peter Buych d’Esch et à Jean Rotart de Wiltz” by charter dated 18 Dec 1406, sealed by “Arnolt de Kerpen, fils des déclarants”[908]. Seigneur de Septfontaines, de iure uxoris: “Arnolt de Kerpen sr de Septfontaines et Aleyt de Mylburg sa femme” acknowledged a debt owed to “Frédéric de Brandenburg seigneur de Clervaux et à Marie sa femme”, the price of a horse bought by “feu leur frère Guillaume de Milbourg sr de Septfontaines et de Crandonck” from “Dederich de Meysenburch sr de Clervaux, père et beau-père des déclarants”, by charter dated 20 Feb 1417 (O.S.)[909]. “Arnolt de Kerpen” granted “des château, franchise et seigneurie de Meisenburg...tels qu’il les a hérités de son grand-père (anichheron) Welter, seigneur de Meisenburg et de sa mère” to “Jeannette d’Argenteau, fille de Houffalize, veuve, dame de Meisenburg, sa nièce” by charter dated 27 Feb 1449 (O.S.), witnessed by “Reynart d’Argenteau seigneur de Houffalise et de Mœrsdorf chevalier, Gérart seigneur de Wiltz, Thomas sr de Kerpen et de Warsperg...”[910]. m ALEIDE von Milburg, daughter of ---.

2. DIETRICH von Kerpen (-after 25 Nov 1392). Abbot of Prüm. “Johan von Keirpin seigneur de Meyssenburg” swore eternal peace with “Schyltz de Mylberg seigneur de Ham”, who had imprisoned him, by charter dated 25 Nov 1392, sealed by “Diederich abbé de Prüm son oncle et de son père Jean Seigneur de Kerpen”[911].

A notary received the testament of “Diederich de Kerpen” which bequeathed “tous ses biens, meubles et immeubles, entr’autres Zyringen, Wormingen up der Mosell, Sielen et Kanten” to “Aylheyt de Kuchenheym sa femme” by charter dated 9 Sep 1439[912]. A charter dated 19 Oct 1439 records that “Aleyd veuve de Diderich de Kerpen” had granted “les seigneuries et villages d’Eresingen, Kantenach, Wormeringen et Lennyngen” to “Bernard sr de Bourscheidt chevalier”[913].

G. HERREN von MANDERSCHEID

Manderscheid is located about 20 kilometres south-east of Prüm in the present-day German Bundesland Rheinland-Pfalz. The Eiflia Illustrata records that “das Schloß Manderscheid” already existed in the 10th century, being named in a charter of Otto II King of Germany dated 974[914]. Presumably, this refers to the following document: Emperor Otto II granted "in comitatu Bethensi istorum terminorum...flumen decessum a Mandrescheit in Lyseram usque Mosellam...totum...in forestum nostra imperiali" to Theoderich Archbishop of Trier by charter dated 26 Jun 973[915], although the document does not mention a castle. The reconstruction of the earlt generations of the Manderscheid family presents considerable difficulties. The few primary sources cited below contradict many of the details in the outline presented by Europäische Stammtafeln[916]. The reconstructions suggested by the Eiflia Illustrata also show numerous inconsistencies which have proved impossible to reconcile[917], nor does Gauser’s treatment of the family inspire confidence[918]. The following reconstruction has been left incomplete instead of speculating on possible additional family connections, pending the emergence of more primary source material.

Two presumed brothers. The Eiflia Illustrata records Walter and Richard, named below, as brothers who had agreed their father’s succession, Walter taking “einen Sitz auf dem Schlosse...den obern Theil”, but who later quarelled about the division, Walter seeking support from the archbishop of Trier, Richard from Henri Comte de Luxembourg et de Namur, the dispute being settled by Konrad III King of Germany in 1146[919]. The primary sources which confirm the family relationship between Walter and Richard, and the name of their father, have not been identified.

1. WALTER [I] von Manderscheid (-after [1169]). "Walramus comes de Arlon, Fridericus comes de Vienna, Everhardus de Seyne, Sigifridus de Isenburch, Heinricus de Kerpena, Walterus de Manderscheit…" witnessed the charter dated 1142 under which Albero Archbishop of Trier donated "ecclesie de Keymetam" to Kloster Springirsbach[920]. "Iohannes...ecclesie s. Petri Treuiris decanus et archidiaconus" confirmed that “bone memorie Theodericus cognatus meus de Broch” had donated “censum...pro manso Bovonis” to Kloster Klaustrum by charter dated to [1169] witnessed by “...Walterus et Rikardus de Manderscheid...”[921].

2. RICHARD [I] von Manderscheid (-[1169/71]). Hillin Archbishop of Trier confirmed the property of Kloster Claustrum, including the donation of property "in territorio minoris Lidiche" made by "Ricahrdo de Mandrecheit", by charter dated 1157[922]. "Iohannes...ecclesie s. Petri Treuiris decanus et archidiaconus" confirmed that “bone memorie Theodericus cognatus meus de Broch” had donated “censum...pro manso Bovonis” to Kloster Klaustrum by charter dated to [1169] witnessed by “...Walterus et Rikardus de Manderscheid...”[923]. m HELWIDE, daughter of --- (-after 1171). "Helewid Ricardi de Malderscheid quondam uxor et filii ipsius Ricardus, Walterus" donated property “in territorio...Lideche” to Kloster Claustrum by charter dated 1171, witnessed by “...Heremanno comite de Verneburch, Alberone et Theoderico de Kerpene...Fulmare de Manderscheid...”[924]. Richard [I] & his wife had two children:

a) RICHARD [II] von Manderscheid . "Helewid Ricardi de Malderscheid quondam uxor et filii ipsius Ricardus, Walterus" donated property “in territorio...Lideche” to Kloster Claustrum by charter dated 1171, witnessed by “...Heremanno comite de Verneburch, Alberone et Theoderico de Kerpene...Fulmare de Manderscheid...”[925]. same person as...? RICHARD von Manderscheid (-after 1204). "Walterus de Manderscheit et frater suus Ricardus…" witnessed the charter dated 1204 under which Johann Archbishop of Trier confirmed the donation to Kloster St Thomas an der Kyll of property "in Yrsowe…[et] ius patronatus in ecclesia de Nidenbuch" made by "Rodulfus dominus castri de Malberch…et uxor eius Ida", in the presence of "genero suo Theoderico de Are et filia sua Agnete uxore prefati Th"[926]. same person as...? RICHARD von Manderscheid (-after 20 Jul 1225). "...Henricus de Kerpene, Henricus de Dune, Richardus de Manderscheid…" witnessed the 7 Apr 1218 charter under which Theoderich Archbishop of Trier granted “ecclesiam Romerstorf...advocatiam” to “Bruno et Theodericus germani de Isemburc, filii sororis nostre”[927]. "...Conradus de Sleyda, Richardus de Manderscheit…" witnessed the 12 Jul 1219 charter under which Theoderich Archbishop of Trier donated rights to Kloster Sayn[928]. Herr von Manderscheid. A charter dated 20 Jul 1225 records an agreement between "Girardum de Blankinheim” and Himmenrode, with “domini Richardis senioris de Mandirscheit et fratris Walteri de Malburch monachi...et Jacobus eiusdem filius Walteri" renouncing certain rights[929].

b) WALTER [II] von Manderscheid . "Helewid Ricardi de Malderscheid quondam uxor et filii ipsius Ricardus, Walterus" donated property “in territorio...Lideche” to Kloster Claustrum by charter dated 1171, witnessed by “...Heremanno comite de Verneburch, Alberone et Theoderico de Kerpene...Fulmare de Manderscheid...”[930]. "Fridericus comes de Viane, Willelmus frater predicti Gerardi, Walterus de Manderscheid..." witnessed the charter dated 1184 under which Gottfried Abbot of Springiersbach confirmed the donation made by “Gerardus dominus de Helfinsten et uxor sua Agnes” to Kloster Stuben for receiving “filie sue Gertrudis”[931]. same person as...? WALTER von Manderscheid (-after 1204). "Walterus de Manderscheit et frater suus Ricardus…" witnessed the charter dated 1204 under which Johann Archbishop of Trier confirmed the donation to Kloster St Thomas an der Kyll of property "in Yrsowe…[et] ius patronatus in ecclesia de Nidenbuch" made by "Rodulfus dominus castri de Malberch…et uxor eius Ida", in the presence of "genero suo Theoderico de Are et filia sua Agnete uxore prefati Th"[932].

The Eiflia Illustrata names Dietrich as son of Richard [II] who is named above[933]. On the other hand, the undated charter cited below under Heinrich von Manderscheid names “avi mei Henrici de Kerpene [...et uxoris sue Methildis]...Alberonis patrui mei...". The document does not, however, specify whether the older Heinrich and his wife Mechtild were paternal or maternal grandparents of the younger Dietrich. The reference to “Alberonis patrui mei” (patruus normally indicating paternal uncle) suggests that they were his paternal grandparents, although the different family name “de Kerpene” could indicate that were the parents of the wife of Dietrich von Manderscheid. The primary source which resolves the difficulty has not been identified.

1. DIETRICH von Manderscheid (-after 1201). "Theodericus de Manderscheid, Ricardus de Dunis, Hugo de Hagena…" witnessed the charter dated 1173 under which Arnold Archbishop of Trier confirmed that “Phylippus de Dudendorp et frater eius Anselmus” had confirmed the donation to Kloster Claustrum made by “pater eorum Radulfus”[934]. Johann Archbishop of Trier confirmed the exchange of property "in villa sua de Keille" between "Theodericus dominus minoris castri de Manderscheit" and Kloster Himmerode, with the consent of "uxor Gertrudis…cum filiis suis Henrico et Willelmo", by charter dated 1201[935]. m GERTRUD, daughter of --- (-after 1201). Johann Archbishop of Trier confirmed the exchange of property "in villa sua de Keille" between "Theodericus dominus minoris castri de Manderscheit" and Kloster Himmerode, with the consent of "uxor Gertrudis…cum filiis suis Henrico et Willelmo", by charter dated 1201[936]. As noted above, the “avi mei” of her son Heinrich (see his undated charter cited below) could have been either his paternal or maternal grandparents. If the latter, Gertrud may have been heiress of Kerpen. Dietrich & his wife had two children:

a) HEINRICH von Manderscheid (-after Jan 1238). Johann Archbishop of Trier confirmed the exchange of property "in villa sua de Keille" between "Theodericus dominus minoris castri de Manderscheit" and Kloster Himmerode, with the consent of "uxor Gertrudis…cum filiis suis Henrico et Willelmo", by charter dated 1201[937]. "…Henricus de Manderscheit et Willekinus frater suus…" witnessed the charter dated 1212 which Johann Archbishop of Trier issued relating to the church of Ittel[938]. Herr von Manderscheid. Ermesindis Ctss de Luxembourg confirmed donations to Hemmerode, including "usuarium in silva de Hoescheit" donated by “Henricus dominus de Mandrescheit et uxor eius Ermengardis”, by charter dated Jan 1232 (O.S.), witnessed by "Dominus Therricus de Hufalise et Henricus filius eius…"[939]. Herr von Kerpen: "Heinricus dominus de Kerpene et de Mandirscheit” confirmed the donation of “in silva nostra Hoenscheit iure” made to Himmerode by “avi mei Henrici de Kerpene [...et uxoris sue Methildis] de consensu comitis Cunradi de Lucelenburg...et post eos diebus Alberonis patrui mei, deinde diebus bone memorie patris et matris mei Theoderici et Gerdrudis", for his soul and that of “uxoris mee Jrmengardis”, by undated charter, witnessed by “...Johannes de Manderscheit...milites...”[940]. Ermesende Ctss de Luxembourg confirmed the donation made by her father of the use of wood and pasture “in silva de Hoescheit”, used by “Robinus dom. de Aisch et uxor eius Ermengardis, Theodericus dom. de Malberg et uxor eius Agnes, Henricus dom. de Mandrescheit et uxor eius Ermengardis", to Himmerode by charter dated Jan 1237 (O.S.)[941]. m ERMENGARDE, daughter of --- (-after Jan 1238). Ermesindis Ctss de Luxembourg confirmed donations to Hemmerode, including "usuarium in silva de Hoescheit" donated by “Henricus dominus de Mandrescheit et uxor eius Ermengardis”, by charter dated Jan 1232 (O.S.)[942]. "Heinricus dominus de Kerpene et de Mandirscheit” confirmed the donation made to Himmerode by his predecessors [see above], for his soul and that of “uxoris mee Jrmengardis”, by undated charter, witnessed by “...Johannes de Manderscheit...milites...”[943]. Ermesende Ctss de Luxembourg confirmed the donation made by her father of the use of wood and pasture “in silva de Hoescheit”, used by “Robinus dom. de Aisch et uxor eius Ermengardis, Theodericus dom. de Malberg et uxor eius Agnes, Henricus dom. de Mandrescheit et uxor eius Ermengardis", to Himmerode by charter dated Jan 1237 (O.S.)[944]. The naming of the three wives suggests a family connection between them (sisters?) and their husbands had acquired their respective rights through their marriages.

b) WILHELM [Willekin] [I] von Manderscheid (-after 1216). Johann Archbishop of Trier confirmed the exchange of property "in villa sua de Keille" between "Theodericus dominus minoris castri de Manderscheit" and Kloster Himmerode, with the consent of "uxor Gertrudis…cum filiis suis Henrico et Willelmo", by charter dated 1201[945]. "…Henricus de Manderscheit et Willekinus frater suus…" witnessed the charter dated 1212 which Johann Archbishop of Trier issued relating to the church of Ittel[946]. Engelbert Archbishop-elect of Köln recorded an arbitrated dispute between "comes...de Hoystaden Conrado fratri suo, nobilis de Manderscheyd Alexandro suo fratris, et domini de Weyuelkouen Christiano de Milne" concerning "Weyuelhouen...ecclesiam...[patronatum]" by charter dated 1216, witnessed by “...Wilhelmus de Manderscheyt...Florentius de Weyuelkouen”[947].

1. ALBERO von Manderscheid . "Theodericus et Claricia domini de Broyche” donated “ius patronatus et duas partes decime, quod Walterus cognomento Prosteit et Albero cognatus suus de Manderscheit a nobis in feodo tenuerunt" to Kloster St Thomas by charter dated 1229[948]. The precise family relationship between Albero and “Walterus cognomento Prosteit” has not been ascertained, although the wording suggests that the former may have been the latter’s heir (by virtue of a relationship by marriage, maybe son-in-law). same person as...? ALBERO [von Manderscheid/von Kerpen?] . "Heinricus dominus de Kerpene et de Mandirscheit” confirmed the donation of “in silva nostra Hoenscheit iure” made to Himmerode by “avi mei Henrici de Kerpene [...et uxoris sue Methildis] de consensu comitis Cunradi de Lucelenburg...et post eos diebus Alberonis patrui mei, deinde diebus bone memorie patris et matris mei Theoderici et Gerdrudis" by undated charter[949]. Although “patruus” would normally indicate paternal uncle, as noted above the inclusion of “de Kerpene” suggests some doubt about whether the confirmant’s predecessors were his paternal or maternal relations.

2. JOHANN von Manderscheid . "Heinricus dominus de Kerpene et de Mandirscheit” confirmed the donation made to Himmerode by his predecessors [see above], for his soul and that of “uxoris mee Jrmengardis”, by undated charter, witnessed by “...Johannes de Manderscheit...milites...”[950].

3. WILHELM [Willekin] [II] von Manderscheid (-after 1256). "Megthildis quondam comitissa Seyens” and “Frederico domino de Blankenheim cum sua uxore” reached agreement about “medietate castri Hunoltstein", whose revenues were investigated by “nobiles viri Philippus dominus de Wildenberg et Wilhelmus miles de Manderscheit”, by charter dated 1 May 1248[951]. Herr von Manderscheid: "Th. de Hagene, Th. miles de Bideburch et uxor eius Afflina” donated property to Himmerode by charter dated 1256 [before 22 Nov], sealed by “domini Willekini de Manderscheit”[952]. "Rudolfus dominus de Malberch” confirmed property to Himmerode, in the presence of “domino Willikino et domino Richardo de Manderscheit...”, by charter dated 10 Aug 1257[953]. Presumably the two Manderscheid witnesses were close relatives, brothers or cousins.

4. RICHARD von Manderscheid (-after Dec 1237). A charter dated Dec 1237 records a settlement between Himmerode and “Hermannum et Henricum de Leye fratres”, mediated partly by “...Richardi de Manderscheid..."[954]. The 20 Jul 1225 charter cited above names “domini Richardis senioris de Mandirscheit"[955]: could Richard named Dec 1237 have been “Richardus junior” whose existence is suggested by the earlier Richard being “senior”? Herr von Manderscheid: "Rudolfus dominus de Malberch” confirmed property to Himmerode, in the presence of “domino Willikino et domino Richardo de Manderscheit...”, by charter dated 10 Aug 1257[956]. Presumably the two Manderscheid witnesses were close relatives, brothers or cousins.

Five siblings (the primary source which identifies their parents has not been identified: Europäische Stammtafeln shows them as children of Wilhelm [I] who is shown above[957], although this seems to stretch the family chronology.):

1. WILHELM [III] von Manderscheid (-before 23 Oct 1320). Herr von Manderscheid. “Wilelmus miles dominus de Manderscheit” sold “seinen Wald Kamerforst” to Himmerode, with the consent of “seiner Brüder Conradi canonici ecclesie Treverensis, Frederici canonici ecclesie Coloniensis, Marie sororis mee et Gerardi de Ham eius mariti necnon Theoderici, filii sororis mee quondam dicte de Indagine”, by charter dated 12 Jun 1296[958]. “Wilhelm Herr v. Mandirscheit, Jutta seine Gemahlin und der Letztern Bruder Arnold Junker (domicellus) v. Rulant” reached agreement “mit dem Schöffen und Schultheisen Bonifacius in Trier” concerning “des Zehnten von Urin”, of which Jutta had inherited the right to part “von ihrem verstorbenen Vater Theodorich Herrn. v. Rulant”, by charter dated 18 Apr 1299[959]. He is named as deceased in the 23 Oct 1320 charter quoted below. m [firstly/secondly] ---. The primary source which confirms the order of Wilhelm’s wives has not been identified. m [firstly] JUTTA von Reuland, daughter of DIETRICH Herr von Reuland & his wife Mechtild von Gymnich. “Wilhelm Herr v. Mandirscheit, Jutta seine Gemahlin und der Letztern Bruder Arnold Junker (domicellus) v. Rulant” reached agreement “mit dem Schöffen und Schultheisen Bonifacius in Trier” concerning “des Zehnten von Urin”, of which Jutta had inherited the right to part “von ihrem verstorbenen Vater Theodorich Herrn. v. Rulant”, by charter dated 18 Apr 1299[960]. m [secondly] ---. The date of the 18 Apr 1299 document suggests that Jutta may not have been the mother of Wilhelm [III]’s son Wilhelm [V], shown below as being born from his second marriage, who may have reached his majority in 1330 and died [1372/74]. Wilhelm [III] & his [first] wife had four children:

a) WILHELM [IV] von Manderscheid (-after 1358). “Wilhelmus miles, dominus de Manderscheit, Conradus eius frater canonicus sancti Florini in Confluencia, Irmegardis et Jutta relicta quondam domini Johannis de Helfynsteyn militis, sorores Wilhelmi et Conradi predictorum, liberi et heredes quondam domini Wilhelmi domini de Manderscheit militis, necnon Johanneta dicti domini Wilhelmi militis uxor, Johannes miles dominus de Holvels dicte Irmegardis maritus” confirmed the sale of “silve...Kamervorst...” by their father to Himmerode by charter dated 23 Oct 1320, sealed by “Johannes miles dominus de Brunshorn, Arnoldus et Gerardus fratres armigeri de Blanckenhem”[961]. “Henricus armiger dominus de Mailberch et Yrmengardis de Manderscheit coniuges necnon Johannes frater dicti Henrici” renounced rights over certain property in favour of Kloster Himmelrode by charter dated 22 Jul 1322, subscribed by “...domini Wilhelmi de Manderscheit soceri mei”[962]. A charter dated 1325 records a loan from “Wilhelm, Herr zu M.” to “Philippsen von Virnenburg” [not identified in the Virneburg family][963]. A charter dated 1330 records an agreement between “Herren Wilhelm u. Wilhelm von Manderscheidt, Gebruederen” regarding their inheritance, confirmed by the archbishop of Trier[964]. “Godfried von Vianden Kanoniker in Köln” bequeathed all his property to [his niece and her husband] “Simon und Maria” by charter dated [18 Oct 1352?], sealed by “Godfried von Vianden, Hermann Herr von Brandenburg, Thielman von Rullingen (Ruledingen) Amtsmann von Vianden, Wilhelm Herr von Manderscheid, Friedrich Herr von Kronenburg und Neuerburg, Dietrich von Werchensausen”[965]. Wenzel of Bohemia and Jean de Luxembourg confirmed that “Arnoldt Herrn zu Blanckenheim” had invested “seine Frau Blancheflour von Falckenstein” with “der Hälfte der Burg Blanckenheim”, held in fief from them and from “dem Lande von Brabant”, at the request of “Dietherich Herrn von Pereweiß und Wilhelm von Manderscheid, Richter”, by charter dated 31 May 1356[966]. “Arnold von Blankenheim (Blanckenheym) Herr zu Gerolstein (Geroltsteyn) und seine Frau Johannetta von Rodemachern” settled a dispute with “Johann Herrn zu Schönecken (Schonecken)” concerning her dower settled by “Gerhard Herr zu Schönecken”, with the agreement of “seines [=Johanns] Bruders Bonifatius (Fetzies)”, by charter dated 10 Oct 1356, sealed by “(1) Arnold (2) Johannetta sowie auf beider Bitten (3) Wilhelm Herr zu Manderscheid (-scheyt) und (4) dessen Bruder Wilhelm”[967]. “Wilhelm Herr zu Manderscheid und Jennette seine Gemahlin” renounced rights in favour of the archbishop of Trier and “Wilhelm und sein ältester Sohn Wilhelm” donated property to Trier by charter dated 1358, sealed by “Arnold von Blanckenheim, Herr zu Geroltstein...”[968]. m JEANNETTE, daughter of --- (-after 1358). “Wilhelmus miles, dominus de Manderscheit...necnon Johanneta dicti domini Wilhelmi militis uxor, Johannes miles dominus de Holvels dicte Irmegardis maritus” confirmed the sale of “silve...Kamervorst...” by their father to Himmerode by charter dated 23 Oct 1320[969]. Assuming that Wilhelm [IV] was the father of Irmgard who is shown below as his daughter (which looks likely), this couple were married at least 12 years before Irmgard’s mention 22 Jul 1322. Jeannette is named in her husband’s 1358 charter cited above. Wilhelm [IV] & his wife had children (in addition to those shown below, Europäische Stammtafeln shows seven other children, and two possible further children[970]):

i) WILHELM [VI] von Manderscheid . He is named as his father’s oldest son in the 1358 charter cited above.

ii) IRMGARD von Manderscheid (-after 22 Jul 1322). “Henricus armiger dominus de Mailberch et Yrmengardis de Manderscheit coniuges necnon Johannes frater dicti Henrici” renounced rights over certain property in favour of Kloster Himmelrode by charter dated 22 Jul 1322, subscribed by “...domini Wilhelmi de Manderscheit soceri mei”[971]. m (before 22 Jul 1322) as his first wife, HEINRICH Herr von Malberg, son of JOHANN von Reifferscheid Herr von Malberg & his wife --- (-after 1363).

b) KONRAD von Manderscheid . Canon at Coblenz St Florian. “Wilhelmus miles, dominus de Manderscheit, Conradus eius frater canonicus sancti Florini in Confluencia, Irmegardis et Jutta relicta quondam domini Johannis de Helfynsteyn militis, sorores Wilhelmi et Conradi predictorum, liberi et heredes quondam domini Wilhelmi domini de Manderscheit militis, necnon Johanneta dicti domini Wilhelmi militis uxor, Johannes miles dominus de Holvels dicte Irmegardis maritus” confirmed the sale of “silve...Kamervorst...” by their father to Himmerode by charter dated 23 Oct 1320[972].

c) IRMGARD von Manderscheid (-after 23 Oct 1320). “Wilhelmus miles, dominus de Manderscheit...Irmegardis et Jutta relicta quondam domini Johannis de Helfynsteyn militis, sorores...liberi et heredes quondam domini Wilhelmi domini de Manderscheit militis, necnon...Johannes miles dominus de Holvels dicte Irmegardis maritus” confirmed the sale of “silve...Kamervorst...” by their father to Himmerode by charter dated 23 Oct 1320[973]. m JOHANN Herr von Hollenfels, son of ---.

d) JUTTA von Manderscheid (-after 23 Oct 1320). “Wilhelmus miles, dominus de Manderscheit...Irmegardis et Jutta relicta quondam domini Johannis de Helfynsteyn militis, sorores...liberi et heredes quondam domini Wilhelmi domini de Manderscheit militis...” confirmed the sale of “silve...Kamervorst...” by their father to Himmerode by charter dated 23 Oct 1320[974]. m JOHANN Herr von Helfenstein, son of --- (-before 23 Oct 1320).

Wilhelm [III] & his [second] wife had children:

e) WILHELM [V] von Manderscheid ([1308/12?]-[29 Aug 1372/1374]). A charter dated 1330 records an agreement between “Herren Wilhelm u. Wilhelm von Manderscheidt, Gebruederen” regarding their inheritance, confirmed by the archbishop of Trier[975]. This agreement may have been triggered because the younger Wilhelm had reached the age of majority. The two brothers having the same name suggests that they were born from different marriages of their father. He is named as brother of Wilhelm [IV] von Manderscheid in the 10 Oct 1356 source cited above. A charter dated 29 Aug 1372 records an agreement between “Gerart van Melenencke, Burggraf zu Malburch und Peter van Ham, Burggraf zu Manderscheyt”, on behalf of “ihre Herren Wilhelm, Herren zu Malburch, und Junker Wilhelm, Herrn zu Manderscheyt”, concerning rights “...den Wald...Hoynscheit”[976]. Europäischen Stammtafeln records Wilhelm “z Nohfelden u Detzem”[977]. m ---. The primary source which confirms the name of Wilhelm’s wife has not been found. Wilhelm [VI] & his wife had children (Europäischen Stammtafeln records their parentage, as well as other children[978]):

i) WILHELM [VIII] von Manderscheid . A charter dated 1374 records an agreement between “Herrn Wilhelm von M.” and “Johan, Friedrich und Arnoldt seinen Brudern” dividing their inheritance “Navelden” [Nohfelden][979].

ii) JOHANN von Manderscheid . A charter dated 1374 records an agreement between “Herrn Wilhelm von M.” and “Johan, Friedrich und Arnoldt seinen Brudern” dividing their inheritance “Navelden” [Nohfelden][980].

iii) FRIEDRICH von Manderscheid . A charter dated 1374 records an agreement between “Herrn Wilhelm von M.” and “Johan, Friedrich und Arnoldt seinen Brudern” dividing their inheritance “Navelden” [Nohfelden][981].

iv) ARNOLD von Manderscheid . A charter dated 1374 records an agreement between “Herrn Wilhelm von M.” and “Johan, Friedrich und Arnoldt seinen Brudern” dividing their inheritance “Navelden” [Nohfelden][982].

2. KONRAD von Manderscheid . Canon at Trier. “Wilelmus miles dominus de Manderscheit” sold “seinen Wald Kamerforst” to Himmerode, with the consent of “seiner Brüder Conradi canonici ecclesie Treverensis, Frederici canonici ecclesie Coloniensis, Marie sororis mee et Gerardi de Ham eius mariti necnon Theoderici, filii sororis mee quondam dicte de Indagine”, by charter dated 12 Jun 1296[983].

3. FRIEDRICH von Manderscheid . Canon at Köln. “Wilelmus miles dominus de Manderscheit” sold “seinen Wald Kamerforst” to Himmerode, with the consent of “seiner Brüder Conradi canonici ecclesie Treverensis, Frederici canonici ecclesie Coloniensis, Marie sororis mee et Gerardi de Ham eius mariti necnon Theoderici, filii sororis mee quondam dicte de Indagine”, by charter dated 12 Jun 1296[984].

4. MARIA von Manderscheid . “Wilelmus miles dominus de Manderscheit” sold “seinen Wald Kamerforst” to Himmerode, with the consent of “seiner Brüder Conradi canonici ecclesie Treverensis, Frederici canonici ecclesie Coloniensis, Marie sororis mee et Gerardi de Ham eius mariti necnon Theoderici, filii sororis mee quondam dicte de Indagine”, by charter dated 12 Jun 1296[985]. m GERARD de Ham, son of ---.

5. --- von Manderscheid (-before 12 Jun 1296). Her family origin and marriage are confirmed by the following document: “Wilelmus miles dominus de Manderscheit” sold “seinen Wald Kamerforst” to Himmerode, with the consent of “seiner Brüder Conradi canonici ecclesie Treverensis, Frederici canonici ecclesie Coloniensis, Marie sororis mee et Gerardi de Ham eius mariti necnon Theoderici, filii sororis mee quondam dicte de Indagine”, by charter dated 12 Jun 1296[986]. m --- von Indagine, son of ---.

The primary source which confirms Dietrich’s parentage has not been identified. Europäische Stammtafeln shows him as the possible son of Wilhelm [VI] who is shown above[987]. From a chronological point of view, that suggestion seems unlikely to be correct. The 1358 charter cited above records Wilhelm [VI] as his father’s oldest son, suggesting his birth [1305/15] which seems early if his supposed son Dietrich married in 1381. It seems more likely that Dietrich was the son of one of Wilhelm [IV]’s younger sons.

1. DIETRICH von Manderscheid (-1426, bur Himmerode). Herr von Manderscheid. A notice dated 9 Jun 1381 records “Willem u. Dederych, Herren zu Uss[lingen?]” holding “den Hof zu Dreisse...zu Luxingen, zu Muswilre und Geiperrat” in fief from “Dederych, Herrn zu Manderscheit”[988]. “Diderich, Herr zu Manderscheiddt, und Else von Stein, seine Hausfrau” sold “ihren Wald und Hof, genannt die Hege, gelegen bei Weiler” to the archbishop of Trier by charter dated 16 Dec 1392, sealed by “Diederich, Herr zu Esch, und Gottfried von Wittlich”[989]. m (contract 2 Oct 1381) ELISABETH von Stein [-Kallenfels], daughter of TILMANN von Stein [-Kallenfels] & his wife Jeannette de Rodemack (-19 Jun 1403, bur Himmerode). Heiress of Kallenfels. “Diderich, Herr zu Manderscheiddt, und Else von Stein, seine Hausfrau” sold “ihren Wald und Hof, genannt die Hege, gelegen bei Weiler” to the archbishop of Trier by charter dated 16 Dec 1392[990].

- HERREN von MANDERSCHEID, GRAFEN von MANDERSCHEID[991].

H. GRAFEN von NÖRVENICH, GRAFEN von MOLBACH

The county of Nörvenich was located east of the town of Düren, south-west of Köln, adjacent to the county of Jülich. Adalbert Graf von Nörvenich was also known as Graf von Molbach (now located in the town of Untermaubach) from the mid-12th century. The counties were inherited by the Graf von Jülich in the late 12th century. The primary sources which have been consulted are insufficiently explicit to assert with certainty that the Grafen von Nörvenich shared a common ancestry with the Grafen von Saffenberg.

1. HERMANN (-after 1028). Graf von Nörvenich. Pfalzgraf Ezzo donated property “ad Lovenich” to Braunweiler by charter dated 1028, witnessed by "...nec non coram comitibus Christiano de Hudenkirchen, Hermanno de Norvenich"[992].

2. HERMANN von Nörvenich (-after 27 Sep 1074). Anno Archbishop of Köln divided the church of Neutz St. Qurin, founded by "Euerhardus comes Clivensis et matrona nobilis Berta comitissa uxor sua" between the church and the archbishopric by charter dated 27 Sep 1074, witnessed by "...Hermannus de Noruenich..."[993]. same person as...? HERMANN von Saffenberg (-[27 Sep 1074/1081]).

3. ADOLF, son of HERMANN von Saffenberg & his wife Gepa --- (after 1081). Graf von Nörvenich. Sigewin Archbishop of Köln donated "parochiam...Emba...decimis" to Köln St. Pantaleon by charter dated 1081, witnessed by "Gerardus comes de Guliche, Adolfus comes de Noruenich et frater eius Adelbertus de Saphenberg"[994].

4. ADALBERT [I] (-after 1117). Graf von Nörvenich. [Sigewin Archbishop of Köln confirmed donations to Kloster Rees, where her parents were buried, made by "Irmengarda…comitissa" by charter dated to [1079/89], witnessed by "…Adelbrat comes, Adolph de Monte, Gerhart de Gulecho, De Saphenberch Adelbrecht, Hesse comes…"[995]. It is not certain that “Adelbrat comes” was the Graf von Nörvenich, but this appears probable.] Hermann [III] Archbishop of Köln donated revenue to Köln St Cecilia by charter dated 1094, witnessed by "…Adelbreht comes de Safenberg, Gerhart comes de Guliche, Adelbreht comes de Noruenig, Gerhart de Hostathen, Ethelger de Heingebach, Megenhere de Randenrothe…"[996]. This charter demonstrates that Adalbert [I] Graf von Nörvenich was not the same person as Adalbert Graf von Saffenberg, both of whom are named as witnesses in the document. Hermann [III] Archbishop of Köln confirmed property of Siegburg abbey by charter dated 1096, which names "Adalberti comitis de Noruenich loci ipsius advocati"[997]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed property of Siegburg, including property donated "per manum Adalberti advocati", by charter dated 1102, witnessed by “Adalbertus comes et advocatus...”[998]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln donated serfs to Köln St Severin, with the consent of "Francone urbis nostre prefecto", by charter dated 1109, witnessed by "Gerhardo comite de Gelre, Adelberto de Safenberg, Adelberto de Nervennich, Herimanno de Udenkircha, Gerhardo de Julicho, Gerhardo de Hoinstathe, Gerlacho de Isenburch et fratre sui Regenbaldo, Harperno de Randenrothe…"[999]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln founded a church of Siegburg by charter dated 1117, witnessed by "Albertus comes de Noruenich...”[1000].

5. ADALBERT [II] (-1152 or after). Graf von Nörvenich. Arnold [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the foundation of Kloster Hamborn by "Gerardus de Hoinstath" by charter dated 1139 witnessed by "…Adelbertus comes de Noruenick…"[1001]. Konrad III King of Germany dismissed claims by "comes Adelbertus de Noruenich" to property "in silva…Osninch" claimed from Kloster Brauweiler by charter dated 14 Sep 1141, witnessed by "…comes Arnoldus de Cleuia, comes Adolfus de Monte, comes Heinricus de Gelra, comes Adolfus de Saphenberch, Gerardus puer comes de Iuliaco, Godefridus de Arnesberch, Herimannus de Cuich…"[1002]. m ([1133]) as her second husband, ALEIDIS van Kuyc, widow of ARNOLD von Rode, daughter of HENDRIK Heer van Kuyc & his wife Alveradis [von Hochstaden]. The Annales Egmundani name "Aleida" as sister of "Godefridus [de Arnesburch] et Hermannus [de Kuk]" and wife of "Arnoldi de Rothen"[1003]. The Chronologia Johannes de Beke records that "Godefridus…de Arnsberch ac Hermannus de Kuyc famosi comites et…fratres" had "neptim…Heylwigim, ex Adelheydi sorore sua ac Arnoldo de Rothem" specifying that "Hermannus…avunculus" became her guardian after her parents died[1004]. Heiress of the Waldgrafschaft Osning. The primary source which confirms her second marriage has not yet been identified.

6. ADALBERT [III] (-21 May 1177). Graf von Nörvenich. Reinald Archbishop of Köln issued a charter dated 22 Feb 1166 relating to the division of their inheritance between "domna Elisabeth de Randenrothe…[et] sororem eius comitissam de Mere domnam…Hildegundem", with the consent of "filiorum ac filiarum domne Elisabeth", witnessed by "…Albertus comes de Noruenich…"[1005]. Graf von Molbach. Reinald Archbishop of Köln confirmed the property of Kloster Altenburg by charter dated 1166 witnessed by "…Albertus comes de Molbach, Willelmus comes Iuliacensis, Comes Euerardus de Altina et frater eius comes Engilbertus…"[1006]. Kloster Gladbach bought property in Razlinden by charter dated 1172 witnessed by "Henrico duce de Lenburch, Alberto comite de Molbach, Henrico comite de Kesle, Engilberto comite de Monte, Herimanno comite de Mulennarchen…"[1007]. Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation made by "Wilhelmi de Hamersbach" to Köln St. Peter by charter dated 1176, witnessed by "...Albertus comes de Molbach…"[1008]. Philipp Archbishop of Köln granted "advocatiam" of Schwarzrheindorf to “Lodewicus de Genderstorp” by charter dated 1176, witnessed by "...Albertus comes de Molbach..."[1009]. A charter dated 24 May 1177 records the death "XII Kal Jun" of "Alberti comitis de Molbach" and the donation to the church of Grefrath made by "Aleidis uxor ipsius et Alueradis filia mea et Wilhelmus comes gener mea" for his soul[1010]. m ADELHEID von Vianden, daughter of FRIEDRICH [I] Graf von Vianden & his wife --- (-after 1190, bur Niederprüm). A charter dated 24 May 1177 records the death "XII Kal Jun" of "Alberti comitis de Molbach" and the donation to the church of Grefrath made by "Aleidis uxor ipsius et Alueradis filia mea et Wilhelmus comes gener mea" for his soul[1011]. Gerhard Abbot of Prüm founded Kloster Niederprüm for nuns, appointed "nobilem mulierem linea consanguinitatis nobis proximam…Sophyam" as abbess, and confirmed the donation made by "soror mea Adheleidis commitissa de Mölbach…vidua" of property "Houerode" held by "proavo, avo et patre", by charter dated 1190[1012]. Her place of burial is confirmed by the charter dated 22 Jul 1207 under which [her daughter] "Alueradis…comitissa de Molbach" donated property "in Nuinkerchen quod ad me ab avo et matre mea" to Kloster Niederprüm, in which her mother was buried[1013]. Adalbert [III] & his wife had [two] children:

a) ALVERADIS (before 1177-[7 Mar 1216/26 Apr 1245]). "Comitissa Aleidis de Molbach et filia eius Alveradis comitissa Juliacensis et maritus eiusdem Alveradis Wilhelmus comes" donated property "in Heistrebach" to Heisterbach abbey, for the soul of "comitis Alberti de Molbach", by undated charter, dated to [1175] in the compilation[1014]. A charter dated 24 May 1177 records the death "XII Kal Jun" of "Alberti comitis de Molbach" and the donation to the church of Grefrath made by "Aleidis uxor ipsius et Alueradis filia mea et Wilhelmus comes gener mea" for his soul[1015]. "Alueradis…comitissa de Molbach" donated property "in Nuinkerchen quod ad me ab avo et matre mea" to Kloster Niederprüm, in which her mother was buried, by charter dated 22 Jul 1207, witnessed by "Gerardus clericus filius comitis de Viannen, Fridericus et Gerardus clerici filii comitis de Salemene…"[1016]. "Alveradis comitissa de Mulbach" noted that "Wilhelmus Juliacensis comes, primus maritus meus" had donated "hereditatem meam…Supernouale" to the church of St Marie and St Nikolas in Vossenich without her knowledge and that she confirmed the donation after his death, by charter dated 1208[1017]. Archbishop Engelbert confirmed that “der Edle Arnold von Hückeswagen (Hukinswage) mit seiner Frau Adala, seinen 5 Kindern Heinrich, Everard, Adala, Aleidis und Agnes sowie seinem künftigen Schwiegersohn Heinrich von Molsberg (Mollis-)” renounced rights “auf das von der Gräfin Alveradis von Molbach (Moil-) herrührende Eigengut zu Oberkassel (Kassele)” by charter dated 1218[1018]: the wording of this summary provides no indication whether Alveradis was alive or deceased at the time. A charter dated 7 Mar 1216 confirmed the donation by "nobilis matrona Alveradis…comitissa de Molbach" to Altenberg abbey, with the consent of "marito ipsius domino Ottone de Wikerode", by charter dated 7 Mar 1216[1019]. It should be noted that the county of Molbach was granted to her first husband’s successor, Wilhelm [III] Graf von Jülich, in 1208 (see below), and not to Alveradis’s second husband. "Otto de Wickerode" confirmed that "domina Alveradis de Molbag bone memorie uxor nostra" had donated the church of Lobberich to Knechtsteden abbey by charter dated 26 Apr 1245[1020]. m firstly WILHELM [II] "der Grosse" Graf von Jülich, son of WILHELM [I] Graf von Jülich & his wife --- (-1207). m secondly ([1207/08]) OTTO [II] Herr von Wickrath, son of OTTO von Ahr Herr von Wickrath & his wife --- (-after 26 Apr 1245).

b) [ADELA ([1177 or before]-after 13 Jul 1240). Archbishop Engelbert confirmed that “der Edle Arnold von Hückeswagen (Hukinswage) mit seiner Frau Adala, seinen 5 Kindern Heinrich, Everard, Adala, Aleidis und Agnes sowie seinem künftigen Schwiegersohn Heinrich von Molsberg (Mollis-)” renounced rights “auf das von der Gräfin Alveradis von Molbach (Moil-) herrührende Eigengut zu Oberkassel (Kassele)” by charter dated 1218[1021]. A family relationship, if any, between the Molbach and Hückeswagen families has not been found, although the inclusion of Adela, wife of Arnold Graf von Hückeswagen, suggests that she may have been closely related to Alveradis von Molbach with whom she shared property interests: maybe they were sisters. Follow her husband’s hyperlink for more sources which name Adela. If that is correct, Adela’s birth date is estimated from the death of her supposed father 21 May 1277 (see above). m ([before 1205?]) ARNOLD Graf von Hückeswagen, son of --- (-after 14 Jul 1240).]

I. HERREN von REIFFERSCHEID

Reifferscheid lies about 10 kilometres due east of Blankenheim, in the southern part of the present-day German state of Rheinland-Pfalz. In early medieval times, the territory lay in the Eifelgau. The Herrschaft Reifferscheid was located south of the county of Jülich, west of the county of Hochstaden, and north-west of the county of Blankenheim. It is referred to in secondary sources as “Reichsherrschaft Reifferscheid”[1022], indicating that the Herren von Reifferscheid were direct vassals of the emperors/kings of Germany. Its territory was divided into four major areas separated by the Herrschaft Wildenberg, apparently held by a younger branch of the same family. By 1300, the Herren von Reifferscheid were vassals of the Grafen von Berg, as shown by the charter dated 18 May 1300 under which "Johannes dominus de Riferscheit” sold “duos mansos...infra Bedeburc et Blankinberg” to “domino nostro domino Wilhelmo comiti de Monte”[1023].

The possible family origin of the Herren von Reifferscheid is the subject of some controversy. Ernst’s Histoire de Limbourg states that “c’est de Gérard de Limbourg que descendent les seigneurs de Reifferscheid”[1024]. “Gérard de Limbourg” is identified as Gerard, younger son of Walram [II] Graaf van Limburg, Duke of Lower Lotharingia and younger brother of Hendrik II Duke of Limburg, who is recorded in sources until 4 Aug 1166 (see the document LIMBURG). Ernst cites no specific primary sources which confirm his suggestion and his discussion of the background is far from clear. Fahne also includes a discussion about the Reifferscheid family’s possible connections with the Carolingian and Limburg dynasties[1025].

A possible family connection between the dukes of Limburg and the Herren von Reifferscheid is based on four arguments:

· Firstly, a charter dated 1130 suggests that the Herrschaft Reifferscheid was then held by the dukes of Limburg[1026]: Walram [II] granted the right to cut wood “in suo singulari nemore, quod castello Reiferscheit est vicinum” (among other properties) to Steinfeld abbey by charter dated 1130, the same document recording that Friedrich Archbishop of Köln granted the right of patronage “in capellam memorato castro continguam” to “praefato duce vel quovis legitimo eiusdem hærede”[1027]. This suggestion is inconsistent with Reifferscheid being a “Reichsherrschaft” as noted above, although it is possible that the holder of Reifferscheid castle later sold it to the kings of Germany who then granted it as an imperial fief.

· Secondly, a charter dated 1198 concerning the excommunication of Konrad von Schleiden (in connection with property of the church of Steinfeld) was witnessed by “Liberi: Henricus [Hendrik II Duke of Limburg], Walramus, Fridericus filii eius, Gerhardus de Reifferscheid et Philippus fratres eius...”[1028]. The wording of the witness list in this charter, as reproduced by Hugo, would indicate that Gerhard and Philipp were brothers of “Henricus”, who is named first in the list. However, Ernst casts doubt on the wording of the document. He suggests that "il paraît que c’est une faute d’impression, comme il y en a tant dans les chartes publiées par M. Hugo" and that the text should read “Gerhardus de Reifferscheid et Philippus frater eius”[1029]. Ernst implies that Schannat’s Eiflia Illustrata also discusses the point, although apart from stating that Gerhard [I] and Philipp [I] were brothers Schannat does not appear to discuss the wording of the 1198 charter[1030]. The implication of Ernst’s discussion is that he had not seen the original charter and was just speculating. If the actual wording of the charter as reproduced by Hugo is accepted, Gerhard [I] von Reifferscheid was the same person as Gerard van Limburg, and Philipp [I] was another otherwise unrecorded son of Walram [II]. If the wording of the charter should be corrected, the proximity of the Limburg and Reifferscheid names in this witness list still suggests a close connection between the two groups, maybe reflecting a family relationship.

· Thirdly, secondary sources usually show the descent of the later Herren von Reifferscheid from Gerhard [I], although as noted below no primary sources have been identified which confirm that this descent is correct. It is assumed that the descent is speculative and cannot now be corroborated by surviving documentary proof.

· Fourthly, a family relationship with the dukes of Limburg is indicated by the charter dated 1253 under which “viros nobiles consanguineis nostros...Gerardum dominum de Wassinberg et Johannem dictum de Rifirscheidt” were named as fiduciaries when Walram Duke of Limburg granted protection to the citizens of Köln on the road from Köln to Maastricht and Liège[1031]. However, this charter is dated many years after the establishment of the Reifferscheid line, so the referenced family relationship may have been through a later female line connection. The same can be said about the charter dated 23 Apr 1282 under which “Johannes” declared that “dominus Henricus de Riferscheit patruus meus” had appointed him as his successor following in the footsteps of “predecessorum suorum illustrium ducum in Limburg et marchionum in Arlo, de quibus originem ducerit tam sangwinis quam generose nobilitatis”[1032].

Turning to onomastics, if the two families were closely related it would be expected that the names Walram and Heinrich/Hendrik, closely associated with the Limburg family, would feature frequently among the Herren von Reifferscheid, which is not the case. In addition, the fact that the great-nephew of “Gerard de Limbourg”, the son of Hendrik III Duke of Limburg, was named as Herr von Wassenburg from 1212 (see the document LIMBURG) suggests that Gerard, son of Waleran [II], left no surviving issue.

1. HERMANN von Reifferscheid (-after 1176). "Godefridus…Dux Lotharingiæ" confirmed the donation of revenue from Lomersheim made to the church of Rolduc [Rode] by "Kuniza filia Hermanni de Riverscheit cum eodem patre suo…cum marito suo Herimanno" by charter dated 1173, confirmed 1176 by Philipp Archbishop of Köln[1033]. m ---. The name of Hermann’s wife is not known. Hermann & his wife had one child:

a) KUNIZA von Reifferscheid (-after 1176). "Godefridus…Dux Lotharingiæ" confirmed the donation of revenue from Lomersheim made to the church of Rolduc [Rode] by "Kuniza filia Hermanni de Riverscheit cum eodem patre suo…cum marito suo Herimanno" by charter dated 1173, confirmed 1176 by Philipp Archbishop of Köln[1034]. The family of Kuniza’s husband has not been identified. m HERMANN, son of ---.

Two brothers, parents not identified. Their possible origin in the Limburg family is discussed in the introduction above.

1. GERHARD [I] von Reifferscheid (-after 1198). “...Gerhardus de Riferscheit et Philippus frater eius...” witnessed the charter dated 18 Jul 1195 under which Gerhard Abbot of Prüm exchanged property with Hemerode[1035]. “Liberi: Henricus, Walramus, Fridericus filii eius, Gerhardus de Reifferscheid et Philippus fratres eius, Henricus de Sundeheim et frater eius Godefridus...” witnessed the charter dated 1198 which records that “fratres de Blanckenheim Gerardus et Cunradus” had requested “decimam de novalibus in sylva...juxta castrum Schleyda” which was possessed by the church of Steinfeld, and that “Cunradum de Schleyde” had usurped the revenue and was excommunicated[1036].

2. PHILIPP [I] von Reifferscheid (-after 1198). “...Gerhardus de Riferscheit et Philippus frater eius...” witnessed the charter dated 18 Jul 1195 under which Gerhard Abbot of Prüm exchanged property with Hemerode[1037]. “Liberi: Henricus, Walramus, Fridericus filii eius, Gerhardus de Reifferscheid et Philippus fratres eius, Henricus de Sundeheim et frater eius Godefridus...” witnessed the charter dated 1198 which records that “fratres de Blanckenheim Gerardus et Cunradus” had requested “decimam de novalibus in sylva...juxta castrum Schleyda” which was possessed by the church of Steinfeld, and that “Cunradum de Schleyde” had usurped the revenue and was excommunicated[1038]. Fahne indicates that Philipp inherited Wildenberg but does not cite the primary source which confirms that this information is correct[1039].

1. FRIEDRICH [I] von Reifferscheid (-after 29 Nov 1250). According to Fahne, Friedrich [I] was the son of Gerhard [I] von Reifferscheid (no primary source cited)[1040]. If, as suggested above, the Limburg family sold Reifferscheid to the kings of Germany, who later awarded it as an imperial fief, maybe Friedrich [I] was entirely unrelated to earlier holders of the castle. "Fridericus dominus castri Ripersceit" confirmed that "filia nostra Jutta puellula de Bedebure" had sold property “iuxta curtem Gumbrachtesheim” to Camp abbey by charter dated Feb 1226[1041]. "...Fridericus de Riferscheit" witnessed the charter dated 1227 under which "Johannes...comes de Spanheim..." granted property to “domino Theoderico de Nigro monte [Schwarzenberg] et fratri suo Willelmo”[1042]. "...Fridericus de Rifirseit..." witnessed the charter dated 2 Jan 1238 (presumably O.S.) under which Theoderich Archbishop of Trier confirmed "castri...Hunoldisteyn" to “Metthildis et Loretta filia...consanguinei nostri Henrici bone memorie quondam comitis de Castris”[1043]. "...Fridericus de Ryferscheit..." witnessed the charter dated Nov 1240 under which "domina Elysabeth de Hengebach" established the dowry of “filiam nostram Margaretham” for the marriage to “domino Symoni de Spanheym”[1044]. “Friderico de Riferscheit, Waltero de Brunshorn viris nobilibus...” witnessed the charter dated 1242 under which Konrad Archbishop of Köln established privileges of Deutz abbey[1045]. "...Fredericus de Rifirscheid..." witnessed the charter dated 29 Nov 1250 under which Konrad Archbishop of Köln, at the request of “domine Elyse sororis nostre”, granted property to "Margarete filius ipsius uxori domini Symonis viri nobilis de Spanheim"[1046]. m ---. The name of Friedrich’s wife is not known. The reference to Bedbur in connection with this couple’s daughter suggests that her mother may have been heiress of Bedbur. Friedrich [I] & his wife had one child:

a) JUTTA von Bedbur . "Fridericus dominus castri Ripersceit" confirmed that "filia nostra Jutta puellula de Bedebure" had sold property “iuxta curtem Gumbrachtesheim” to Camp abbey by charter dated Feb 1226[1047].

1. --- von Reifferscheid (-before 10 Sep 1250). No primary source has been identified which names the father of Johann [I] von Reifferscheid. From a chronological point of view only, he could have been Friedrich [I] von Reifferscheid who is named above. m [--- von Hengebach, daughter of EBERHARD [II] von Hengebach & his wife Jutta von Jülich]. Her parentage and marriage are suggested by the following charter. "W. comitem de Kessele, Arnoldum dominum de Diste, G. fratrem eius, F. dominum de Blankenhem, Johannem de Riperset...consanguineos nostros, viros nobiles..." acted as fiduciaries under the charter dated 10 Sep 1250 under which “Wilhelmus comes Juliacensis” appointed arbitrators to settle a dispute with Konrad Archbishop of Köln[1048]. In this document, the first four fiduciaries acting for Wilhelm [IV] Graf von Jülich were his cousins, children of his paternal aunts probably named in order of their seniority within the family. It is reasonable to suppose that the fifth fiduciary, Johann von Reifferscheid, also described as “consanguineus” of Graf Wilhelm, was descended from another of his aunts. Two children:

a) JOHANN [I] von Reifferscheid (-[1253/1254]). Herr von Reifferscheid. "...Ph. de Wildenberg, Johannem et Heinricum de Rifircheit, Ar. dominum de Dist, Ludolphum de Dicka, C. dominum de Mulenarke..." acted as fiduciaries under the charter dated Jan 1248 which records the settlement of a dispute between Konrad Archbishop of Köln and “virum nobilem Waleramum de Juliaco...”[1049]. “...Dominus Johannes de Rifferscheit...” witnessed the charter dated 1 May 1248 under which "Megthildis quondam comitissa Seynensis" exchanged "medietate castri Hunoltstein" with “nobili viro Frederico domino de Blankenheim cum sua uxore”[1050]. "W. comitem de Kessele, Arnoldum dominum de Diste, G. fratrem eius, F. dominum de Blankenhem, Johannem de Riperset...consanguineos nostros, viros nobiles..." acted as fiduciaries under the charter dated 10 Sep 1250 under which “Wilhelmus comes Juliacensis” appointed arbitrators to settle a dispute with Konrad Archbishop of Köln[1051]. Herr von Bedbur. “Viros nobiles consanguineis nostros...Gerardum dominum de Wassinberg et Johannem dictum de Rifirscheidt” were named as fiduciaries in the charter dated 1253 under which Walram Duke of Limburg granted protection to the citizens of Köln along the road from Köln to Maastricht and Liège[1052]. m JUTTA von Isenburg, daughter of DIETRICH von Isenburg Herr von Kempenich & his wife Adela --- (-[1278/22 Jul 1287]). "Jutta relicta bone memorie domini Johanni de Beydebure" confirmed the agreement between "dominum et maritum meum et fratrem meum Gerhardum dominum de Kempinich" regarding property “in Budindorp” by charter dated 25 Apr 1254, witnessed by “...F. dominus de Blankinheym, F. dominus de Sleyde, H. dominus de Rifirscheit, G. dominus de Dollendorp”[1053]. "Jutta relicta domini Johanni quondam de Ryferscheit et...Fridericus et Henricus, Johannes et iterum Johannes fratres et pueri dictorum nobilium" sold property inherited from "domini Theoderici et domine Adele felicis memorie nobilium de Kempenick" with “fratres cum sororibus deinceps fratri nostro...Gerhardo viro nobili domino de Kempenich” by charter dated 1258, witnessed by “...Fr. domini de Blanckenheim, F. domini de Sleyde, Ph. domini de Wildenberg”[1054]. “Jutte vrowe van Bethbure” renounced rights over vines inherited from “die grevinne Mechtilt...zu Seyne” in favour of “Frideriche van Rypherscheit mime sone” by charter dated 1276[1055]. “Fredericus dominus de Bedebure...Henricus et Johannes de Riferscheyt fratres predicti Frederici...cum matre nostra...Johannes iunior frater...cum matre nostra” donated property to Kloster Campen, with the consent of “matris necnon...et fratrum nostrorum”, by charter dated Dec 1276[1056]. “Jutta relicta domini Johannis quondam de Ryferscheit et...Fridericus et Henricus, Johannes et iterum Johannes fratres et pueri dictorum nobilium” sold their rights in the succession of “parentum nostrorum...domini Theoderici et domine Adele felicis memorie nobilium de Kempenich” to “fratri nostro...Gerhardo...domino de Kempenich” by charter dated 1278[1057]. Jutta is named as deceased in the 22 Jul 1287 charter cited below under her son Johann [II] and daughter Mechtild, which also records that she held property “in Paffendorp” during her lifetime. Johann [I] & his wife had [seven] children:

i) FRIEDRICH [II] von Reifferscheid (-[8 Apr 1277/17 Jan 1281]). "Jutta relicta domini Johanni quondam de Ryferscheit et...Fridericus et Henricus, Johannes et iterum Johannes fratres et pueri dictorum nobilium" sold property inherited from "domini Theoderici et domine Adele felicis memorie nobilium de Kempenick" by charter dated 1258[1058]. Herr von Bedbur. Herr von Malberg, maybe de iure uxoris.

- HERREN von MALBERG (REIFFERSCHEID).

ii) HEINRICH von Reifferscheid (-after 8 Apr 1277). "Jutta relicta domini Johanni quondam de Ryferscheit et...Fridericus et Henricus, Johannes et iterum Johannes fratres et pueri dictorum nobilium" sold property inherited from "domini Theoderici et domine Adele felicis memorie nobilium de Kempenick" by charter dated 1258[1059]. “Fredericus dominus de ¨ckeswagenBedebure...Henricus et Johannes de Riferscheyt fratres predicti Frederici...cum matre nostra...Johannes iunior frater...cum matre nostra” donated property to Kloster Campen, with the consent of “matris necnon...et fratrum nostrorum”, by charter dated Dec 1276[1060]. "…Fridericus et Henricus frater eius de Ryferscheyt…" were among those who declared war against Sifrid Archbishop of Köln by charter dated 8 Apr 1277[1061].

iii) JOHANN [II] von Reifferscheid (-[3 Sep 1316/8 Jan 1317]). "Jutta relicta domini Johanni quondam de Ryferscheit et...Fridericus et Henricus, Johannes et iterum Johannes fratres et pueri dictorum nobilium" sold property inherited from "domini Theoderici et domine Adele felicis memorie nobilium de Kempenick" by charter dated 1258[1062].

- see below.

iv) JOHANN von Reifferscheid (-after 19 Feb 1281). "Jutta relicta domini Johanni quondam de Ryferscheit et...Fridericus et Henricus, Johannes et iterum Johannes fratres et pueri dictorum nobilium" sold property inherited from "domini Theoderici et domine Adele felicis memorie nobilium de Kempenick" by charter dated 1258[1063]. Herr von Malberg. “Fredericus dominus de Bedebure...Henricus et Johannes de Riferscheyt fratres predicti Frederici...cum matre nostra...Johannes iunior frater...cum matre nostra” donated property to Kloster Campen, with the consent of “matris necnon...et fratrum nostrorum”, by charter dated Dec 1276[1064]. "Johannes de Beddeburc, et Johannes de Moylberg, filius quondam domini Fryderici de Ryferscheit militis" confirmed that, if "ex parte filiorum fratris mei Johannis de Beddeburc, videlicet fratrum meorum Johnnis de Moylberg predicti, qui adhuc ad annos nondum pervenerunt", the Teutonic Knights at Gürath would hold “foresta...Greuenvorst”, by charter dated 19 Feb 1281[1065].

v) [JOHANN Holdevart von Reifferscheid ). Europäische Stammtafeln records his parentage[1066]. Fahne does not name him[1067]. The primary source on which his suggested parentage is based has not been identified. His name suggests a connection with several unconnected Reifferscheid entries which are listed below.]

vi) HEDWIG [Heilwig] von Reifferscheid (-[24 Dec 1285/13 Jan 1305]). Her parentage is indicated by the 13 Jan 1304 (O.S.) charter cited below under her sister Mechtild. Frau von Setterich (the circumstances surrounding her acquisition of Setterich have not been ascertained, maybe it was a fief inherited from her mother): "Henricus dominus de Schinna” confirmed his marriage with “Guderade filia domini Hildegeri dicti de Stessa civis Coloniensis” by charter dated 24 Dec 1285, witnessed by “nobiliorum virorum...militum, Arnoldi de Gimenich et Helewigis domine de Schidriche, proximorum nostrorum” and sealed by “nos...Arnoldus de Gimenich et Helewigis, proximi et consanguinei domini Henrici predicti”[1068]. The precise family relationship between Hedwig and “Henricus dominus de Schinna” has not been confirmed. Nun at Burtscheid, confirmed by the 13 Jan 1304 (O.S.) charter, which also confirms that Hedwig was deceased at the time and had been succeeded in Setterich by her sister Mechtild.

vii) MECHTILD von Reifferscheid (1254 or before-26 Mar ----, [24 Jun 1305/1319]). Her marriage date is suggested from her likely birth date, but bearing in mind the likely age of her husband. No indication has been found of the precise year of her birth, other than the date her father died. Her parentage and marriage are indicated by the following document: “Johannes...dominus de Ripersceit”, for himself and on behalf of “sorore nostra domina Methilde uxore viri nobilis domini Wilhelmi de Stailburg”, renounced rights in their jointly held property “in Paffendorp”, held by their mother, in favour of Essen abbey, for the soul of “matris nostre”, by charter dated 22 Jul 1287[1069]. "[Unnamed] relicta quondam nobilis domini de Staylburg et Wiricus, filius et heres noster" granted "…jurnalia terre arabilis, sita apud viam Aquensem versus Baystwilre, et…apud Semitam versus Vlouerke” to “Godefrido domino de Heynsberg" by charter dated 7 Dec 1304[1070]. The following document indicates that Mechtild succeeded as Frau von Setterich (“…rationi nostri dominii…”) on the death of her older sister Hedwig [Heilwig] (whose precise date of death is unknown, see above): “Megtildis relicta bone memorie dni Willelmi dni de Stoylburch militis” confirmed the donation of “bona…sita in territorio de Setterig”, which had been bought by “quondam domicella Hadewigis soror nostra monialis monasterii in Purcheio prope Aquis” and donated to Burtscheid by her “dum vixerit” and which “bona rationi nostri dominii in villa et territorio de Setterich a nobis et nostro filio Wirico predicto descendunt” [presumably when Hedwig died], for the souls of “dicti dni Willelmi nostri mariti ac...nostre et Wirici nostri filii”, by charter dated 13 Jan 1304 (O.S.), confirmed by her son in a second charter dated 13 Jan 1304 (O.S.), and in a third charter issued by the convent dated 24 Jun 1305[1071]. Willems describes the seals attached to the 13 Jan 1304 charters[1072]. The necrology of Burtscheid records the death “VII Kal Apr” of “da. Methildis da. de Stalberch” and her donation of harvest[1073]. No indication has been found of Mechtild’s year of death. She is recorded as deceased in the early-Jan 1319 (O.S.?) of her daughter Heilwig [Hedwig]. m ([1275/78?]) WILHELM [VI] von Frenz Herr von Stolberg, son of WILHELM [IV] Herr von Frenz & his second wife Sophie von Hückeswagen ([1260?]-23 Nov ----, [22 Jul 1287/Jan 1304]).

b) HEINRICH von Reifferscheid (-after 1254). "...Ph. de Wildenberg, Johannem et Heinricum de Rifircheit, Ar. dominum de Dist, Ludolphum de Dicka, C. dominum de Mulenarke..." acted as fiduciaries under the charter dated Jan 1248 which records the settlement of a dispute between Konrad Archbishop of Köln and “virum nobilem Waleramum de Juliaco...”[1074]. Although this document does not specify the family relationship between them, this is confirmed by the charter of his nephew Johann [II] von Reifferscheid dated 23 Apr 1282 quoted below. Herr von Reifferscheidt. “Philippus dominus de Wildenberg” donated property in Oberbachem to Steinfeld abbey at the request of “consanguinei mei Henrici domini de Reifferscheit” by charter dated 1254[1075]. m AGNES van Kuyc, daughter of --- (-after 23 Apr 1282). “Johannes...dominus de Rifirscheit” declared that “dominus Henricus de Riferscheit patruus meus”, childless, had appointed him his successor and made donations following in the footsteps of “predecessorum suorum illustrium ducum in Limburg et marchionum in Arlo, de quibus originem ducerit tam sangwinis quam generose nobilitatis”, with the consent of “domine Agnetis de Kuc coniugis sue”, by charter dated 23 Apr 1282[1076].

JOHANN [II] von Reifferscheid, son of JOHANN [I] Herr von Reifferscheid & his wife Jutta von Isenburg (-[3 Sep 1316/8 Jan 1317]). "Jutta relicta domini Johanni quondam de Ryferscheit et...Fridericus et Henricus, Johannes et iterum Johannes fratres et pueri dictorum nobilium" sold property inherited from "domini Theoderici et domine Adele felicis memorie nobilium de Kempenick" by charter dated 1258[1077]. Herr von Reifferscheid. “Fredericus dominus de Bedebure...Henricus et Johannes de Riferscheyt fratres predicti Frederici...cum matre nostra...Johannes iunior frater...cum matre nostra” donated property to Kloster Campen, with the consent of “matris necnon...et fratrum nostrorum”, by charter dated Dec 1276[1078]. Sifrid Archbishop of Köln and "Gerardus dictus Scherfchin miles" confirmed that "matronam dominam Methildem quondam comitissam Senensem" and “Johannem dominum de Rifercheit” had reached agreement on “feodo quod et que quondam Fridericus dominus de Rifercheit, frater ipsius Johannis...tenebat ab ipsa domina comitissa” by charter dated 17 Jan 1281[1079]. "Johannes de Beddeburc, et Johannes de Moylberg, filius quondam domini Fryderici de Ryferscheit militis" confirmed that, if "ex parte filiorum fratris mei Johannis de Beddeburc, videlicet fratrum meorum Johnnis de Moylberg predicti, qui adhuc ad annos nondum pervenerunt", the Teutonic Knights at Gürath would hold “foresta...Greuenvorst”, by charter dated 19 Feb 1281[1080]. “Johannes...dominus de Rifirscheit” declared that “dominus Henricus de Riferscheit patruus meus”, childless, had appointed him his successor and donated property following in the footsteps of “predecessorum suorum illustrium ducum in Limburg et marchionum in Arlo, de quibus originem ducerit tam sangwinis quam generose nobilitatis”, with the consent of “domine Agnetis de Kuc coniugis sue”, by charter dated 23 Apr 1282[1081]. “Johannes...dominus de Ripersceit”, for himself and on behalf of “sorore nostra domina Methilde uxore viri nobilis domini Wilhelmi de Stailburg”, renounced rights in their jointly held property “in Paffendorp”, held by their mother, in favour of Essen abbey, for the soul of “matris nostre”, by charter dated 22 Jul 1287[1082]. Butkens records the participation of “[le Sire]...de Ryferscheyt...” at the battle of Woeringen 1288[1083]. "Johannes nobilis vir dominus de Riferscheit miles” granted jurisdiction previously exercised by Camp abbey to “villam parochialem de Ouwenheim”, with the consent of “Cunegundis uxoris nostre”, by charter dated 27 Jun 1290, sealed by “nepotis nostri nobilis viri Johannis domini de Mailberg”[1084]. “Johannes dominus de Riferscheit et Kunegundis...coniux nostra cum Johanne filio nostro primogenito” donated property “in villa de Dreisse apud Reinbach” to Steinfeld abbey, and agreed to obtain the consent of “consanguinei nostri de Kempenich dominus Theodericus et frater suus Symon necnon et Johannes de Mailberg et frater suus Rudolfus”, by charter dated 20 Mar 1293[1085]. “Joanne domino de Ryferscheit” founded Bedbur monastery by charter dated 27 Jan 1299[1086]. "Johannes dominus de Riferscheit” sold “duos mansos...infra Bedeburc et Blankinberg” to “domino nostro domino Wilhelmo comiti de Monte” by charter dated 18 May 1300[1087]. "Gerardus dominus de Blankenheym et Fredericus eius primogenitus" acknowledged that Wicbold Archbishop of Köln had freed him from capture by “Henricum borgravium de Drakenvels” by charter dated 14 Mar 1300, witnessed by “nobilium virorum Johannis de Ryferscheyt et Gerlaci de Dollendorp dominorum”[1088]. "Rudolphus miles de Ryferscheit ac dominus de Mylendunc" sold “bona mea de Wurme” to “nobili viro domino de Hensberg”, naming as fiduciaries “dominum Gerardum comitem Juliacensem, Johannem dominum de Ryferscheit patruum meum, Henricum fratrem meum de Moylsberg...”, by charter dated 17 Jun 1302[1089]. “Johannes de Rifferscheidt et de Bedtbuhr et Cunegundis eius uxor” sold property to Kloster Camp by charter dated 28 Dec 1302[1090]. “Johannes vir nobilis dominus de Riferscheyt” donated property to the Teutonic Knights by charter dated 3 Sep 1316[1091].

m KUNIGUNDE, daughter of --- (-after 22 Jul 1318). "Johannes nobilis vir dominus de Riferscheit miles” granted jurisdiction previously exercised by Camp abbey to “villam parochialem de Ouwenheim”, with the consent of “Cunegundis uxoris nostre”, by charter dated 27 Jun 1290, sealed by “nepotis nostri nobilis viri Johannis domini de Mailberg”[1092]. “Johannes dominus de Riferscheit et Kunegundis...coniux nostra cum Johanne filio nostro primogenito” donated property “in villa de Dreisse apud Reinbach” to Steinfeld abbey, and agreed to obtain the consent of “consanguinei nostri de Kempenich dominus Theodericus et frater suus Symon necnon et Johannes de Mailberg et frater suus Rudolfus”, by charter dated 20 Mar 1293[1093]. “Johannes de Rifferscheidt et de Bedtbuhr et Cunegundis eius uxor” sold property to Kloster Camp by charter dated 28 Dec 1302[1094]. “Nobilis matrona Cunegundis relicta quondam nobilis viri domini Johannis domini de Ryfferscheyth et Henricus eius filius canonicus Coloniensis ac Ponezettha eius soror necnon Ryckarda relicta nobilis viri quondam domini Johannis iunioris domini de Ryfferscheyt et Johannes filius eiusdem relicte nunc dominus de Ryfferscheyth, nobiles” sold property to Köln St. Severin by charter dated 8 Jan 1317[1095]. “Konegundis relicta quondam felicis recordationis --- domini de Ryferscheyt et domina de Bethbure et Henricus eius filius dominus de Bethbure” confirmed an exchange of property between Kloster Camp and Hüchelhoven by charter dated 22 Jul 1318[1096]. “Johann Herr von Reifferscheid und Mechtold seine Frau” granted Reifferscheid to the kings of Bohemia (as Counts of Luxembourg) as a fief by charter dated 1331, witnessed by “Graf Ruprecht von Virneburg und Heinrich von Malberg, beide Oheime, und Ludwig von Randerode, Schwager Johanns”[1097]. While the precise family relationship between the Reiffenberg and Virneburg families has not been ascertained, one possibility is that it was through Kunigunde. Bert M. Kamp has also highlighted that the unusual name Ponzetta (given to Johann [II]’s daughter, see below) also appears in the Virneburg family, and that it therefore seems probable that Kunigunde was Kunigunde von Virneburg, daughter of Heinrich [I] Graf von Virneburg & his wife Ponzetta ---[1098]. The suggestion also appears compatible with the chronology of the two families.

Johann [II] & his wife had three children:

1. JOHANN [III] von Reifferscheid (-[3 Sep 1316/8 Jan 1317]). “Johannes dominus de Riferscheit et Kunegundis...coniux nostra cum Johanne filio nostro primogenito” donated property “in villa de Dreisse apud Reinbach” to Steinfeld abbey, and agreed to obtain the consent of “consanguinei nostri de Kempenich dominus Theodericus et frater suus Symon necnon et Johannes de Mailberg et frater suus Rudolfus”, by charter dated 20 Mar 1293[1099]. Heinrich [II] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the betrothal of "Ottone comite Clevensi" and “Mechtildem filiam quondam Roperti comitis de Virnenborg fratris nostri”, naming as fiduciaries “...Johannem de Ryferscheyt primogenitum Johannis domini de Ryferscheyt...”, by charter dated 1 Aug 1308[1100]. Herr von Reifferscheid: Johann [III] is called “dominus” in the charter dated 8 Jan 1317 quoted below. The implication is that he succeeded his father but died soon afterwards. m RICHARDIS von Salm, daughter of WILHELM [III] Graf von Salm & his wife [Catherine] de Prouvy (-[23 or 26 Jan ----], after 6 Mar [1330/31]). “Nobilis matrona Cunegundis relicta quondam nobilis viri domini Johannis domini de Ryfferscheyth et Henricus eius filius canonicus Coloniensis ac Ponezettha eius soror necnon Ryckarda relicta nobilis viri quondam domini Johannis iunioris domini de Ryfferscheyt et Johannes filius eiusdem relicte nunc dominus de Ryfferscheyth, nobiles” sold property to Köln St. Severin by charter dated 8 Jan 1317[1101]. Her parentage is indicated by the charter dated 1 Jun 1318 under which “Richarda domina de Riferscheit...cum Johanne filio nostro unigenito...herede dicti dominii” mortgaged property to “Johanni et Tilkino fratribus de Wesene...”, and “Gerhardus comes Juliacensis et Wilhelmus filius eiusdem” acted as guarantors for “Richarda iam dicta nostra nepte et Johanne filio eiusdem”[1102], taken together with the later inheritance by her descendant Johann [VI] Herr von Reifferscheid of the county of Salm-Niedersalm as nearest heir to Heinrich [VI] Graf von Salm (who died in 1415, see the document LUXEMBOURG). Two factors suggest that “neptis” in the 1 Jun 1318 document should be interpreted as great-niece not niece (in relation to Graf Gerhard [V]), in which case Richardis was the granddaughter of Wilhelm [II] Graf von Salm and his wife Richardis von Jülich. Firstly, the chronology is more favourable to Richardis being Gerhard [V]’s great-niece, given the marriage date of Richardis von Jülich as well as Johann [III] von Reifferscheid’s son and successor being a minor when Johann died. Secondly, this family relationship provides the best explanation for the Papal dispensation dated 17 Jan 1348 for the marriage of Johann [III]’s probable daughter Ermesinde to Johann [II] von Bilstein (see below)[1103]. That dispensation refers to 4° consanguinity between the parties to the marriage. However, Johann [II] von Bilstein was separated by only 3° consanguinity from their common ancestor, Wilhelm [III] Graf von Jülich. Johann [III] von Reifferscheid’s wife being the great-niece of Graf Gerhard [V] would provide the necessary 4° consanguinity connection. The identity of Richardis’s father as Wilhelm [III] Graf von Salm also requires some explanation. A completely different source (relating to Ostrevant) shows that the mother of Renier de Choiseul’s wife (see LUXEMBOURG) was “--- de Prouvy” and that Renier’s wife was therefore the daughter of Wilhelm [III] Graf von Salm. Renier’s descendant unsuccessfully claimed the county of Salm, following the death in 1415 without direct heirs of Heinrich [VI] Graf von Salm, but the Council of Luxembourg judged in favour of Johann von Reifferscheid who was one of Richardis’s descendants (see judgment dated 5 Feb 1455, cited below). The acceptance of the Reifferscheid over the Choiseul claim was presumably based on the family seniority of the Reifferscheid candidate (although the 5 Feb 1455 does not compare the merits of the two claims). If that is correct, the only reasonable explanation is that Richardis was the older sister of the wife of Renier de Choiseul and was therefore also the daughter of Wilhelm [III]. This conclusion is consistent with Vannérus stating that the only “proof” submitted by the successful Reifferscheid claimant to the Council of Luxembourg was that his relationship with Heinrich [VI] Graf von Salm “ne dépassait pas le huitième degré”[1104]: if their common ancestor was Wilhelm [III] Graf von Salm, three generations separated Heinrich [VI] from him, while five generations separated Johann [VI] von Reifferscheid[1105], totalling 8° consanguinity. It should be noted that the judgment of the Council of Luxembourg dated 15 Jul 1455 relating to the Choiseul-Aigremont claim to the county, quoted by Vignier in his mid-17th century history of the bishopric of Langres, names Heinrich [IV] Graf von Salm and his sister Isabelle as the only children of Graf Wilhelm [III][1106]. However, it would not be surprising that the Choiseul-Aigremont claimants adduced no evidence of the competing Reifferscheid claim to the court. [A completely different family origin is indicated by Europäische Stammtafeln, which shows the wife of Johann [III] von Reifferscheid as Richardis von der Mark, daughter of Eberhard [I] Graf von der Mark & his second wife ---[1107]. Given that Graf Eberhard [I]’s second marriage can be dated to after Mar 1294, this suggestion appears impossible from a chronological point of view given that Richardis’s son is named in the charter dated 8 Jan 1317 in which he is described as “dominus”. He was probably an adolescent at the time, although not having reached the age of majority.] Frau von Stolburg und Setterich: “Arnoldus dominus de Randenroide et Hadwigis conthorales” transferred “nomine usufructus seu titulo donationis…castrum nostrum dictum Staylburg...[et] in Setterig...” [properties described in detail] to “Richarde domine de Riuerscheit” by charter dated 18 Mar 1324, witnessed by “Walrami de Randerode...”[1108]. Richardis is named as living in the 6 Mar 1330 (O.S.?) charter quoted below. [The necrology of Burtscheid records the death “X Kal Feb” of “Richardis da. de Stoilburch” and her donation[1109]. The Memorienbuch des Klosters Wenau records 26 Jan “dominæ Richardæ laicæ de Stolberg”[1110]. These two entries could refer to Richardis considering the 18 Mar 1324 charter in which she was granted Stolburg. If that is correct, the difference in dates has not been explained] Johann [III] & his wife had [two] children:

a) JOHANN [IV] von Reifferscheid (-1366). Herr von Reifferscheid. “Nobilis matrona Cunegundis relicta quondam nobilis viri domini Johannis domini de Ryfferscheyth et Henricus eius filius canonicus Coloniensis ac Ponezettha eius soror necnon Ryckarda relicta nobilis viri quondam domini Johannis iunioris domini de Ryfferscheyt et Johannes filius eiusdem relicte nunc dominus de Ryfferscheyth, nobiles” sold property to Köln St. Severin by charter dated 8 Jan 1317[1111].

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b) [ERMESINDE von Reifferscheid (-after 1348). Pope Clement VI granted dispensation for the marriage of "Iohanne de Bilstein milite" and “Irmeswinde nata...Iohannis Rifercheit militis Colon. dioc.” despite 4° consanguinity of which the parties were ignorant when they married, dated 17 Jan 1348[1112]. Europäische Stammtafeln indicates that Ermesinde was the daughter of Johann [III] Herr von Reifferscheid[1113]. Another table in the same series states that Johann [II] von Bilstein’s first wife was last named in 1335[1114]. The chronology appears to be compatible with this parentage if Johann’s second marriage took place soon after that date. On the other hand if the couple married shortly before the date of the Papal dispensation, Ermesinde could have been the daughter of Johann [IV] Herr von Reifferscheid. m ([1336/47], Papal dispensation 17 Jan 1348) as his second wife, JOHANN [II] von Bilstein, son of DIETRICH [III] Herr von Bilstein & his wife Katharina von Arnsberg (-after 1368).]

2. HEINRICH von Reifferscheid (-[6 Mar [1330/31]/26 Jan 1341]). Canon at Köln: “Nobilis matrona Cunegundis relicta quondam nobilis viri domini Johannis domini de Ryfferscheyth et Henricus eius filius canonicus Coloniensis ac Ponezettha eius soror necnon Ryckarda relicta nobilis viri quondam domini Johannis iunioris domini de Ryfferscheyt et Johannes filius eiusdem relicte nunc dominus de Ryfferscheyth, nobiles” sold property to Köln St. Severin by charter dated 8 Jan 1317[1115]. Herr von Bedbur. “Konegundis relicta quondam felicis recordationis --- domini de Ryferscheyt et domina de Bethbure et Henricus eius filius dominus de Bethbure” confirmed an exchange of property between Kloster Camp and Hüchelhoven by charter dated 22 Jul 1318[1116]. “Henricus de Ryfirsheyt dominus de Bedebure canonicus Coloniensis” donated property to the Teutonic Knights by charter dated 22 Jan 1321[1117]. "Willam greve van Gulge inde Ropprech greve van Virnenburch" confirmed a division of their inheritance between “Heinrichs van Ryffersscheyt” and “heren Johans van Ryfferscheyt”, recording that “vrouwe Rycharde heren Johans moder” held property “eyren weydeim...zo Hoinkirgen” and that “heren was van Rifferscheit, Henrichs vader, inde heren Johans ange was” had held properrty “zo Hillisheym”, that “Henrich...inde Johan sin neyve” would share “de burch zo Beydebure” subject to payments to “her Johan sinre husvrouwen...Mettolde van Randenroyde” and “Hackenbroyche...Hoinkirgen” while protecting rights of “vrouwe Rycharde heren Johans moder”, and that Heinrich should have “den dorperen Blyderich, Kirchtorp inde dey zwey Troistorp allit dat recht dat Gerart van der Dicke, heren Conraiz vader, nu is, ain den vurgesprochenen dorperen hadde”, by charter dated 6 Mar 1330 (O.S.?)[1118]. Heinrich resigned his ecclesiastical appointments. The 6 Mar 1330 (O.S.?) charter refers to rights of his future wife. Heinrich is named as deceased in his wife’s 26 Jan 1341 charter quoted below. m ([after 6 Mar 1330]) as her second husband, JOHANNA van Kessenich, widow of JAN van Montenaken, daughter of ARNOLD Heer van Kessenich & his wife --- (-[1360/21 Feb 1362], bur Knechtsteden). Follow her hyperlink for documents relating to her parentage, first marriage, and rights to Kessenich. "Reynolt...Hertzoeghe zu Gelre inde greve zu Suytphen" settled a dispute between “Johanne heirren zu Ryferscheit” and “heren Walrauen van Salmen, vrouwen Johannen die heren Henrichs van Ryferscheyt wyf was, inde Johannen irre dochtere” concerning the inheritance of Heinrich von Reifferscheid by charter dated 26 Jan 1341[1119]. She received Hackenbroich as dower. She married thirdly as his first wife, Gotthard von Neuenahr. “Godart van Nuwenare...mumpar Johannen van Hackenbruche, dy wilne huysfrawe was...heren Heinrichs van Rifferscheit” removed “Johannen, mynre...inde wilne heren Henrich van Riferscheit dochter” from the guardianship of the archbishop of Köln by undated charter[1120]. “Johan Hirre zo Ryferscheit ind zo Bedbure ind Mettil sine...Houisfrauwe...ind...Godart van Nuwenar ind Johanne van Kessenich syne...Houisfrauwe” agreed the marriage of “Johanne Doichter unser Johannen” and “Hern Johanne van Ryferscheit...syne Erven” within the next three years, by charter dated 1348[1121]: it appears that this marriage never took place. “Johan here zu Rifferscheit” granted “Hackenbruch” to “Godart van Nuwenare ind Johanna van Kessnich” by charter dated 25 Oct 1348[1122]. Europäische Stammtafeln records her as living in 1360[1123]. Her death and place of burial are confirmed by the 21 Feb 1361 (O.S.?) charter of [her third husband] “Gotthard von Neuenahr Herr zu Hackenbroich” which chose burial “in der Kirche zu Knechtsteden”, where his wife Johanna van Kessenich was buried[1124]. Heinrich & his wife had one child:

a) JOHANNA (-after 1387). "Reynolt...Hertzoeghe zu Gelre inde greve zu Suytphen" settled a dispute between “Johanne heirren zu Ryferscheit” and “heren Walrauen van Salmen, vrouwen Johannen die heren Henrichs van Ryferscheyt wyf was, inde Johannen irre dochtere” concerning the inheritance of Heinrich von Reifferscheid by charter dated 26 Jan 1341[1125]. [1126]. “Johan Hirre zo Ryferscheit ind zo Bedbure ind Mettil sine...Houisfrauwe...ind...Godart van Nuwenar ind Johanne van Kessenich syne...Houisfrauwe” agreed the marriage of “Johanne Doichter unser Johannen” and “Hern Johanne van Ryferscheit...syne Erven” within the next three years, by charter dated 1348[1127]: it appears that this marriage never took place. “Godart van Nuwenare...mumpar Johannen van Hackenbruche, dy wilne huysfrawe was...heren Heinrichs van Rifferscheit” removed “Johannen, mynre...inde wilne heren Henrich van Riferscheit dochter” from the guardianship of the archbishop of Köln by undated charter[1128]. “Diederich van Lymburch Knappe, sun heren Johans van Lymburch, und Johanna van Ryferscheit doychter wilne heren Heynrichs van Ryferscheit und van Beydbure [...Johanna van Kessenich unse...moyder], syne...hussfrauwe” renounced rights to “der hirschaf van Ryferscheit van Beydbure und van Hackinbruche” by charter dated 27 Jan 1354[1129]. “Der Knappe Dietrich von Limburg und seine Frau Johanna von Reifferscheid” requested “ihrem Schwager und Oheim Johann von Reifferscheid und Bedbur” to renounce rights in “die Herrschaften und Burgen...von Reifferscheid, Bedbur und Hackenbroich” by charter dated 28 Feb 1354[1130]. m (before 27 Jan 1354) DIETRICH [III] von Limburg, son of JOHANN [II] von Limburg & his wife --- (-[1397/2 May 1398]).

3. PONZETTA (-after 8 Jan 1317). “Nobilis matrona Cunegundis relicta quondam nobilis viri domini Johannis domini de Ryfferscheyth et Henricus eius filius canonicus Coloniensis ac Ponezettha eius soror necnon Ryckarda relicta nobilis viri quondam domini Johannis iunioris domini de Ryfferscheyt et Johannes filius eiusdem relicte nunc dominus de Ryfferscheyth, nobiles” sold property to Köln St. Severin by charter dated 8 Jan 1317[1131].

JOHANN [IV] von Reifferscheid, son of JOHANN [III] Herr von Reifferscheid & his wife Richardis von Salm (-1366). Herr von Reifferscheid. “Nobilis matrona Cunegundis relicta quondam nobilis viri domini Johannis domini de Ryfferscheyth et Henricus eius filius canonicus Coloniensis ac Ponezettha eius soror necnon Ryckarda relicta nobilis viri quondam domini Johannis iunioris domini de Ryfferscheyt et Johannes filius eiusdem relicte nunc dominus de Ryfferscheyth, nobiles” sold property to Köln St. Severin by charter dated 8 Jan 1317[1132]. “Richarda domina de Riferscheit...cum Johanne filio nostro unigenito...herede dicti dominii” mortgaged property to “Johanni et Tilkino fratribus de Wesene...”, and “Gerhardus comes Juliacensis et Wilhelmus filius eiusdem” acted as guarantors for “Richarda iam dicta nostra nepte et Johanne filio eiusdem”, by charter dated 1 Jun 1318[1133]. "Willam greve van Gulge inde Ropprech greve van Virnenburch" confirmed a division of their inheritance between “Heinrichs van Ryffersscheyt” and “heren Johans van Ryfferscheyt”, recording that “vrouwe Rycharde heren Johans moder” held property “eyren weydeim...zo Hoinkirgen” and that “heren was van Rifferscheit, Henrichs vader, inde heren Johans ange was” had held properrty “zo Hillisheym”, that “Henrich...inde Johan sin neyve” would share “de burch zo Beydebure” subject to payments to “her Johan sinre husvrouwen...Mettolde van Randenroyde” and “Hackenbroyche...Hoinkirgen” while protecting rights of “vrouwe Rycharde heren Johans moder”, and that Heinrich should have “den dorperen Blyderich, Kirchtorp inde dey zwey Troistorp allit dat recht dat Gerart van der Dicke, heren Conraiz vader, nu is, ain den vurgesprochenen dorperen hadde”, by charter dated 6 Mar 1330 (O.S.?)[1134]. “Johann Herr von Reifferscheid und Mechtold seine Frau” granted Reifferscheid to the kings of Bohemia as Counts of Luxembourg as a fief by charter dated 1331, witnessed by “Graf Ruprecht von Virneburg und Heinrich von Malberg, beide Oheime, und Ludwig von Randerode, Schwager Johanns”[1135]. "Reynolt...Hertzoeghe zu Gelre inde greve zu Suytphen" settled a dispute between “Johanne heirren zu Ryferscheit” and “heren Walrauen van Salmen, vrouwen Johannen die heren Henrichs van Ryferscheyt wyf was, inde Johannen irre dochtere” concerning the inheritance of Heinrich von Reifferscheid by charter dated 26 Jan 1341[1136]. Bertholet records that “Jean Seigneur de Reifferscheidt et de Bedburg” swore allegiance 21 Mar 1357 to Wenzel Duke of Luxembourg for Reifferscheid and the duke of Brabant for Bedburg[1137]. “...Johanne greuen zu Seyne unsen suager, hern Wilhem greuen zu Wede onsen sun, heren Arnolde herren zu Blanckenheym, heren Johanne herren zy Ryferscheit, heren Walrauen van Salmen, heren Reynarde herren zu Schonenuorst, heren Oisten van Eltzlo...” were named among the guarantors of the marriage contract dated 7 Feb 1357 between "Philippen doychter uns hertzogen ind suster unss greuen van den Berge" and "Goedarde van Heynsberg herren zu Dalenbroych, broyder sun unss greue van Loen"[1138]. “Johan heirre zu Riferscheit und Metze syne...huysfrauwe” reached agreement with Köln Cathedral relating to the “stadilhof zu Bliderich”, donated by “her Henrich van Riferscheit unse oyme”, with the consent of “unse kyndere mit namen Lodewych und Gerart zu deme doyme, Johan zu sente Gereone zu Coellen canoynche und Reynart gebrudere”, by charter dated 23 Aug 1361[1139]. A charter dated 2 Feb 1364 records “Emund von Barmen, Ritter” as holding “sin huys zo Stailburch...ind die Gulde van Setterich” from “Johanne herren zo Ryferscheit” for 7 years[1140]: Oidtman indicates that Stolberg-Setterich must later have been sold to the dukes of Jülich, who in 1447 enfeoffed “dem Ritter Wilhelm von Nesselrode, Herrn Vleckens Sohn”[1141]. “Johann Herr von Reifferscheid und seine Frau Metz” granted dowry to “ihrer Tochter Richarda, Frau des Johann, Herr von Reide” by charter dated 29 Jun 1365, sealed by “der Aussteller, ihrer Söhne Ludwig, Grelle und Reinhard und des Herzogs Wilhelm von Jülich”[1142]. Fahne records Johann’s death in 1366 (no source cited)[1143].

m (before 6 Mar 1330) MECHTILD von Randerode, daughter of ARNOLD von Randerode & his wife Katharina --- (-after 1365). "Willam greve van Gulge inde Ropprech greve van Virnenburch" confirmed a division of their inheritance between “Heinrichs van Ryffersscheyt” and “heren Johans van Ryfferscheyt”, naming “vrouwe Rycharde heren Johans moder...heren was van Rifferscheit, Heinrichs vader...her Johan sinre husvrouwen vrouwe Mettolde van Randenroyde”, and specifying that “allit dat recht dat Gerart van der Dicke, heren Conraiz vader, nu is, ain den vurgesprochenen dorperen hadde, dat is Heinrichs alleyne”, by charter dated 6 Mar 1330 (O.S.?)[1144]. “Johann Herr von Reifferscheid und Mechtold seine Frau” granted Reifferscheid to the kings of Bohemia as Counts of Luxembourg as a fief by charter dated 1331, witnessed by “Graf Ruprecht von Virneburg und Heinrich von Malberg, beide Oheime, und Ludwig von Randerode, Schwager Johanns”[1145]. The precise family relationship between the grantors and the family of the Grafen von Virneburg has not been ascertained. “Johann Herr von Reifferscheid und seine Frau Metz” granted dowry to “ihrer Tochter Richarda, Frau des Johann, Herr von Reide” by charter dated 29 Jun 1365, sealed by “der Aussteller, ihrer Söhne Ludwig, Grelle und Reinhard und des Herzogs Wilhelm von Jülich”[1146].

Johann [IV] & his wife had six children (in addition, Fahne cites sources which record three other possible children, although his text suggests that he was unconvinced of the reliability of the reports[1147]):

1. HEINRICH von Reifferscheid (-[12 Apr/23 Aug] 1361]). He is named, and his parentage confirmed as his parents’ oldest son, in the 17 Mar 1357 charter quoted below under his wife. Fahne records that Emperor Karl IV legitimated his illegitimate son Heinrich in 1361[1148]: by order dated 12 Apr 1361, Karl IV legitimated “Heinricus, natus nobilis Heinrici de Ryferscheit, genitus de soluto et soluta”[1149]. Heinrich is absent from his father’s 23 Aug 1361 charter which names his four brothers, suggesting that he died before that date. That suggestion is consistent with his widow’s second marriage shown below. On the other hand, Fahne records Heinrich’s death in 1376 “nach dem Dycker Stammbaume” (no precise source citation; Fahne cites in another place “dem Stammbaume, der in Dyck hängt”, and in other places [blanket search “Stammbaume” in Google Books] instances where the information provided suggests the unreliabilility of the source[1150])[1151]. Bert M. Kamp has argued cogently that, given the above confirmation that Heinrich was his father’s oldest son as well as Heinrich’s absence from later sources cited below under his brothers, he must have predeceased his father leaving an infant son who was temporarily passed over in the Reifferscheid succession in favour of Heinrich’s brother Reinhard (who was first named as Herr zu Reifferscheid 1 Oct 1366, see below, but who may have acted as such in the capacity of guardian of his infant nephew)[1152]. m ([1 Oct 1352/17 Mar 1357]) as her first husband, RICHARDIS von Dyck, daughter of KONRAD [II] Herr von Dyck & his first wife Richardis --- (-[after 1387]). "Conradus dominus de Dycka et Rycharda eius uxor" sold property “in Aldenhouen prope castrum nostrum dictum ter Dicken” to Köln St. Georg, with the approval of “Aleydis et Richarde filiarum nostrarum”, by charter dated 29 Oct 1334[1153]. "Conradus dominus de Dycka miles...necnon Ryckarde filie nostre" donated "jus patronatus ecclesia in Benebur prope Dickam" to Köln Cathedral by charter dated 7 Jan 1351 (placed in the compilation after 1350 charters: O.S./N.S.?)[1154]. “Conrayt her zu der Dycka” sold “unsen hoyf dey beyszet zu Buysge [Busch] ghelegen is” to “heren Arnolten van Hoystaden und sim wifve vruwen Hillen”, with the consent of “unser erfven Kayden [Richardis] unser...doyghter”, by charter dated 1 Oct 1352, sealed by Konrad, Richardis, “heren Wilheylm van der Sleyden unsen ümen düymproyftz zü Collen...und juncher Wilheylm van Heylpensteyn...”[1155]. “Conrad Herr zu Dyck” promised dowry payments to “Johann Herrn zu Reifferscheid und dessen Frau Metza sowie deren ältestem Sohne, Ritter Heinrich von Reifferscheid”, the last-named married to “Richarda, Tochter des genannten Conrad”, naming as guarantors “seine Verwandten und Freunde Wilhelm von Schleiden, Dompropst, Conrad von Schleiden, Propst von St. Gereon zu Cöln, Johann, Herr von Schleiden, Gerhard, Burggraf zu Odenkirchen, beide Ritter...”, by charter dated 17 Mar 1357[1156]. No indication has been found of the date of the marriage, but the apparent mention of Richardis in the 29 Oct 1334 charter (indicating her birth a few years earlier) suggests that she may have married earlier, the 17 Mar 1357 charter representing a late confirmation of her father’s commitment to pay dowry to her husband. Another possibility is that the wife of Heinrich von Reifferscheid was a different daughter named Richardis, born after the earlier Richardis had died. She married secondly ([1362/63?]) as his second wife, Gotthard von Neuenahr. Europäische Stammtafeln records this second marriage[1157], but the primary source confirming the information has not been identified. Europäische Stammtafeln records that Richardis died after 1387[1158]. The primary source which confirms that date has not been identified. Heinrich & his wife had two children:

a) JOHANN [V] von Reifferscheid ([1358?]-26 Oct 1418). Although the primary source which confirms that Johann [V] was Heinrich’s son has not been identified, in the sources cited below he is named as nephew of his paternal uncles. It is a logical assumption that he was the son of Johann [IV]’s oldest son, which is confirmed by his inheritance of Dyck from his mother’s family. Herr von [zu] Reifferscheid. Herr von Dyck.

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b) RICHARDIS von Reifferscheid (-1436 or after). Fahne records her parentage, noting that she was a nun (abbess 1436) at Neuss St Quirin[1159]. The primary source which confirms her parentage has not been identified.

Heinrich had one illegitimate child by an unknown mistress:

c) HEINRICH von Reifferscheidt (-after 1361). Fahne records that Emperor Karl IV legitimated his illegitimate son Heinrich in 1361[1160]: by order dated 12 Apr 1361, Karl IV legitimated “Heinricus, natus nobilis Heinrici de Ryferscheit, genitus de soluto et soluta”[1161]. [Fahne says that this person was “Burgmann zu Caster” 8 Jun 1378, and was named in other sources dated 8 Dec 1378, 24 Feb 1386 (with his wife), 1388, and 13 Jun 1389[1162]. If Fahne is correct, the illegitimate Heinrich was the same person as HEINRICH von Reifferscheid (-after 13 Jun 1389): follow this hyperlink for further discussion.]

2. LUDWIG von Reifferscheid (-after 9 Feb 1392). Canon at Köln Cathedral: “Johan heirre zu Riferscheit und Metze syne...huysfrauwe” reached agreement with Köln Cathedral relating to the “stadilhof zu Bliderich”, donated by “her Henrich van Riferscheit unse oyme”, with the consent of “unse kyndere mit namen Lodewych und Gerart zu deme doyme, Johan zu sente Gereone zu Coellen canoynche und Reynart gebrudere”, by charter dated 23 Aug 1361[1163]. “Johann Herr von Reifferscheid und seine Frau Metz” granted dowry to “ihrer Tochter Richarda, Frau des Johann, Herr von Reide” by charter dated 29 Jun 1365, sealed by “der Aussteller, ihrer Söhne Ludwig, Grelle und Reinhard und des Herzogs Wilhelm von Jülich”[1164]. “Reynart Herr zu Ryfferscheit” and his brother “Lodowich Kanonikus” at Köln Cathedral acknowledged a debt by charter dated 20 May 1374, in the presence “als Bürgen die Ritter...Johann Holdevart van Reifferscheid...Heynrich van Reifferscheid...” who also witnessed, with the three seals of “(Joh. v Reifferscheid, Heinrich v Reifferscheid, Holdevart v Reifferscheid)”[1165]. Ludwig presumably resigned his ecclesiastical appointments on his marriage. Herr zu Hackenbroich: “Ludowich van Ryfferschyt here zu Hackenbroiche” indemnified Köln city for damage which he caused while helping against the archbishop of Köln by charter dated 19 Jun 1380[1166]. “Reinardt Heer zu Reifferscheidt und zu Bedtbur, Maria von Lohn, seine...frawe, Johann Edelherr zu Reifferscheidt und Ludwig von Reifferscheidt herr zu Hackenbroich” exchanged property with Kloster Camp by charter dated 2 Oct 1381[1167]. “Lodwich von Riferscheit here zu Hackenbroiche” sold revenue to Köln St Cunibert, with the consent of “heren Reynartz heren zu Ryferscheit, Johans van Ryferscheit, unser...bruder ind Johans heren zu Ryferscheit unss...nevuen”, by charter dated 4 Sep 1382[1168]. “Reynart herre zu Ryfferscheit” confirmed “die burgh zu Beedebur...” as fief of the archbishop of Köln, with the consent of “Lodowichs van Ryfferscheit, mynss broders, ind Johans herren zu Ryfferscheit, myns neuen”, by charter dated 5 Mar 1384[1169]. “Lodewich eine Here zu Ryfferscheit ind zu Hackenbroeche” and “Johan Heren zu Ryfferscheit ind zu Beedbur” agreed to divide the succession of “Heren Reinhardtz seligen Heren zu Ryfferscheit ind zu Beedbur unsen...Broder ind Oemen” by charter dated [1/8] Mar 1388[1170]. Heer van Kessenich (part), de iure uxoris. “Johann Herr zu Reifferscheidt und Bedbur, Richarde von Bollandt seine...Hausfrau” confirmed that “wilne Reinhardt Herr zu Reifferscheidt undt zu Bedtbur unse ohme dem Gott gnade, Fraw Maria von Loin seine eheliche gesellinnen, Ludtwich herr zu Reifferscheidt und zu Hackenbroch unse Ohme” had purchased property from Kloster Camp by charter dated 3 Dec 1391[1171]. “Ludovicus Dnus de Ryfferscheyt” made relief (“relevavit”) for “dominium de Boechout...tamquam mamburnus et maritus...domine Johanne de Bredenbamde que usufructum habet in dominio supradicto” by charter dated 9 Feb 1391 (O.S.?)[1172]. Henkens records a dispute about Kessenich between Jülich and the bishopric of Liège in 1400, in which “de heer van Kessenich (Louis van Reiferscheid)” supported his suzerain the duke of Jülich (“waarvan hij trouwens leenman was”), noting that the bishop prevailed and awarded the castle to “zijn bloedverwant Jan II van Bronshorn” who had married “de dochter van Louis van Reiferscheid”[1173]. Henkens’s summary appears confused as in 1400 the bishop of Liège was Johann von Bayern, son of Albert Count of Holland, Comte de Hainaut, between whom and “Jan II van Bronshorn” [Jan van Horne Heer van Kessenich, Herr von Braunshorn] no connection has been found. On the other hand, Jan van Horne’s paternal uncle was bishop of Liège until 1389 in which case his awarding Kessenich to his nephew is plausible, which suggests that Henkens’s report is incorrect at least regarding the date 1400. m (1374) as her second husband, JOHANNA van Breydenbempt, widow of OYST [IV] van Borne Heer van Elsloo, daughter of WERNER van Palant & his wife Rorika de Merode (-after 9 Feb 1392). The Elsloo.info website records her parentage and marriage[1174]. The primary sources which confirm the information have not been identified. Vrouw van Kessenich (part) for life, after her first husband died: “Oyst here van Elslo ridder” made provision for “lyftochten ende dowarie zu Broegel ende zu Kessenich” for his wife “vrouwen Johannen”, by charter dated 7 Oct 1361[1175]. Chestret de Haneffe records that “Jeanne de Palllant-Breidenbend” married secondly in 1374 “Louis sire de Reifferscheid” who “releva l’usufruit de Bocholt, comme mambour de sa femme” in 1391[1176]. The possibility that Ludwig and his wife had two daughters is discussed in the document LIMBURG.

3. GERHARD von Reifferscheid (-after 29 Jun 1365). Canon at Köln Cathedral: “Johan heirre zu Riferscheit und Metze syne...huysfrauwe” reached agreement with Köln Cathedral relating to the “stadilhof zu Bliderich”, donated by “her Henrich van Riferscheit unse oyme”, with the consent of “unse kyndere mit namen Lodewych und Gerart zu deme doyme, Johan zu sente Gereone zu Coellen canoynche und Reynart gebrudere”, by charter dated 23 Aug 1361[1177]. It is assumed that “Grelle” in the following document represents a mistranscription for the equivalent of “Gerhard”, precedence in the name order being given in the list to “Ludwig, Grelle...”, over “Reinhard”, due to their ecclesiastical positions: “Johann Herr von Reifferscheid und seine Frau Metz” granted dowry to “ihrer Tochter Richarda, Frau des Johann, Herr von Reide” by charter dated 29 Jun 1365, sealed by “der Aussteller, ihrer Söhne Ludwig, Grelle und Reinhard und des Herzogs Wilhelm von Jülich”[1178].

4. JOHANN von Reifferscheid (-after 4 Sep 1382, maybe after 14 Aug 1383, before 5 Mar 1384). Canon at Köln St Gereon: “Johan heirre zu Riferscheit und Metze syne...huysfrauwe” reached agreement with Köln Cathedral relating to the “stadilhof zu Bliderich”, donated by “her Henrich van Riferscheit unse oyme”, with the consent of “unse kyndere mit namen Lodewych und Gerart zu deme doyme, Johan zu sente Gereone zu Coellen canoynche und Reynart gebrudere”, by charter dated 23 Aug 1361[1179]. The other charters which name Johann, cited below, suggest that he resigned his ecclesiastical appointments. A charter dated 3 Dec 1378 records the submission to Rome of a judgment against “Dominus Reinardus de Reifferscheidt, suadente diabolo [...Mariam eius uxorem]...et...Johannem fratrem suum naturalem, et eiusdem Reinoldi familiares...[Henricum de Reifferscheidt...]” relating to interference with Kloster Camp’s rights “grangiæ Auvenheim et Gobretzheim”[1180]. “Johan van Ryferscheit” swore enmity with “Johanne heren Johantz Soene van Efferen Rittere” by charter dated 3 Mar 1379[1181]. “Reinardt Heer zu Reifferscheidt und zu Bedtbur, Maria von Lohn, seine...frawe, Johann Edelherr zu Reifferscheidt und Ludwig von Reifferscheidt herr zu Hackenbroich” exchanged property with Kloster Camp by charter dated 2 Oct 1381[1182]. “Johann herre zu Ryfferscheyt” acknowledged receipt of payments from “Johanne vaidt zu Merheym” by charter dated 31 Oct 1381[1183]. “Lodwich von Riferscheit here zu Hackenbroiche” sold revenue to Köln St Cunibert, with the consent of “heren Reynartz heren zu Ryferscheit, Johans van Ryferscheit, unser...bruder ind Johans heren zu Ryferscheit unss...nevuen”, by charter dated 4 Sep 1382[1184]. [“Johan here zu Ryfferscheyt” confirmed his enmity, not with Köln St Gereon, but with “alleyne her Herman van Rychensteine deechen zu sente Gereone in Coelne ind Arnolde van Ayrscheyt canonich zu sente Gereon in Coelne”, by charter dated 14 Aug 1383[1185]: this document includes no indication whether it refers to this Johann or his nephew Johann (see above).] Johann’s absence from his brothers’ 5 Mar 1384 charter suggests that he may have been deceased at the time.

5. REINHARD [I] von Reifferscheid (-[22 Feb/[1/8] Mar] 1388]). “Johan heirre zu Riferscheit und Metze syne...huysfrauwe” reached agreement with Köln Cathedral relating to the “stadilhof zu Bliderich”, donated by “her Henrich van Riferscheit unse oyme”, with the consent of “unse kyndere mit namen Lodewych und Gerart zu deme doyme, Johan zu sente Gereone zu Coellen canoynche und Reynart gebrudere”, by charter dated 23 Aug 1361[1186]. The precedence accorded to Reinhard’s brothers in this document was presumably due to their ecclesiastical positions. Although Reinhard is named last in the list, his precise place in the brothers’ order of birth is therefore unknown. However, his name, previously unknown in the Reifferscheid family, suggests that he may have been one of the younger children: maybe he was named after Reinoud Mascherell van Schoonvorst (see the document BRABANT, LOUVAIN) who played some role in the Reifferscheid family in the mid-1340s, when Reinhard may have been born[1187]. The next charter reflects the same name order as in 1361, but does not specify the ecclesiastical appointments of the two first-named brothers: “Johann Herr von Reifferscheid und seine Frau Metz” granted dowry to “ihrer Tochter Richarda, Frau des Johann, Herr von Reide” by charter dated 29 Jun 1365, sealed by “der Aussteller, ihrer Söhne Ludwig, Grelle und Reinhard und des Herzogs Wilhelm von Jülich”[1188]. Herr zu Reifferscheid und Bedbur: after his father’s death, Reinhard, as the only son who did not then hold an ecclesiastical position, was presumably chosen by the family to succeed to the Reifferscheid properties, maybe as guardian for his nephew Johann [V] who was then still a young child[1189]. “Reinhard Herr zu Reifferscheid” transferred “seine Mühle zu Becklor” for 15 years to “Julian von Kinzweiler” by charter dated 1 Oct 1366[1190]. “Reynart here zu Ryferscheit und zu Beidbur...ind unse Erven” renewed a treaty with Köln by charter dated 5 Mar 1373[1191]. Friedrich Archbishop of Köln promised help to “Reynart herre zu Ryfferscheit” against “Gumprechte van Alpem” by charter dated 13 Sep 1373[1192]. “Reynart Herr zu Ryfferscheit” and his brother “Lodowich Kanonikus” at Köln Cathedral acknowledged a debt by charter dated 20 May 1374, in the presence “als Bürgen die Ritter...Johann Holdevart van Reifferscheid...Heynrich van Reifferscheid...” who also witnessed, with the three seals of “(Joh. v Reifferscheid, Heinrich v Reifferscheid, Holdevart v Reifferscheid)”[1193]. “Reynart herre zu Ryfferscheit” confirmed his obligations as “van Colne amptman zu Zulpge” by charter dated 22 May 1374[1194]. “Diederich Loeff von Gladebach ind Walraue von Gladbach canonich zo sente Gereone zo Coelne gebrodere wilne...sone des...hern Diedrichs Loeffs herren zo Gladebach” pledged “onse burch zo Gladebach...” to “onsem...neyfuen herren Reinharde herren zo Ryffuerscheit ind vrauwen Marien van Loene syme...wyfue, onser lieuer moenen” by charter dated 11 Nov 1375[1195]. “Reinart heirre zu Ryffuerscheit ind zu Beidbur ind Marie van Loe syne...huysurauwe” installed “Goidart Hanen van Moederseim” as “unsen burchgreuen...vp onsme huyse...Gladebach” by charter dated 25 Feb 1376[1196]. “Reinardt Heer zu Reifferscheidt und zu Bedtbur, Maria von Lohn, seine...frawe, Johann Edelherr zu Reifferscheidt und Ludwig von Reifferscheidt herr zu Hackenbroich” exchanged property with Kloster Camp by charter dated 2 Oct 1381[1197]. “Lodwich von Riferscheit here zu Hackenbroiche” sold revenue to Köln St Cunibert, with the consent of “heren Reynartz heren zu Ryferscheit, Johans van Ryferscheit, unser...bruder ind Johans heren zu Ryferscheit unss...nevuen”, by charter dated 4 Sep 1382[1198]. “Reynart herre zu Ryfferscheit” confirmed “die burgh zu Beedebur...” as fief of the archbishop of Köln, with the consent of “Lodowichs van Ryfferscheit, mynss broders, ind Johans herren zu Ryfferscheit, myns neuen”, by charter dated 5 Mar 1384[1199]. “Reynhard und Johan der Junge herren zu Ryfferscheid” confirmed allegiance to their allegiance to the archbishop of Trier for a loan by charter dated 18 Jun 1385[1200]. Herr zu Stolzenberg: “Reynart herre zu Riferscheit zu Beydburch ind zu Stoltzenberg ind Maria van Loene...unse...huysfrauwe” acknowledged a debt to “Peter herre zu Cronenberg ind zu der Nuwerburg” by charter dated 16 Mar 1387[1201]. Fahne records Reinhard’s last mention 22 Feb 1388[1202]. He was recorded as deceased in the [1/8] Mar 1388 charter quoted below under his nephew Johann and brother Ludwig. m ([1 Nov 1373/11 Nov 1375]) as her second husband, MARIE de Looz, widow of ARNOLD [II] van Bolant [Bouland], daughter of JACQUES de Looz Seigneur de Warcq et de Château-Thierry & his wife Kunigunde von Berperg (-[12 May 1398/2 Mar 1408]). “Maria van Loene” (and similar) is named as Reinhard’s wife and widow in the sources dated between 11 Nov 1375 and 3 Dec 1391 shown below. Möller records “Maria…Tochter Jacobs von Loos-Agimont, Herrn zu Château-Thierry, und der Kunigunde von Berperg” as Reinhard [I]’s wife, correcting his “Heinsberger Tafel” in which he named her as “Tochter Gottfrieds von Loen-Heinsberg und der Philippa von Jülich” (no source cited)[1203]. Fahne names “Maria von Loen”, Reinhard’s wife, as Gottfried’s daughter[1204], which must be incorrect as Marie had several children by her first marriage, while Gottfried’s children were born after 1358 (see his marriage date, in the document LIMBURG). The primary source which confirms Marie’s first marriage directly has not been identified, but it is indicated by the 23 Nov 1419 charter cited below which records Marie de Looz having acknowledged a debt to “ihrem Sohn Arnold von Bulant”. Europäische Stammtafeln records “Arnold II von Boland †1370/72” as Maria’s first husband[1205]. Her other children by her first marriage include Richardis, [first/second] wife of Johann [V] Herr von Reifferscheid (see below). “Diederich Loeff von Gladebach ind Walraue von Gladbach canonich zo sente Gereone zo Coelne gebrodere wilne...sone des...hern Diedrichs Loeffs herren zo Gladebach” pledged “onse burch zo Gladebach...” to “onsem...neyfuen herren Reinharde herren zo Ryffuerscheit ind vrauwen Marien van Loene syme...wyfue, onser lieuer moenen” by charter dated 11 Nov 1375[1206]. “Reinart heirre zu Ryffuerscheit ind zu Beidbur ind Marie van Loe syne...huysurauwe” installed “Goidart Hanen van Moederseim” as “unsen burchgreuen...vp onsme huyse...Gladebach” by charter dated 25 Feb 1376[1207]. A charter dated 20 Aug 1377 records an agreement between “Petrus dominus de Cronenberg et de Novo Castro” and “dominus de Ryfferscheit” concerning their respective rights over Gladbach[1208]. A charter dated 3 Dec 1378 records the submission to Rome of a judgment against “Dominus Reinardus de Reifferscheidt, suadente diabolo [...Mariam eius uxorem]...et...Johannem fratrem suum naturalem, et eiusdem Reinoldi familiares...[Henricum de Reifferscheidt...]” relating to interference with Kloster Camp’s rights “grangiæ Auvenheim et Gobretzheim”[1209]. “Reinardt Heer zu Reifferscheidt und zu Bedtbur, Maria von Lohn, seine...frawe, Johann Edelherr zu Reifferscheidt und Ludwig von Reifferscheidt herr zu Hackenbroich” exchanged property with Kloster Camp by charter dated 2 Oct 1381[1210]. “Reynart herre zu Riferscheit zu Beydburch ind zu Stoltzenberg ind Maria van Loene...unse...huysfrauwe” acknowledged a debt to “Peter herre zu Cronenberg ind zu der Nuwerburg” by charter dated 16 Mar 1387[1211]. “Renairt seigneur de Brimerscheit, Beydbur et Stoltzenburch et Marie von Loes (de Loen), dame des mêmes lieux” named “comme cautions leur neveu Diederich de Meyssenburch sr de Clervaux et Schilin von dem Rutgen envers Jean Kolpach, prévôt à Arlon et sr de Elle”, with “leur bien de Riverscheit” as security, by charter dated 1 Nov 1387[1212]. “Johann Herr zu Reifferscheidt und Bedbur, Richarde von Bollandt seine...Hausfrau” confirmed that “wilne Reinhardt Herr zu Reifferscheidt undt zu Bedtbur unse ohme dem Gott gnade, Fraw Maria von Loin seine eheliche gesellinnen, Ludtwich herr zu Reifferscheidt und zu Hackenbroch unse Ohme” had purchased property from Kloster Camp by charter dated 3 Dec 1391[1213]. “Marie von Loin dame de Stoltzenburg” permitted “Frédéric de Brandenburg et à sa fille Kunigont, conjoints” to occupy “la partie de Stoltzenburg, qui avait été la propriété de feu son fils Arnolt, de même que la cour de Hosingen...” by charter dated 12 May 1398, sealed by “Dederich seigneur de Dollendorf”[1214]. By charter dated 23 Nov 1419, Johann Pfalzgraf bei Rhein confirmed the settlement of a dispute between “Wilhelm Herr zu Saffenberg wegen seiner Gattin Metza von Reifferscheid” and “Dietrich von Brandenburg Herr zu Stolzenburg”, noting (1) that Dietrich had granted “ein Viertel von Schloß und Herrschaft Stolzenburg” to “Wilhelm und Metza oder einen von ihnen”, that (2) Dietrich confirmed that ”der verstorbene Arnold von Bulant und seine Schwester Kunigund Mutter Dietrichs” had made payments relating to property taken from “dem verstorbenen Reiner von Reifferscheid und seiner Frau Maria von Loos”, Marie de Looz having acknowledged a debt to “ihrem Sohn Arnold von Bulant”, sealed by “...Agnes von Glymes Frau Dietrichs”[1215]. The following document suggests that Marie was deceased at the time: “Kunigunt dame de Bollant et de Stoltzenburg” acknowledged a debt owed to “Eberhardt von der Marcken seigneur d’Arburg et de Nueremburg son neveu”, secured by “la moitié du château de Stoltzemburg possédée jadis par son frère Arnolt (l’autre moitié ayant appartenu à sa mère Marie de Loue) et les villages d’Etzelbrücken, Grentzingen et Schieren” by charter dated 2 Mar 1407 (O.S.)[1216]. Reinhard [I] & his wife had one child:

a) MECHTILD [Metza] von Reifferscheid (-after 22 Nov 1424). Fahne records her parentage and two marriages, noting that she renounced her father’s succession 1389 (no source cited)[1217]: “Arnold van Goeterswich und Metza van Reifferscheidt ehelich Weiff Arnoldts vurschr.” renounced the succession of “Reinhardt Herr zu Reifferscheidt ind zu Bedtbur...Vader mein Metzen vurschr.” by charter dated 11 Aug 1389[1218]. “Crafft von Saffenbergh vur mich ind vur Elyzabeth von Toynbergh myn...wyfe” and “Willelm herre zu Saffenbergh vur mich ind Metzen von Ryfferscheit myn...wyff” divided their inheritance by charter dated 30 Sep 1417[1219]. By charter dated 23 Nov 1419, Johann Pfalzgraf bei Rhein confirmed the settlement of a dispute between “Wilhelm Herr zu Saffenberg wegen seiner Gattin Metza von Reifferscheid” and “Dietrich von Brandenburg Herr zu Stolzenburg”, noting (1) that Dietrich had granted “ein Viertel von Schloß und Herrschaft Stolzenburg” to “Wilhelm und Metza oder einen von ihnen”, that (2) Dietrich confirmed that ”der verstorbene Arnold von Bulant und seine Schwester Kunigund Mutter Dietrichs” had made payments relating to property taken from “dem verstorbenen Reiner von Reifferscheid und seiner Frau Maria von Loos”, Marie de Looz having acknowledged a debt to “ihrem Sohn Arnold von Bulant”, sealed by “...Agnes von Glymes Frau Dietrichs”[1220]. “Wilhelm Herr zu Saffenberg und seine Frau Metza von Reifferscheid” renounced their properties because of serious illness in favour of “ihres Eidams Philipp Junggraf zu Virneburg und dessen Frau, ihrer Tochter Katharina” by charters dated 3 Nov 1424, 22 Nov 1424[1221]. m firstly ARNOLD von Götterswick, son of EVERWIN von Götterswick & his wife Hedwig van Bentheim (-9 May 1403). m secondly (after 1403) WILHELM Herr von Saffenberg, son of JOHANN [III] von Saffenberg & his wife Katharina von Neuenahr (-after 3 Nov 1424).

6. RICHARDIS von Reifferscheidt . Her parentage and marriage are confirmed by the following document: “Johann Herr von Reifferscheid und seine Frau Metz” granted dowry to “ihrer Tochter Richarda, Frau des Johann, Herr von Reide” by charter dated 29 Jun 1365, sealed by “der Aussteller, ihrer Söhne Ludwig, Grelle und Reinhard und des Herzogs Wilhelm von Jülich”[1222]. Her husband has not otherwise been identified. m ([29 Jun 1365]) JOHANN Herr von Reide, son of ---.

JOHANN [V] von Reifferscheid, son of HEINRICH von Reifferscheid & his wife Richardis von Dyck ([1358?]-26 Oct 1418). Although the primary source which confirms that Johann [V] was Heinrich’s son has not been identified, in the sources cited below he is named as nephew of his paternal uncles. It is a logical assumption that he was the son of Johann [IV]’s oldest son, which is confirmed by his inheritance of Dyck from his mother’s family. Fahne suggests that Johann was born “gegen 1358”[1223], which seems a reasonable suggestion. “Lodwich von Riferscheit here zu Hackenbroiche” sold revenue to Köln St Cunibert, with the consent of “heren Reynartz heren zu Ryferscheit, Johans van Ryferscheit, unser...bruder ind Johans heren zu Ryferscheit unss...nevuen”, by charter dated 4 Sep 1382[1224]. [“Johan here zu Ryfferscheyt” confirmed his enmity, not with Köln St Gereon, but with “alleyne her Herman van Rychensteine deechen zu sente Gereone in Coelne ind Arnolde van Ayrscheyt canonich zu sente Gereon in Coelne”, by charter dated 14 Aug 1383[1225]: this document includes no indication whether it refers to this Johann or his paternal uncle Johann (see below).] “Reynart herre zu Ryfferscheit” confirmed “die burgh zu Beedebur...” as fief of the archbishop of Köln, with the consent of “Lodowichs van Ryfferscheit, mynss broders, ind Johans herren zu Ryfferscheit, myns neuen”, by charter dated 5 Mar 1384[1226]. “Johan ind Rykarde here ind vrauwe zu Ryferscheyt...ind vurräde unzers...ömen swyger vrauen ind muder myt namen hern Reynartz ind vrauwe Marien van Lone hern ind vrauwen zu Ryferscheyt ind zu Beydbuyr” pledged “dey burch...zu Gladbach” to “hern Peter hernn zu Cronenberch ind zu der Nuwerburch, vrauwen Meychtold van Schoynuorst vrauwen zu Cronenberg ind zu der Nuerburg synre...huysfrauwen” by charter dated 20 Apr 1385[1227]. “Johan here zu Ryferscheyt...ind Rykarden myne elyge huysvrauwe” promised to finalise the sale of Gladbach to “Peter vrauwen Meychtolde hern ind vrauen zu Cronenberg ind zu der Nuwerburch” by charter dated 20 Apr 1385[1228]. “Reynhard und Johan der Junge herren zu Ryfferscheid” confirmed allegiance to their allegiance to the archbishop of Trier for a loan by charter dated 18 Jun 1385[1229]. “Lodewich eine Here zu Ryfferscheit ind zu Hackenbroeche” and “Johan Heren zu Ryfferscheit ind zu Beedbur” agreed to divide the succession of “Heren Reinhardtz seligen Heren zu Ryfferscheit ind zu Beedbur unsen...Broder ind Oemen” by charter dated [1/8] Mar 1388[1230]. Herr von [zu] Reifferscheid. “Johann Herr zu Reifferscheidt und Bedbur, Richarde von Bollandt seine...Hausfrau” confirmed that “wilne Reinhardt Herr zu Reifferscheidt undt zu Bedtbur unse ohme dem Gott gnade, Fraw Maria von Loin seine eheliche gesellinnen, Ludtwich herr zu Reifferscheidt und zu Hackenbroch unse Ohme” had purchased property from Kloster Camp by charter dated 3 Dec 1391[1231]. “Gerhard Herr zu Dyck” settled disputes “mit seinem Schwestersohn Johann Herr zu Reifferscheid, Bedbur und Dyck” and appointed him as his heir “in der Herrlichkeit Dyck” by charter dated 6 Oct 1394[1232]. “Gerhardt her tot Alphem ind Catharina von der Dicka Frouwe tot Alphem myne...gesellinne” settled disputes regarding the Dyck inheritannce with “Johan here to Rypherscheidt to Bedbur ind zer Dicka onsme...Neuen ind mit Rykarden von Bollandt seinre...gesellinnen” by charter dated 5 Mar 1395[1233]. Herr von Dyck. “Jakob Graf von Horn, Herr zu Altena, Montague und Kranendonk” promised payments to “seinem Neffen, Johann, Grafen zu Salm, Herrn zu Reifferscheid, Dyck und Alfter” by charter dated 23 Oct 1400[1234]. “Johan here zo Ryfferscheit ind zo Beidbur” acknowledged receipt of payments from the city of Köln by charter dated 14 Jul 1418[1235]. The necrology of “Kloster St. Nicolaus” records his death 26 Oct[1236]. His death in 1418 is confirmed by the 7 Dec 1418 charter cited below under his son Johann [VI].

It seems unlikely that Johann [V] was the same person as Johann von Reifferscheid who married Ida Roetstock zu Birtingen (follow this hyperlink for further discussion).

m firstly (before 20 Apr 1385) RICHARDIS van Bolant [Bouland], daughter of ARNOLD [II] van Bolant [Bouland] & his wife Marie de Looz[1237] (-[5 Mar 1395/1397]). “Johan ind Rykarde here ind vrauwe zu Ryferscheyt...ind vurräde unzers...ömen swyger vrauen ind muder myt namen hern Reynartz ind vrauwe Marien van Lone hern ind vrauwen zu Ryferscheyt ind zu Beydbuyr” pledged “dey burch...zu Gladbach” to “hern Peter hernn zu Cronenberch ind zu der Nuwerburch, vrauwen Meychtold van Schoynuorst vrauwen zu Cronenberg ind zu der Nuerburg synre...huysfrauwen” by charter dated 20 Apr 1385[1238]. “Johan here zu Ryferscheyt...ind Rykarden myne elyge huysvrauwe” promised to finalise the sale of Gladbach to “Peter vrauwen Meychtolde hern ind vrauen zu Cronenberg ind zu der Nuwerburch” by charter dated 20 Apr 1385[1239]. “Johann Herr zu Reifferscheidt und Bedbur, Richarde von Bollandt seine...Hausfrau” confirmed that “wilne Reinhardt Herr zu Reifferscheidt undt zu Bedtbur unse ohme dem Gott gnade, Fraw Maria von Loin seine eheliche gesellinnen, Ludtwich herr zu Reifferscheidt und zu Hackenbroch unse Ohme” had purchased property from Kloster Camp by charter dated 3 Dec 1391[1240]. Fahne records other sources dated 24 Aug 1392, 15 Jun 1393, and 5 Mar 1395 in which Richardis was named, noting that she was not named in a charter of her husband dated 1397[1241]. “Gerhardt her tot Alphem ind Catharina von der Dicka Frouwe tot Alphem myne...gesellinne” settled disputes regarding the Dyck inheritannce with “Johan here to Rypherscheidt to Bedbur ind zer Dicka onsme...Neuen ind mit Rykarden von Bollandt seinre...gesellinnen” by charter dated 5 Mar 1395[1242].

m secondly (before 12 Mar 1400) JUTTA van Culemborg, daughter of --- (-1428 or after). Fahne records her family origin and marriage, noting that she was named with her husband 12 Mar 1400 and 28 Oct 1411, and that she was recorded as living 1428[1243]. In the charter dated 7 Dec 1418 cited below under her son Johann [VI], she is named “unser swegersen ind vrauwen van Ryfferscheit...” by “Rutsire van Brunckhorst keppeler zoen doem zo Colne, Frederich herre zo Weuelkoeuen, Wilhelm sun zo Weuelkoeuen herre zo Grebben...” and others who pledged themselves to deposit funds should “dat slos ind heirlicheit van der Dycke” be alienated before her son reach his majority[1244]. Jutta’s precise family relationship with the named individuals has not been ascertained.

Johann [V] & his first wife had one child:

1. MECHTILD [Metza] von Reifferscheid (-after 1431). Fahne records her parentage (naming her Margareta) and marriage, noting that the couple’s male descendants inherited Bedbur and Hackenbroich, the related dispute settled 1 Sep 1422, and that their daughter married Gumprecht [II] Graf zu Neuenahr, Herr zu Alpen und Rodensberg, Erbvogt von Köln (see Chapter 3.A of the present document)[1245]. “Johan heirre zu Ryfferscheit, zu Beidbur und zer Dick, Lodewich herre zu Ryferscheit und zu Hackenbruche, Wilhelm van Lymburg unse eydam und Metza van Ryferscheit unse doichter” donated property to the Augustines at Bedbur by charter dated 15 Aug 1397[1246]. The marriage contract between “Grauen Wilhelm zu Limburg unnd Herrn zu Broick” and “Johann Herren zu Reifferscheid zu Bedbur und zu Dick...Johans Tochter...Mechteld” is dated 25 Apr 1403[1247]. The six-year gap between these two documents has not been explained, unless one of them was misdated. “Wilhelm greue to Lymburch ind here to Broyke, Mechtelt van Ryfferscheyd unse...husvrowe, Diderich unse son ind...Diderich van Lymburch des vurs. greuen Willems broedet ind Margreta syn suster” sold property to Werden abbey, with the consent of “Frederichs heren to Weuelinchoven in Wilhelms syns sones”, by charter dated 12 Jul 1408[1248]. m ([before 15 Aug 1397, contract 25 Apr 1403]) WILHELM [I] Graf von Limburg-Broich, son of DIETRICH [IV] Graf von Limburg & his wife Lukardis von Broich (-28 Feb 1459).

Johann [V] & his second wife had three children:

2. JUTTA von Reifferscheid (-28 Oct 1485). Fahne records her parentage, noting that she was a nun at Vilich, and abbess of Neuss St Quirin 6 Nov 1459, as well as her date of death[1249].

3. JOHANN [VI] von Reifferscheid (-28 Sep 1475, bur Köln). Herr von Reifferscheid. Herr von Dyck. A charter dated 7 Dec 1418 records that “Rutsire van Brunckhorst keppeler zoen doem zo Colne, Frederich herre zo Weuelkoeuen, Wilhelm sun zo Weuelkoeuen herre zo Grebben...” and others pledged themselves to deposit funds should “dat slos ind heirlicheit van der Dycke” be alienated before “unser swegersen ind vrauwen van Ryfferscheit off van yrre kinder” reach his majority, by charter dated 7 Dec 1418[1250]. Graf zu Salm-Niedersalm: a judgment dated 6 Feb 1455, issued in the claim brought by “Messire Jean Seigneur de Reifferscheit, Zer-dyckt, et de Alffter” against “Engelebert Rugreve soy disant jeune Comte de Saulme en Ardenne, tant en son nom, comme pour et au nom de Otte Rugreve Seigneur de Newe et Aldenbembg son pere, et de tous ses freres et sœurs, enfans d’icelui Otte Rugreve”, confirmed the former as “heretier [du] défunct Comte Henri de Saulme en Ardenne”[1251]. Johann’s claim was based on his descent from Richardis von Salm, oldest daughter of Wilhelm [III] Graf von Salm-Niedersalm, who married Johann [III] Herr von Reifferscheidt (see above, and the document LUXEMBOURG). Fahne records his date of death, citing the necrology od St. Nicolaus, and his place of burial for which he donated property at Wallrath on his deathbed[1252]. m IRMGARD von Wevelinghoven, daughter of WILHELM [II] Herr von Wevelinghoven & his wife Johanna von Alfter (-1474, bur Salm St Wolfgang). Heiress of Alfter and the Marschallamt von Köln. Fahne records her parentage and marriage, date of death and place of burial[1253].

- HERREN von REIFFERSCHEID, GRAFEN von SALM (NIEDERSALM)[1254].

4. MECHTILD von Reifferscheid (-after 1434). Fahne records her parentage and marriage, noting sources dated 1427 and 1434 in which the couple was named[1255]. m (7 Aug 1420) JAN van Horne Seigneur de Perwez et de Cranenbourg, son of HENDRIK van Horne Seigneur de Perwez et de Cranenbourg & his wife Aleid de Haneffe Dame d’Ochain (-18 Jun 1447, bur Roosendaal near Mechelen).

Johann [V] had one illegitimate child by an unknown mistress (Fahne suggests that she was a member of the Rautenberg family[1256]):

5. REINHARD [II] von Reifferscheid . Fahne records his parentage, noting sources dated 1429 and 1435 in which he was named as brother of Johann, and other sources dated 1437 and 1450 (as Vogt von Brauweiler)[1257]. “Reynart van Reyfferscheidt” founded a memorial in Kloster Bedburg, for “mynre alderen ind vurvaderen seligen, mynre huysfrauwen Margarethan van den Heysteren, mynre kinder...”, confirmed by “Johan van Reyfferscheidt mynen...broider”, by charter dated 9 Jun 1435[1258]. m MARGARETA von der Heisten, daughter of ---. She was named with her husband and his (unnamed) children in the 9 Jun 1435 charter cited above.

Johann [V] had [one illegitimate child] by an unknown mistress:

6. [WILHELM von Reifferscheid (-before 20 Dec 1442). Fahne says that “wahrscheinlich war...Wilhelm” one of Johann [V]’s sons, noting charters dated 1407 and 1408 in which he was named[1259]. “Wilhelm van Ryferscheyt bastart” received revenue from land near Brauweiler from Köln Cathedral by charter dated 21 Jun 1414[1260]. He was deceased in his widow’s 20 Dec 1442 settlement cited below. m CATHARINA, daughter of --- (-after 20 Dec 1442). Fahne records that Wilhelm’s widow and their children “Reinhard v. Reifferscheid und Styna, verheirathet an Johann v. Efferen” settled a dispute 20 Dec 1442 with the city of Köln about “einen Hof zu Cassel” of her husband’s which had been burned during a war between the city and the archbishopric[1261].]

Johann [V] had one illegitimate child by an unknown mistress:

7. JOHANN von der Dyck (-after 6 Jul 1457). “Johan van der Dyckte...heren Johans heren zo Ryfferscheit...bastartz son”, who had been imprisoned at Gladbach in the jail “heren van Guylge ind van dem Berge” because of the enmity between “Elbert van Alpen” and “myme heren van Nuwenaer”, swore mortal enmity after his release, by charter dated 6 Jul 1457[1262]. .

Unconnected Reifferscheid entries. Bert M. Kamp has suggested that the persons named in the 20 May 1374 document cited below may have been descendants of Johann Holdevart von Reifferscheid (son of Johann [I] Herr von Reifferscheid according to Europäische Stammtafeln[1263]), who had apparently lost status, maybe because of an unequal marriage or bastardy[1264].

1. JOHANN Holdevart von Reifferscheid (-after 20 May 1374). “Reynart Herr zu Ryfferscheit” (and his brother “Lodowich Kanonikus” at Köln Cathedral) acknowledged a debt by charter dated 20 May 1374, in the presence “als Bürgen die Ritter...Johann Holdevart van Reifferscheid...Heynrich van Reifferscheid...” who also witnessed, with the three seals of “(Joh. v Reifferscheid, Heinrich v Reifferscheid, Holdevart v Reifferscheid)”[1265]. same person as...? JOHANN von Reifferscheid (-after 1377). Eiflia Illustrata identifies the husband of “Ida von Bertringen” as Johann [V] Herr von Reifferscheid (no source cited)[1266]. Fahne agrees, noting that “die erste Nachricht von [Johann [V]]” was 15 Jun 1377 and that, after the death of his father-in-law, he inherited “Schloß und Burg Kerpen” granted to him by the duke of Luxembourg who imprisoned Johann before permitting him to return to Reifferscheid[1267]. A French translation summary of the 15 Jun 1377 charter records “Jean de Reifferscheit” notifying that the duke of Luxembourg and Brabant had pledged “son château (burgh und slos) de Kerpen” to “Gerard Roetstock, seigneur de Birtingen, son beau-frère” and promising to return the asset “s’il venait à l’aquérir par succession ou autrement”[1268]: the document includes no reference to the death of Gerart or the imprisonment of Johann, as recorded by the Eiflia Illustrata. Bert M. Kamp has highlighted the chronological difficulty of Ida von Bettstein, granddaughter of Ida Roetstock, marrying as her first husband Gotthard von Wilz (who was probably born in the mid-14th century) and suggests that Ida’s husband was Johann Holdevart von Reifferscheid not Johann [V][1269]. Johann [V], born in [1358?] as suggested above, would in any case have been young to have married in 1377. In addition, what little is known about the Roetstock family suggests a social discrepancy with the Herren von Reifferscheid, which suggests the unlikelihood of a marriage alliance with Johann [V]. m (before 15 Jun 1377) IDA Roetstock zu Birtingen, daughter of [GERART Roetstock Herr zu Birtingen und Kerpen] & his wife ---. Eiflia Illustrata says that Johann [V] Herr von Reifferscheid married “Ida von Bertringen” by whom he had “eine einzige Tochter Johanna” who married “Gotfried von Bassompierre” (no source cited)[1270]. Her connection with the Roetstock/Birtingen family is indicated by the summary of the 15 Jun 1377 charter cited above. It is not known whether “beau-frère” in that summary represents an accurate translation of the term used in the original document (examples have been seen where “beau-frère” indicated another family relationship by marriage): it has not therefore been confirmed whether Ida was Gerart’s daughter. No source has been found which confirms her name Ida. Johann & his wife had [one child]:

a) [JOHANNA von Reifferscheid ). Her family origin and marriage are confirmed by the “Ahnenprobe von Anton von Wiltz, mütterlicher Seite” [fifth son of Gerhard [II] von Wiltz], dated 1478, which name his maternal great-grandparents “Schoffart [=Godefroi] her zu Bethstein...Schennit [=Johannette/Johanna] von Ryfferscheit”[1271]. As noted above, Eiflia Illustrata says that “Johann [V] Herr von Reifferscheid” married “Ida von Bertringen” by whom he had “eine einzige Tochter Johanna” who married “Gotfried von Bassompierre” (no source cited)[1272]. Fahne also records Johanna’s parentage and marriage (no source cited)[1273], but no primary source has yet been found which names her father. m GODEFROI de Bassompierre [Gottfried von Bettstein], son of --- (-after 8 May 1406).]

2. HEINRICH von Reifferscheid (-after 20 May 1374). He is named in the 20 May 1374 charter cited above. same person as...? HEINRICH von Reifferscheid (-after 13 Jun 1389). Wilhelm Duke of Jülich and Gelre granted property “zu Aymbachen” to “Heynrich van Ryfferscheit unse knape ind burchman zu Caster ind Metza syne...huysfrauwe...yree kynder ind eruen” by charter dated 24 Feb 1386[1274]. He was named in other documents dated 8 Jun 1378 (“Burgmann zu Caster”), 8 Dec 1378, 1388, and 13 Jun 1389[1275]. m METZA, daughter of ---. She was named in the 24 Feb 1386 charter cited above, which also records (but does not name) the couple’s children. [Fahne says that this person, named between 8 Jun 1378 and 13 Jun 1389, was Heinrich von Reifferscheid, illegitimate son of Heinrich von Reifferscheid & his mistress ---[1276]. Fahne does not mention the 20 May 1374 charter, but it seems unlikely that Heinrich named in that document was the illegitimate Heinrich who would presumably still have been a teenager at that date. Another possibility seems to be that all the mentions of Heinrich between 20 May 1374 and 13 Jun 1389 refer to the same person, who was different from the illegitimate son.]

3. HOLDEVART von Reifferscheid (-after 20 May 1374). He sealed the 20 May 1374 charter cited above, presumably a separate person from “Johann Holdevart von Reifferscheid”.

J. GRAFEN von SAFFENBERG

The county of Saffenberg was located west of the river Rhine, south-west of the town of Bonn and north of the county of Ahr.

1. HERMANN von Nörvenich (-after 27 Sep 1074). Anno Archbishop of Köln divided the church of Neutz St. Qurin, founded by "Euerhardus comes Clivensis et matrona nobilis Berta comitissa uxor sua" between the church and the archbishopric by charter dated 27 Sep 1074, witnessed by "...Hermannus de Noruenich, Adelbertus de Saffenberch..."[1277]. same person as...? HERMANN von Saffenberg (-[27 Sep 1074/1081]). Bruno [II] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the foundation of the Machabeer Kloster near Sigelspforte by "Herimannus comes de Saphenberch", confirmed by Anno [II] Archbishop of Köln, and confirmed by "comes Adolfus nepos et heres prememorati comitis Herimanni et uxor sua Margareta" by charter dated 18 Jul 1134[1278]. It is likely that this confirmation was made many years after Hermann’s death, whose date cannot therefore be estimated. m GEPA, daughter of ---. Arnold Archbishop of Köln confirmed the possessions of the abbey of Rolduc [Rode] by charter dated 20 Oct 1140, which includes donations by "Adelbertus de Saphenberg" for the soul of "matris suæ Gepe cum filio suo Adolfo", and by "in obitu…eiusdem comitis Adelberti, prædictus filius eius comes Adolfus"[1279]. Hermann & his wife had two children:

a) ADOLF (-after 1081). Graf von Nörvenich. Sigewin Archbishop of Köln donated "parochiam...Emba...decimis" to Köln St. Pantaleon by charter dated 1081, witnessed by "Gerardus comes de Guliche, Adolfus comes de Noruenich et frater eius Adelbertus de Saphenberg"[1280].

- GRAFEN von NÖRVENICH.

b) ADALBERT von Saffenberg (-16 Dec [1109/12]). Anno Archbishop of Köln divided the church of Neutz St. Qurin, founded by "Euerhardus comes Clivensis et matrona nobilis Berta comitissa uxor sua" between the church and the archbishopric by charter dated 27 Sep 1074, witnessed by "...Hermannus de Noruenich, Adelbertus de Saffenberch..."[1281]. Sigewin Archbishop of Köln donated "parochiam...Emba...decimis" to Köln St. Pantaleon by charter dated 1081, witnessed by "Gerardus comes de Guliche, Adolfus comes de Noruenich et frater eius Adelbertus de Saphenberg"[1282]. Sigewin Archbishop of Köln donated property to Köln St Georg by charter dated to [1079/89], witnessed by "…Adelbreth de Safenberc…"[1283]. Sigewin Archbishop of Köln confirmed donations to Kloster Rees, where her parents were buried, made by "Irmengarda…comitissa" by charter dated to [1079/89], witnessed by "…Adelbrat comes, Adolph de Monte, Gerhart de Gulecho, De Saphenberch Adelbrecht, Hesse comes…"[1284]. Hermann [III] Archbishop of Köln settled the dispute between Kloster Brauweiler and Köln St Maria by charter dated 1090, witnessed by "…Stephanus comes, Gerhardus de Hostade, Arnoldi prefectus urbis, Adelbertus de Safinberg, Adolfus de Monte, Adelbero de Duno…"[1285]. Graf von Saffenberg. Hermann [III] Archbishop of Köln donated revenue to Köln St Cecilia by charter dated 1094, witnessed by "…Adelbreht comes de Safenberg, Gerhart comes de Guliche, Adelbreht comes de Noruenig, Gerhart de Hostathen, Ethelger de Heingebach, Megenhere de Randenrothe…"[1286]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln donated "decimationem" in ten named places to “novo monasterio...in Eifla” by charter dated 1105, witnessed by “Theodericus comes de Ara ipsius loci advocatus, Adalbertus de Saphanberch, Herimannus de Mereheim, Gerehardus de Hostatha...”[1287]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln incorporated the church of Rheinberg into Cunibertstifte by charter dated 15 Feb 1106, witnessed by "Herimannus comes et frater eius Arnoldus, Adelbertus comes, Gerhardus comes, Almerus advocatus…"[1288]. The Annales Rodenses record that “Adelbertus...comes et filius cum eo Adolphus” donated property to Rode in 1108[1289]. "Adelbertus comes de Saphenberge" donated "hereditate mea Herche", for the souls of "uxorem mearum", to the abbey of Munsterbilsen by charter dated 1109, witnessed by "Adolfo, Otberto, Ludolfo"[1290]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln donated serfs to Köln St Severin, with the consent of "Francone urbis nostre prefecto", by charter dated 1109, witnessed by "Gerhardo comite de Gelre, Adelberto de Safenberg, Adelberto de Nervennich, Herimanno de Udenkircha, Gerhardo de Julicho, Gerhardo de Hoinstathe, Gerlacho de Isenburch et fratre sui Regenbaldo, Harperno de Randenrothe…"[1291]. The Annales Rodenses record the death “XVII Kal Jan” of “Adelbertus comes de Saphenberch”, in the section dealing with events in 1110[1292]. m firstly ---. The name of Adalbert’s first wife is not known. This first marriage is confirmed by the charter dated 1109 under which "Adelbertus comes de Saphenberge" donated "hereditate mea Herche", for the souls of "uxorem mearum", to the abbey of Munsterbilsen[1293]. m secondly as her second husband, MATHILDE, daughter of --- (-4 Dec ----, bur near Wettrech). The Annales Rodenses record the death “XVII Kal Jan” of “Adelbertus comes de Saphenberch” and “II Non Dec...apud Hollendin ultra Renum, ubi propria eius sedes erat ex priore...marito” (which confirms her first marriage) of “Mathildis...conjunx illius”, as well as her burial “juxta apud Wettrech in monasterio sanctimonialium”[1294]. Adalbert & his [first/second] wife had one child:

i) ADOLF von Saffenberg (-1158 or after). The Annales Rodenses record that “Adelbertus...comes et filius cum eo Adolphus” donated property to Rode in 1108[1295]. Graf von Saffenberg. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster Rees by charter dated 1112 witnessed by "Henricus dux de Lintburg, Almer advocatus, Hugo, Adolf comes de Safenberk, Advocatus Teodericus, Comes Gerhardus et filius eius Gerhardus…"[1296]. "Liberi: Tiedrich comes de Ara, Gerart de Guileche, Gerart de Blanchinheim, Gerard de Hohstade, Adolf comes de Saphinberk, Adolf de Berge, Engelbreit de Kente..." witnessed the charter dated 1115 under which Friedrich Archbishop of Köln confirmed revenue and tolls to Münstereisel[1297]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed donations to Kloster Siegburg by charter dated 29 Mar 1117 witnessed by "Comes Fridericus de Arnesburg, Comes Adolfus de Monte, Comes Adolfus de Saphfenberg, Comes Gerhardus de Iuliaco, Theodericus de Gladebach et Edelgerus frater eius…"[1298]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the dismissal of "comes Gerhardus et frater eius Heinricus" from the Vogteischaft of Kloster Siegburg by charter dated 5 Apr 1118 witnessed by "Comes Gerhardus et frater eius Heinricus, Comes Adolfus de Monte, Comes Adolfus de Saphenberg, Comes Gerhardus de Iuliaco, Gerhardus iunior filius Gerhardi, Gerhardus de Caesle, Arnulfus de Odenkirche"[1299]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln donated Kloster Rolandswerth on an island in the river Rhine to Kloster Siegburg by charter dated 1 Aug 1126 witnessed by "Tiedericus comes de Are, Adolfus comes de Berge, Adolfus comes de Safenberg, Arnoldus comes de Cleue, Cunradus comes de Bunna, Gerardus comes de Iuleche et filius eius Gerardus, Gerardus comes de Hostade…"[1300]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed a donation to Kloster Siegburg by charter dated 1129 witnessed by "…Liberi. Paganus dux, Franco burgicomes, Gerhardus comes de Gelre, Adolfus comes de Monte, Adolfus comes de Saffenberg…"[1301]. Lothar King of Germany confirmed the donation to Kloster Siegburg made by "Alverada de Cuck cum suis liberis" by charter dated 2 May 1131 witnessed by "…Comes Gerhardus de Iuliaco, Comes Adolfus de Saffenberch, Gerhardus Hostath, Godefridus et frater eius Herimannus de Chuh, Gerhardus de Mulenarca…"[1302]. Bruno [II] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the foundation of the Machabeer Kloster near Sigelspforte by "Herimannus comes de Saphenberch", confirmed by Anno [II] Archbishop of Köln, and confirmed by "comes Adolfus nepos et heres prememorati comitis Herimanni et uxor sua Margareta" by charter dated 18 Jul 1134 witnessed by "Arnoldus comes, Bertolfus de Bruche, Almerus advocatus, Philippus de Verchene, Henricus de Volmudisteine"[1303]. Arnold [I] Archbishop of Köln donated revenue to Kloster Brauweiler by charter dated 1138 witnessed by "…Adolfus comes de Sauenberch, Lutherus comes de Ara, Cunradus comes Ueronensis, Gozwinus de Falkenburch. De liberis hominibus: Godefridus de Iuliaco, Theodericus de Hengebach…"[1304]. Arnold Archbishop of Köln confirmed the possessions of the abbey of Rolduc [Rode] by charter dated 20 Oct 1140, which includes donations by "Adelbertus de Saphenberg" for the soul of "matris suæ Gepe cum filio suo Adolfo", and by "in obitu…eiusdem comitis Adelberti, prædictus filius eius comes Adolfus"[1305]. Arnold Archbishop of Köln confirmed donations to Hersel monastery by charter dated 1149, including donations by "comes Adolphus de Saffenberg"[1306]. Emperor Friedrich I confirmed the privileges of Kloster Laach by charter dated 20 Apr 1152 witnessed by "…Adolphus de Saphenbergh et filius eius Hermannus…"[1307]. Friedrich [II] Archbishop of Köln donated property relinquished by "Ludolphus de Thieca in Cassele" to Kloster Knechtsteden by charter dated 1158 witnessed by "…Adolphus comes de Saffenberg, Herimannus filius eius…"[1308]. m (1122) MARGARETA von Schwarzenberg, daughter of --- ([1105/10]-after 18 Jul 1134). The Annales Rodenses record the marriage in 1122 of "Adolphus comes [et] Margaretam…neptis Friderici Coloniensis archiepiscopi, nata de Suarcenburch castro Bawariæ quod situm est iuxta terminus Boemiæ"[1309]. Bruno [II] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the foundation of the Machabeer Kloster near Sigelspforte by "Herimannus comes de Saphenberch", confirmed by Anno [II] Archbishop of Köln, and confirmed by "comes Adolfus nepos et heres prememorati comitis Herimanni et uxor sua Margareta" by charter dated 18 Jul 1134[1310]. Adolf & his wife had three children:

(a) HERMANN von Saffenberg (-1172). "Adolphus comes de Saphenbergh et filius eius Hermannus" are named in a charter dated 1140[1311]. Emperor Friedrich I confirmed the privileges of Kloster Laach by charter dated 20 Apr 1152 witnessed by "…Adolphus de Saphenbergh et filius eius Hermannus…"[1312]. Friedrich [II] Archbishop of Köln donated property relinquished by "Ludolphus de Thieca in Cassele" to Kloster Knechtsteden by charter dated 1158 witnessed by "…Adolphus comes de Saffenberg, Herimannus filius eius…"[1313]. Graf von Saffenberg. Reinald Archbishop of Köln confirmed the foundation of a monastery at "castrum suum Mere" by "matrona Hildegundis cometissa de Are…filii sui Herimanni quem tunc unicum habebat", for the soul of "filii sui Theoderici quondam comitis Arensis", by charter dated 22 Feb 1166, witnessed by "Herimannus comes de Saffenberg maioris ecclesie advocatus, Adolfus frater eius…"[1314]. Kloster Gladbach bought property in Razlinden by charter dated 1172 witnessed by "Henrico duce de Lenburch, Alberto comite de Molbach, Henrico comite de Kesle, Engilberto comite de Monte, Herimanno comite de Mulennarchen…"[1315]. Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation of property in Lechenich made to his predecessor by "comes Herimannus de Mulenarken", enfeoffed to "Herimannus de Dicke" who had retained it during the war between "dictum comitem H. et Theodericum comitem de Are", by charter dated to [1167/91][1316]. m --- von Müllenark, daughter of GERHARD von Müllenark & his wife ---. The primary source which confirms her parentage and marriage has not yet been identified. It is suggested by the charter dated 1172 quoted above in which her supposed husband is called “Herimanno comite de Mulennarchen”. Hermann & his wife had [two children]:

(1) [AGNES von Saffenberg (-27 May 1201). Her parentage is indicated by the charter dated 1176 under which Philipp Archbishop of Köln granted "advocatiam" of Schwarzrheindorf to “Lodewicus de Genderstorp”, witnessed by [her husband] "Henricus de Safenberch advocatus maior S. Petri, pater eius Everardus comes de Seina, Everardus filius eius..."[1317]. Heiress of ½ Saffenberg. Adolf Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation to Heisterbach by "nobilium comitum de Seyne…Henrici et fratris eius Everhardi" donated property "in Heistrebach" to Heisterbach abbey, in the presence of "nobilis comitisse Agnetis de Seyne", by charter dated 1200[1318]. The primary source which confirms her parentage has not yet been identified. m HEINRICH Graf von Sayn, son of EBERHARD [I] Graf zu Sayn & his wife --- von Isenburg (-1204 or after). Graf von Saffenberg. Philipp Archbishop of Köln granted "advocatiam" of Schwarzrheindorf to “Lodewicus de Genderstorp” by charter dated 1176, witnessed by "Henricus de Safenberch advocatus maior S. Petri, pater eius Everardus comes de Seina, Everardus filius eius, Albertus comes de Molbach, Heinricus prefectus Colonie, Reinerus comes de Uroizebrechte [not identified], Lodevvicus de Gendestorp..."[1319]. Philipp Archbishop of Köln donated property "in Helethen, alteram in Elueruelde comiti Ingelberto de Monte" by charter dated 1176, witnessed by "Albertus comes de Mulbach, Willelmus senior comes de Iuliaco, Willelmus filius eius, Ulricus comes de Nurberg et Gerardus filius eius, Henricus comes de Saphuenberg, Theodericus de Hostahen, Henricus comes de Arnesberg…"[1320].]

(2) [--- von Saffenberg . The primary source which confirms her parentage and marriage has not yet been identified. Heiress of Müllenark. m KONRAD van Diest, son of --- (-after 1216).]

(b) ADOLF von Saffenberg (-after 1176). Reinald Archbishop of Köln confirmed the foundation of a monastery at "castrum suum Mere" by "matrona Hildegundis cometissa de Are…filii sui Herimanni quem tunc unicum habebat", for the soul of "filii sui Theoderici quondam comitis Arensis", by charter dated 22 Feb 1166, witnessed by "Herimannus comes de Saffenberg maioris ecclesie advocatus, Adolfus frater eius…"[1321]. Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation made by "Wilhelmi de Hamersbach" to Köln St. Peter by charter dated 1176, witnessed by "...Adolfus de Saffenberg…"[1322].

(c) MATHILDE von Saffenberg (-2 Jan [1145/46]). The Annales Rodenses record the marriage in 1136 of “Heinricus Walrami ducis filius” and “Mathilda...comitis Adolphi filia”[1323]. Her parentage and marriage are confirmed by a charter dated 1147 under which her husband confirmed the possessions of the abbey of Rolduc, among which his donation "in obitu…coniugis suæ dominæ Mathildis" which refers to donations by "socer eius", which are in turn recited earlier in the same document as donations of Adolf Graf von Saffenberg[1324]. This is supported by the charter dated 1171 under which her son "Henricus filius domini Henrici filii ducis Walerami de Lymburg" donated property, inherited by him and "sorore nostra domina Margareta ducissa de Lovanio…atque domino Godefrido marito eius duce de Lovanio", to Rolduc [Rode] abbey and names "domino Herimanno, avunculo nostro, comite de Saphinberg"[1325]. Heiress of Rolduc [Rode]. The Annales Rodenses record that “Mathildis...uxor Heinrici...Jutte filii et junioris Heinrici mater” died six years before her mother-in-law, noting in a later passage that “Mathildis” died “IV Non Jan” which appears from the context to refer to the same person[1326]. m (1136) as his first wife, HENDRIK Graaf van Limburg, son of WALRAM [II] Graaf van Limburg, Duke of Lower Lotharingia & his wife Jutta van Wassenburg (-Rome Aug 1167). Duke of Limburg 1140.

1. WILHELM von Dyck (-[Jul 1252/9 Feb 1253]). Herr von Saffenberg. "Henricus comes Vianensis" converted “allodium suum in Hamme” to a fief of the church of Köln by charter dated 1220, witnessed by “Gerardus de Blankenheim, Conradus de Sleidhe, Wilhelmus de Safenberg, Hermannus Coloniensis advocatus...”[1327]. The 2 Nov 1242 charter, which records the terms for the release of Konrad Archbishop of Köln by Wilhelm Graf von Jülich, names "C. dominum de Mulinarchin, Ph. dominum de Wildinberg, W. dominum de Saffinberg, Burgravium de Arberg, Johannem de Aldindorp, Har. dominum de Vreinze…" as guarantors[1328]. "Wilhelmus dominus de Saffenberch et Gerlacus filius suus" settled a dispute with "dominum Fridericum virum nobilem consanguineum nostrum dominum de Blankenheim" about “vineis prope Saffenberch” which had been assigned to “comitissa Seinensi” as part of her dower, with “dominum Fridericum de Sleida” as fiduciary, by charter dated Jul 1252[1329]. m ---. The identity of Wilhelm’s wife has not been ascertained. Wilhelm & his wife had children:

a) GERLACH von Saffenberg . "Wilhelmus dominus de Saffenberch et Gerlacus filius suus" settled a dispute with "dominum Fridericum virum nobilem consanguineum nostrum dominum de Blankenheim" about “vineis prope Saffenberch” which had been assigned to “comitissa Seinensi” as part of her dower, with “dominum Fridericum de Sleida” as fiduciary, by charter dated Jul 1252[1330]. Herr von Saffenberg. "Nobilis vir Gerlacus dictus dominus de Saffenberg" confirmed a donation of property to Füssenich abbey by charter dated 9 Feb 1253, sealed with the seal of “patris mei bone memorie domini Wilhelmi de Saffenberg”[1331].

1. KONRAD von Saffenberg (-before 1300). Herr von Saffenberg. He is named as deceased in the 1300 charter of his son Johann, quoted below. m ---. The primary source wich confirms the name of Konrad’s wife has not been identified. Konrad & his wife had children:

a) JOHANN [I] von Saffenberg (-[13 Jun 1325/21 Dec 1333]). Herr von Saffenberg. "Iohanni filio quondam...Conradi Dni de Saffenberg" established jurisdiction over "municionis mee in Bodendorp" by charter dated 1300[1332]. "Johannes dominus de Saffemberg" swore allegiance to “dominum Gerardum comitem Juliancensem” for “castro de Saffemberg” by charter dated 8 Apr 1314[1333]. “Johann Herr von Saffenberg” witnessed a charter dated 22 Aug 1316[1334]. Pope John XXII issued a bull dated Mar 1321 in favour of “Johann Herr der Burg Saffenberg...und seiner Gattin Sophie”[1335]. “Johann Herr von Saffenberg und seine Gattin Sophia” sold land, with the consent of “ihrer Kinder”, by charter dated 13 Jun 1325[1336]. Johann [I] presumably died before 21 Dec 1333, the date of his wife’s charter cited below. m SOPHIE van Heusden, daughter of JAN [III] Heer van Heusden & his wife Adelisa van Kattendijk (-after 21 Dec 1333). Pope John XXII issued a bull dated Mar 1321 in favour of “Johann Herr der Burg Saffenberg...und seiner Gattin Sophie”[1337]. “Johann Herr von Saffenberg und seine Gattin Sophia” sold land, with the consent of “ihrer Kinder”, by charter dated 13 Jun 1325[1338]. “Sophie Frau zu Saffenberg, Johann ihr ältester Sohn und ihre Kinder Konrad, Jutta und Adelheid” confirmed a debt by charter dated 21 Dec 1333[1339]. “Sophie von Heusden Frau von Saffenberg, Johann von Saffenberg ihr ältester Sohn und ihre Kinder Konrad, Jutta und Adelheid” renounced rights “in den Dörfen und Kirchspielen ödinghausen, Heddinghausen, Ulyemen und Engelen, die ihnen von ihrem Bruder und Onkel Johann von Heusden vererbt sind” by charter dated to [1326/35][1340]. Johann [I] & his wife had four children:

i) JOHANN [II] von Saffenberg (-[22 Jan/6 Nov] 1382). Herr von Saffenberg. “Sophie Frau zu Saffenberg, Johann ihr ältester Sohn und ihre Kinder Konrad, Jutta und Adelheid” confirmed a debt by charter dated 21 Dec 1333[1341]. “Sophie von Heusden Frau von Saffenberg, Johann von Saffenberg ihr ältester Sohn und ihre Kinder Konrad, Jutta und Adelheid” renounced rights “in den Dörfen und Kirchspielen ödinghausen, Heddinghausen, Ulyemen und Engelen, die ihnen von ihrem Bruder und Onkel Johann von Heusden vererbt sind” by charter dated to [1326/35][1342]. “Johann Herr von Saffenberg” confirmed his debt to Reinald Graaf van Gelre en Zütphen by charter dated 1335[1343]. "...Johan herre von Saffenberg...” was named in charters dated 18 Feb 1339, 12 Apr 1344, 23 Sep 1350, 28 Sep 1350[1344]. “Johann Herr von Saffenberg und Gertrud von Saffenberg” swore allegiance to the archbishop of Trier for “Gericht und Dorf Bodendorf” charter dated 13 Jan 1341 (O.S.)[1345]. Heer van Bronshorn, Heer van Kessenich (part): Johann von Saffenberg received the usufruct of Bronshorn and ²/₇ of Kessenich from his brother-in-law Gerlach von Braunshorn 14 Apr 1348, for which he swore allegiance to Brabant in 1348[1346]: “Hadwig Frau von Braunshorn” notified Jean III Duke of Brabant that “ihr Mann Gerlach Herr von Braunshorn” had granted “die Hälfte des vom Herzog [=Jean Duke of Brabant] lehnrühigen Kessenich” as dower to “(seiner Schwester Gertrud) der Gattin Johanns Herr von Saffenberg” by charter dated 14 Apr 1348[1347]. "...Johan heirre zu Saffenbergh...” was named in a charter dated 13 May 1351[1348]. "...Johan herre van Saffinberg, ind Conrait van Saffiberg syn broder...” made commitments to the archbishop of Köln relating to the Jews by charter dated 24 Feb 1352[1349]. "...fidelium ecclesie Coloniensis nobilis viri Johannis domini de Saffenberg...” witnessed the charter dated 10 Aug 1353 under which “Wernerus de Vlattene miles” donated his judicial rights “duarum villarum in Schuren et Eyk...in parrochia de Sarne” to the archbishop of Köln[1350]. Johann presumably transferred his part of Kessenich to Reinoud Heer van Schoonvorst [see the document BRABANT, LOUVAIN] in 1355/56], as Henkens records that Reinoud swore allegiance in 1356 to the duke of Brabant for Bronshorn and the associated part of Kessenich[1351]. This question is complicated by the following document: Wenzel Duke of Brabant and his wife Dss Jeanne confirmed that “Gerlach van Brunshorn, ridder” had granted “zijn (leen-)goed te Kessenich” to [his grandson] “Conrart van Wijnnenberch”, subject to the dower rights of “Gerlachs vrouw” by charter dated 14 Feb 1362 (O.S.?)[1352]. This charter confirms that Johann [II] Heer van Saffenberg must have relinquished his rights in Kessenich, but does not explain how the rights granted by Gerlach von Braunshorn to his widow and to his grandson Kuno von Winneburg affected the rights of Reinoud van Schoonvorst. "Johan heren zu Saffenberg...heren Goyswyn van Alftere, myns marschalcs vurschreuen broider...” witnessed the charter dated 30 Jun 1360 under which “Johan marschalke zu Alftere ritter ind Conrait sin sun knape” swore allegiance to the archbishop of Köln for the “huyss zu Heymmersheim...”, with the consent of “vrauen Rykarden van Kerpen, myns Johans marschalcs eligen wyues, ind myns Conraits muder”[1353]. "Cono et Gerlacus de Wunnenberg fratres et coheredes” swore allegiance to the archbishop of Köln for their fief “castro in Bilsteyn supra Mosellam”, granted to them by “Gerlaci domini de Brunshorn avi nostri” subject to his life interest together with “castro nostro Wunnenberg”, by charter dated 23 Apr 1361, sealed by “dicti domini de Brunshorn avi nostri necnon nobilis viri domini Johannis domini de Saffenberg consanguinei nostri”[1354]. "Engelbrecht greue van der Marke, Euerart van der Marke heirre zu Arberg, ind Johan heirre zu der Sleyden” committed support for Engelbert Archbishop of Köln against “Gerlach herre zu Isenbergh” relating to “Hoyncgen op dem Ryne”, with “heirren Johanne heirren zu Saffenberg, ind Johanne van Saffenberg dem jungen syme sone, ind heirren Roilmanne heirren zu Arendale”, by charter dated 26 Aug 1365[1355]. "Johann herre zu Saffenburg...” witnessed a charter of the archbishop of Köln dated 25 Aug 1372[1356]. "...Johan herre zu Saffenberch...gehulde ind gesworen manne des gestichtz van Colne” confirmed certain obligations to the archbishop of Köln by charter dated 29 Oct 1373[1357]. "...her Johan ind her Coinrat herren zu Saffenberg, gebruedere...” subscribed the charter dated 17 Sep 1377 under which “Engelbrecht ind Heinrich van Oefte, gebruedere” swore allegiance to the archbishop of Köln for “unse slos ind huys zu Oefte”[1358]. Friedrich Archbishop of Köln confirmed the "huyss zu Mertzenich...ind van Gerbertzroyde...” to “Johanne heren zu Saffenbergh ind Johanne syme soene grauen zu Nuenare”, accepted by “Johan herre zu Saffenbergh [...ouch mit Gertruden myn Johans hern zu Saffenberg...elicher wyue...Gertrude van Brunsshorne] ind Johan van Saffenbergh syn sun, graue zu Nuenar...mit Katherinen myme wyue, die eyne eynich kindt ind doichter was wilne grauen Wilhelms van Nuenare” from whom he inherited his rights “oeuermitz greuen Crafft van Nuenare, yren oemen”, by charter dated 22 Jan 1382[1359]. "Johan herre zu Saffenbergh...ind Johanne myme Soene, greuen zu Nuenare” made payments to the archbishop of Köln relating to “graisschaff zu Nuenare”, with the consent of “Gertruden [...van Brunshorne] mynss ind Katherinen [...van Nuenare]...mynss Soens elicher wyue” from whom he inherited his rights “oeuermitz greuen Crafft van Nuenare, yren oemen” by charter dated 22 Jan 1382[1360]. A charter dated 6 Nov 1382 records an agreement between the archbishop of Köln and “der verstorbene - damals noch lebende - Johann Herr zu Saffenberg, dessen Gattin Gertrud, der jetzige Herr von Saffenberg Graf Johann von Nuwenare und seine Gattin Katharina”[1361]. m (before 13 Jan 1342) as her second husband, GERTRUD von Braunshorn, widow of DIETRICH von Bruch, daughter of JOHANN von Braunshorn & his wife Lisa von Dollendorf (-after 11 Jan 1384). Renn records her parentage and two marriages[1362]. “Johann Herr von Saffenberg und Gertrud von Saffenberg” swore allegiance to the archbishop of Trier for “Gericht und Dorf Bodendorf” charter dated 13 Jan 1341 (O.S.)[1363]. Gerlach von Braunshorn transferred his rights 14 Apr 1348 to his sister, whose husband Johann von Saffenberg received the usufruct of Bronshorn and ²/₇ of Kessenich, for which he swore allegiance to Brabant in 1348[1364]. Gertrud is named in the two charters of her husband dated 22 Jan 1382, quoted above. A charter dated 6 Nov 1382 records an agreement between the archbishop of Köln and “der verstorbene - damals noch lebende - Johann Herr zu Saffenberg, dessen Gattin Gertrud, der jetzige Herr von Saffenberg Graf Johann von Nuwenare und seine Gattin Katharina”[1365]. She was named as living in the 11 Jan 1384 charter of her son Wilhelm cited below. Johann [II] & his wife had three children:

(a) JOHANN [III] von Saffenberg (-after 1397). "Engelbrecht greue van der Marke, Euerart van der Marke heirre zu Arberg, ind Johan heirre zu der Sleyden” committed support for Engelbert Archbishop of Köln against “Gerlach herre zu Isenbergh” relating to “Hoyncgen op dem Ryne”, with “heirren Johanne heirren zu Saffenberg, ind Johanne van Saffenberg dem jungen syme sone, ind heirren Roilmanne heirren zu Arendale”, by charter dated 26 Aug 1365[1366]. Graf von Neuenahr.

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(b) WILHELM von Saffenberg (-[1 Sep 1388/4 Nov 1400]). “Die Brüder Johann Herr zu Saffenberg und Wilhelm von Saffenburg” settled a dispute about their paternal succession, including the continued possession by their mother of her property, by charter dated 11 Jan 1384[1367]. “Junker Wilhelm von Saffenberg” sealed a charter dated 1 Sep 1388[1368]. Canon at Köln St Gereon: he is named as such, deceased, in the 4 Nov 1400 charter of his nephew Wilhelm cited below[1369].

(c) GERTRUD von Saffenberg . The marriage contract between “Johann Herr zu Saffenberg...Gertrud Tochter” and “Rollmann Sohn Heinrichs von Sinzig Herr zu Arental” is dated 13 Nov 1355, witnessed by “Der Großvater des Bräutigams Heinrich von Sinzig Herr zu Arental sowie dessen Bruder Wilhelm Großonkel des Bräutigams...Heinrich von Sinzig der Bruder Rollmanns”[1370]. m (contract 13 Nov 1355) ROLLMANN von Sinzig, son of HEINRICH von Sinzig Herr zu Arental & his wife ---.

ii) KONRAD von Saffenberg (-after 17 Sep 1377). “Sophie Frau zu Saffenberg, Johann ihr ältester Sohn und ihre Kinder Konrad, Jutta und Adelheid” confirmed a debt by charter dated 21 Dec 1333[1371]. “Sophie von Heusden Frau von Saffenberg, Johann von Saffenberg ihr ältester Sohn und ihre Kinder Konrad, Jutta und Adelheid” renounced rights “in den Dörfen und Kirchspielen ödinghausen, Heddinghausen, Ulyemen und Engelen, die ihnen von ihrem Bruder und Onkel Johann von Heusden vererbt sind” by charter dated to [1326/35][1372]. Herr zu Saffenberg. "...Conrad Herr zu Saffenberg...” witnessed a charter dated 1 Jan 1348[1373]. "...Johan herre van Saffinberg, ind Conrait van Saffiberg syn broder...” made commitments to the archbishop of Köln relating to the Jews by charter dated 24 Feb 1352[1374]. "...ind van raede unss greuen van Cleue her Conrait heirre zu Saffenberg...rittere” witnessed the charter dated 12 Jan 1377 which records a peace treaty between Wilhelm Duke of Jülich and Gelre, Wilhelm Graf von Berg and Adolph Graf von Kleve[1375]. "...her Johan ind her Coinrat herren zu Saffenberg, gebruedere...” subscribed the charter dated 17 Sep 1377 under which “Engelbrecht ind Heinrich van Oefte, gebruedere” swore allegiance to the archbishop of Köln for “unse slos ind huys zu Oefte”[1376]. m (before 2 Mar 1348, Papal dispensation 28 Mar 1350) as her third husband, MARIA von Jülich, widow firstly of HEINRICH [II] von Virneburg and secondly of DIETRICH [VII] Graf von Kleve, daughter of GERHARD [V] Graf von Jülich & his wife Elisabeth de Brabant (-after 11 Nov 1363). “Konrad von Saffenberg und Maria von Jülich Frau zu Monreal” and “Graf Ruprecht von Virneburg, Johann [von Virneburg] Propst zu Xanten, Adolf, Gerhard und Johann Söhne Graf Ruprechts” reached agreement about Monreal by charter dated 2 Mar 1347 (O.S.)[1377]. Pope Clement VI granted dispensation for the marriage between “Conrado de Saffinberg consanguineo archiepiscopi” and “Maria relicta quondam Theoderici comitis Clevensis”, despite the 3° consanguinity between Konrad and Graf Dietrich, dated 28 May 1350[1378]. "Johan…bischoff…zu Munster zu Westfalen, Gerardt grave zu Virnembergh, und Adolff, alle gebruder von Virnembergh" confirmed "Pellentzen…die herre Heinrich selige unser…bruder und sie…versatzt hant" to "Marie von Gulich frauwe zu Monreau" by charter dated 11 Nov 1363[1379].

iii) JUTTA von Saffenberg . “Sophie Frau zu Saffenberg, Johann ihr ältester Sohn und ihre Kinder Konrad, Jutta und Adelheid” confirmed a debt by charter dated 21 Dec 1333[1380]. “Sophie von Heusden Frau von Saffenberg, Johann von Saffenberg ihr ältester Sohn und ihre Kinder Konrad, Jutta und Adelheid” renounced rights “in den Dörfen und Kirchspielen ödinghausen, Heddinghausen, Ulyemen und Engelen, die ihnen von ihrem Bruder und Onkel Johann von Heusden vererbt sind” by charter dated to [1326/35][1381].

iv) ADELHEID von Saffenberg . “Sophie Frau zu Saffenberg, Johann ihr ältester Sohn und ihre Kinder Konrad, Jutta und Adelheid” confirmed a debt by charter dated 21 Dec 1333[1382]. “Sophie von Heusden Frau von Saffenberg, Johann von Saffenberg ihr ältester Sohn und ihre Kinder Konrad, Jutta und Adelheid” renounced rights “in den Dörfen und Kirchspielen ödinghausen, Heddinghausen, Ulyemen und Engelen, die ihnen von ihrem Bruder und Onkel Johann von Heusden vererbt sind” by charter dated to [1326/35][1383].

2. ALEID von Saffenberg . "Herman here ze Veirnich inde...Aleit van Saffenbergh desselven Hermans...wyf" transferred rights in “Veirnich” to “Wilhelm marcgreven van Guilge” by charter dated 11 Apr 1342[1384]. m HERMANN Herr von Vernich, son of ---.

JOHANN [III] von Saffenberg, son of JOHANN [II] Herr von Saffenburg & his wife Gertrud von Braunshorn (-after 1397). "Engelbrecht greue van der Marke, Euerart van der Marke heirre zu Arberg, ind Johan heirre zu der Sleyden” committed support for Engelbert Archbishop of Köln against “Gerlach herre zu Isenbergh” relating to “Hoyncgen op dem Ryne”, with “heirren Johanne heirren zu Saffenberg, ind Johanne van Saffenberg dem jungen syme sone, ind heirren Roilmanne heirren zu Arendale”, by charter dated 26 Aug 1365[1385]. Graf von Neuenahr. Friedrich Archbishop of Köln confirmed the "huyss zu Mertzenich...ind van Gerbertzroyde...” to “Johanne heren zu Saffenbergh ind Johanne syme soene grauen zu Nuenare”, accepted by “Johan herre zu Saffenbergh [...ouch mit Gertruden myn Johans hern zu Saffenberg...elicher wyue...Gertrude van Brunsshorne] ind Johan van Saffenbergh syn sun, graue zu Nuenar...mit Katherinen myme wyue, die eyne eynich kindt ind doichter was wilne grauen Wilhelms van Nuenare” from whom he inherited his rights “oeuermitz greuen Crafft van Nuenare, yren oemen”, by charter dated 22 Jan 1382[1386]. "Johan herre zu Saffenbergh...ind Johanne myme Soene, greuen zu Nuenare” made payments to the archbishop of Köln relating to “graisschaff zu Nuenare”, with the consent of “Gertruden [...van Brunshorne] mynss ind Katherinen [...van Nuenare]...mynss Soens elicher wyue” from whom he inherited his rights “oeuermitz greuen Crafft van Nuenare, yren oemen” by charter dated 22 Jan 1382[1387]. A charter dated 6 Nov 1382 records an agreement between the archbishop of Köln and “der verstorbene - damals noch lebende - Johann Herr zu Saffenberg, dessen Gattin Gertrud, der jetzige Herr von Saffenberg Graf Johann von Nuwenare und seine Gattin Katharina”[1388]. “Die Brüder Johann Herr zu Saffenberg und Wilhelm von Saffenburg” settled a dispute about their paternal succession, including the continued possession by their mother of her property, by charter dated 11 Jan 1384[1389]. "Johan Here zu Saffenberg ind Frauue Kathrine van Nuwenare" and "Luissarde van Landzkrone ind Hermanne sinem Bruder" settled disputes by charter dated 8 Dec 1393[1390]. Ruprecht Pfalzgraf bei Rhein confirmed “die Grafschaft Neuenahr zu Lehn” to “Johann Graf zu Neuenahr und Herr zu Saffenberg” by charter dated 21 May 1397[1391].

m (Betrothed 1 Mar 1353, contract 21 Dec 1359) KATHARINA von Neuenahr, daughter of WILHELM [III] Graf von Neuenahr & his wife Johanna van Elsloo (-after 8 Dec 1393). “Graf Krafto von Nuwenare [her uncle] und Johann Herr zu Saffenberg” agreed, with the consent of the archbishop of Köln, a marriage between “Johanns ältestem Sohn und der Tochter des verstorbenen Graf Wilhelm III zu Nuwenar, Krafts Neffen”, confirming that Katharina was heiress to the county of Neuenahr, by charter dated 1 Mar 1353[1392]. The marriage contract between “Reinhard Herr zu Schönforst, seine Gattin Katherine von Wildenberg und Oest Herr zu Elsloo...ihre Enkelin und Nichte Katharina von Neuenahr Tochter des verstorbenen Grafen Wilhelm von Neuenahr” and “Johann Herr zu Saffenberg, seine Gattin Gertrud von Braunshorn und Konrad Herr zu Saffenberg...ihren ältesten Sohn und Neffen Johann” is dated 21 Dec 1359, as agreed by “der verstorbene Kraft von Neuenahr als der geborene Vormund seiner Nichte”, naming “Schloß Montjoie” as her dowry[1393]. She is named, and her parentage specified, in the two charters of her husband dated 22 Jan 1382, quoted above. "Johan Here zu Saffenberg ind Frauue Kathrine van Nuwenare" and "Luissarde van Landzkrone ind Hermanne sinem Bruder" settled disputes by charter dated 8 Dec 1393[1394].

Johann [III] & his wife had eight children (named by Stramberg[1395]):

1. JOHANN [IV] von Saffenberg (-before 4 Nov 1400). Herr von Saffenberg. Graf von Neuenahr. Herr in Lomersum. He is named as deceased in the 4 Nov 1400 charter of his brother Wilhelm cited below. m KATHARINA von Schleiden, daughter of ---. She is named in the 4 Nov 1400 charter of her brother-in-law Wilhelm cited below.

2. WILHELM von Saffenberg (-after 22 Nov 1424). Herr von Saffenberg. Graf von Neuenahr. “Wilhelm Herr von Saffenberg Graf zu Neuenahr” confirmed that “seinem Bruder Johann Herr zu Saffenberg und dessen Hausfrau Katharina von der Schleiden” had granted “die Erbteilung der Herrschaft Saffenberg und der halben Grafschaft Neuenahr” to “sein Schwager Ritter Dietrich von Gymnich und dessen Frau Katherina von Saffenberg seine Schwester” by charter dated 4 Nov 1400[1396]. “Wilhelm Herr zu Saffenberg Graf zu Neuenahr” recorded the settlement of a dispute by charter dated 13 Jan 1401 (O.S.?), sealed by “der Bruder Wilhelms Kraft von Saffenberg...”[1397]. He is named in charters dated 15 Aug 1408 (confirmation of the county of Neuenahr), 23/25 Jun 1412 and 25 Jun 1412 (dispute with Bonn), 12 Aug 1412, 24 Jun 1413, 1415, 1418, 5 May 1419, 9 May 1419, 7 Jan 1420, 17 Apr 1420, 10 Jul 1420, 12 Sep 1421, 20 Jul 1424[1398]. “Kraft von Saffenberg, zugleich für seine Frau Elisabeth” and “Wilhelm Herr zu Saffenberg, zugleich für seine Frau Metza von Reifferscheid” divided their territories by charter dated 30 Sep 1417[1399]. “Wilhelm Herr zu Saffenberg und seine Frau Metza von Reifferscheid” renounced their properties because of serious illness in favour of “ihres Eidams Philipp Junggraf zu Virneburg und dessen Frau, ihrer Tochter Katharina” by charters dated 3 Nov 1424, 22 Nov 1424[1400]. m (after 1403) as her second husband, MECHTILD [Metza] von Reifferscheid, widow of ARNOLD von Götterswick, daughter of REINHARD [I] Herr von Reifferscheid & his wife Maria de Looz (-after 22 Nov 1424). Fahne records her parentage and two marriages, noting that she renounced her father’s succession 1389 (no source cited)[1401]: “Arnold van Goeterswich und Metza van Reifferscheidt ehelich Weiff Arnoldts vurschr.” renounced the succession of “Reinhardt Herr zu Reifferscheidt ind zu Bedtbur...Vader mein Metzen vurschr.” by charter dated 11 Aug 1389[1402]. “Crafft von Saffenbergh vur mich ind vur Elyzabeth von Toynbergh myn...wyfe” and “Willelm herre zu Saffenbergh vur mich ind Metzen von Ryfferscheit myn...wyff” divided their inheritance by charter dated 30 Sep 1417[1403]. By charter dated 23 Nov 1419, Johann Pfalzgraf bei Rhein confirmed the settlement of a dispute between “Wilhelm Herr zu Saffenberg wegen seiner Gattin Metza von Reifferscheid” and “Dietrich von Brandenburg Herr zu Stolzenburg”, noting (1) that Dietrich had granted “ein Viertel von Schloß und Herrschaft Stolzenburg” to “Wilhelm und Metza oder einen von ihnen”, that (2) Dietrich confirmed that ”der verstorbene Arnold von Bulant und seine Schwester Kunigund Mutter Dietrichs” had made payments relating to property taken from “dem verstorbenen Reiner von Reifferscheid und seiner Frau Maria von Loos”, Marie de Looz having acknowledged a debt to “ihrem Sohn Arnold von Bulant”, sealed by “...Agnes von Glymes Frau Dietrichs”[1404]. “Wilhelm Herr zu Saffenberg und seine Frau Metza von Reifferscheid” renounced their properties because of serious illness in favour of “ihres Eidams Philipp Junggraf zu Virneburg und dessen Frau, ihrer Tochter Katharina” by charters dated 3 Nov 1424, 22 Nov 1424[1405]. Wilhelm & his wife had two children:

a) KATHARINA von Saffenberg ). The marriage contract between “Ruprecht Graf von Virneburg...seines ältesten Sohnes Philipp” and “Wilhelm Herr zu Saffenberg und seiner Frau Metza von Reifferscheid...deren ätesten Tochter Katharina” is dated 4 Jul 1419[1406]. m (contract 4 Jul 1419) PHILIPP Graf von Virneburg, son of ROBERT [IV] Graf von Virneburg & his second wife Agnes von Solms (-1443).

b) KUNIGUNDE von Saffenberg (-after 1454). The 4 Jul 1419 marriage contract of her sister Katharina specified that “Kunigunde von Saffenberg jüngste Tochter der Eheleute von Saffenberg” would become a nun. “Johann von Wied Herr zu Isenberg” granted dower to “seine Frau Kunigunde von Saffenberg...seine ehelichen Kinder Anastasia und Agnes” by charters dated 2 Feb 1428, sealed by “Johanns Bruder Graf Wilhelm zu Wied und sein Vetter Salentin Herr zu Isenburg”[1407]. m as his third wife, JOHANN [II] von Wied Herr zu Isenburg, son of GERLACH [II] von Isenburg Graf von Wied & his wife Agnes von Isenburg-Büdingen (-before 1454).

3. KRAFT von Saffenberg (-1446). “Wilhelm Herr zu Saffenberg Graf zu Neuenahr” recorded the settlement of a dispute by charter dated 13 Jan 1401 (O.S.?), sealed by “der Bruder Wilhelms Kraft von Saffenberg...”[1408]. “Kraft von Saffenberg, zugleich für seine Frau Elisabeth” and “Wilhelm Herr zu Saffenberg, zugleich für seine Frau Metza von Reifferscheid” divided their territories by charter dated 30 Sep 1417[1409]. m firstly (contract 13 Aug 1404) ELISABETH von Tomberg, daughter of FRIEDRICH von Tomberg und Landscron & his wife --- (-before 21 Dec 1436). The marriage contract between “Kraft von Saffenberg” and “Elisabeth Tochter Friedrichs Herr zu Tomberg und zu Landskron” is dated 13 Aug 1404[1410]. m secondly MARGARETA von Eich zu Olbrück, daughter of ---.

- HERREN zu TOMBERG und LANDSCRON[1411].

4. KATHARINA von Saffenberg . “Wilhelm Herr von Saffenberg Graf zu Neuenahr” confirmed that “seinem Bruder Johann Herr zu Saffenberg und dessen Hausfrau Katharina von der Schleiden” had granted “die Erbteilung der Herrschaft Saffenberg und der halben Grafschaft Neuenahr” to “sein Schwager Ritter Dietrich von Gymnich und dessen Frau Katherina von Saffenberg seine Schwester” by charter dated 4 Nov 1400[1412]. “Ritter Dietrich von Gymnich und seine Gattin Katharine von Saffenberg” confirmed decisions made by Friedrich Archbishop of Köln relating to their property by charter dated 21 Aug 1401, sealed by “ihres Neffen und Schwagers Wilhelm Beyssel von Gymnich”[1413]. m DIETRICH von Gymnich gen. von Opperod, son of ---.

5. GERTRUD von Saffenberg . The marriage contract between “Johann Kessel von Nürburg der Junge” and “die Jungfrau Gertrud von Saffenberg” is dated 23 Jan 1404 (O.S.?), Wilhelm Herr von Saffenberg granting dowry to his sister and the couple renouncing claims to the parental inheritance of Saffenberg and Neuenahr[1414]. m (contract 23 Jan [1404/05?]) JOHANN Kessel von Nürburg, son of ---.

6. BONIZETTA von Saffenberg (-after 7 Dec 1428). Nun at Thorn. Bonizetta renounced her succession rights from her parents and her brothers Johann and Wilhelm, in favour of “Gracht, meinem Bruder”, by charter dated late Jun 1414 before marrying Eberhard von Limburg-Stirum[1415]. “Eberhard von Limburg wohnhaft zy Styrum” confirmed that “Wilhelm Herr zu Saffenberg” had given him “seine Schwester Bonizetta”, specifying the dowry, by charter dated 16 Nov 1419, witnessed by ”die Verwandten und Freunde Eberhards: Wilhelm Graf zu Limburg Herr zu Broich und zu Bedburg, Dietrich von Limburg Herr zu Broich, Eberhard Herr zu Limburg und zum Hardenberg und seiner Frau Metza von Reifferscheid...deren ätesten Tochter Katharina” is dated 4 Jul 1419[1416]. Her brother-in-law “Godert von Limburg canonicus zu St. Gereon binnen Cöln” made payments to “Bonzyt van Saffenberch ind van Lymborch wedewen mynre...Swegerynnen” by charter dated 7 Dec 1428[1417]. m (before 16 Nov 1419) EBERHARD von Limburg-Stirum, son of --- (-6 Jan 1426).

7. JOHANNETTA von Saffenberg .

8. ELISABETH von Saffenberg (-21 Aug 1459). Provost of Essen 1433. Abbess of Essen.

K. HERREN von SCHLEIDEN

Schleiden is located about 10 kilometres north-west of Blankenheim in the Eifel region, in the present-day German Land of Nordrhein-Westfalen close to the border with France. The Herrschaft Schleiden was held by a younger branch of the Herren von Manderscheid. The reconstruction shown below is an outline only. More information is provided by Europäische Stammtafeln[1418], whose additional information has not been verified. Fahne also records other information[1419], which should probably be treated with caution, as with many of his family reconstructions, until verified.

1. KONRAD [I] von Blankenheim [von Schleiden], son of --- (-after 1198). "Godefridus et Fredericus fratres comites de Vernenburgh" donated their castle and county to Johann Archbishop of Trier by charter dated 9 Aug 1187 witnessed by "Henrici comitis Palatini Reni advocatie ecclesie predicte…Walrami comitis in Spanheim, Conradi de Blankenheim et Wilhelmi domni in Duna…"[1420]. "...Gerhardus de Blancenheim et frater suus Conradus" witnessed the charter dated 22 Jan 1197 under which Adolf Archbishop of Köln confirmed the purchase of the castles of Beilstein, Wied and Windeck[1421]. "...Gerhardus et Cunradus de Blanckenheim" witnessed the charter dated 1197 under which Adolf Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation made by “Wilhelmis miles cognomine solidus” to the chapel of Schilling[1422]. A charter dated 1198 records that “fratres de Blanckenheim Gerardus et Cunradus” had requested “decimam de novalibus in sylva...juxta castrum Schleyda” which was possessed by the church of Steinfeld, and that “Cunradum de Schleyde” had usurped the revenue and was excommunicated[1423].

2. KONRAD [II] von Schleiden (-after 1220). "...Gerardus de Blankenheim, Conradus de Sleidhe…" witnessed the charter dated 1220 under which Engelbert Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation made by “Henricus comes Vianensis” to Köln Cathedral[1424].

1. FRIEDRICH von Schleiden (-after 17 Apr 1259). Herr von Schleiden. Konrad Archbishop of Köln settled disputes with the Graf von Jülich by charter dated 26 Apr 1245, naming “...Rutgerum de Bremth, Fridericum de Sleida, Walterum de Brunshorn, Theodericum de Milendunch, viros nobiles...” as fiduciaries[1425]. Konrad Archbishop of Köln granted protection to Mechtild Gfn von Sayn by charter dated 21 Jan 1246, naming “...Volquoldum de Buren, Fredericum dominum de Sleida, Theodericum de Milendunc, Lotharium de Wickerode, viros nobiles...” as fiduciaries[1426]. Otto Graaf van Gelre granted property to the archbishop of Köln by charter dated Jun 1251, witnessed by “...Gerardo de Wassenberg, Frederico de Sleida, Wilelmo de Authena, Theoderico de Milendunch”[1427]. "Wilhelmus dominus de Saffenberch et Gerlacus filius suus" settled a dispute with "dominum Fridericum virum nobilem consanguineum nostrum dominum de Blankenheim" about “vineis prope Saffenberch” which had been assigned to “comitissa Seinensi” as part of her dower, with “dominum Fridericum de Sleida” as fiduciary, by charter dated Jul 1252[1428]. A charter dated 15 Oct 1254 records peace terms between Konrad Archbishop of Köln and Wilhelm Graf von Jülich and names “...Fredericus dominus de Sleida, Th. dominus de Milendunc et Otto de Wikerode” as fiduciaries[1429]. "Jutta relicta domini Johanni quondam de Ryferscheit..." sold property by charter dated 1258, witnessed by “...Fr. domini de Blanckenheim, F. domini de Sleyde, Ph. domini de Wildenberg”[1430]. "Gerardus de Salmis, Fredericus dominus de Sleyda, Theodericus dom. de Milendung…” witnessed the charter dated 17 Apr 1259 under which Konrad Archbishop of Köln removed certain office-holders in Köln[1431]. m ALEIDIS, daughter of --- (-after 24 Mar 1269). She is named in the 24 Mar 1269 charter of her son Konrad quoted below. Friedrich & his wife had one child:

a) KONRAD [III] von Schleiden (-after 15 Dec 1282). Herr von Schleiden. "W. comes Juliacensis et Philippus senior dominus de Wildenberch" settled a dispute between “virum nobilem Conradum dominum de Sleyda” and Steinfeld abbey, relating to property donated by Konrad von Schleiden “pro se et uxore sua Elisa et domina Alheide matre sua”, by charter dated 24 Mar 1269, witnessed by “Philippi advocati de Kentenich, Gerardi domini de Lanscrona...Frederici domini de Wildenberch...”[1432]. “Conradus dominus de Schleida, Lysa uxor nostra et Fridericus filius noster” sold “das castrum in Stefflen, villam ibidem Underbechem, Awele et Brembden” to “Gerhardo domino de Blanckenheim ihrem Verwamdten” by charter dated 15 Dec 1282[1433]. m (before 24 Mar 1269) ELISABETH, daughter of --- (-after 15 Dec 1282). She is named in the 24 Mar 1269 charter of her husband, quoted above. “Conradus dominus de Schleida, Lysa uxor nostra et Fridericus filius noster” sold “das castrum in Stefflen, villam ibidem Underbechem, Awele et Brembden” to “Gerhardo domino de Blanckenheim ihrem Verwamdten” by charter dated 15 Dec 1282[1434]. Konrad [III] & his wife had children:

i) FRIEDRICH von Schleiden (-after 1315). “Conradus dominus de Schleida, Lysa uxor nostra et Fridericus filius noster” sold “das castrum in Stefflen, villam ibidem Underbechem, Awele et Brembden” to “Gerhardo domino de Blanckenheim ihrem Verwamdten” by charter dated 15 Dec 1282[1435]. Herr von Schleiden.

- see below.

FRIEDRICH von Schleiden, son of KONRAD [III] Herr von Schleiden & his wife Elisabeth --- (-after 1315). “Conradus dominus de Schleida, Lysa uxor nostra et Fridericus filius noster” sold “das castrum in Stefflen, villam ibidem Underbechem, Awele et Brembden” to “Gerhardo domino de Blanckenheim ihrem Verwamdten” by charter dated 15 Dec 1282[1436]. Fahne records Friedrich [III] as the son of Konrad [III] (no source cited)[1437]. The primary source which confirms his parentage has not been identified. Herr von Schleiden.

m JOHANNA van Valkenburg, daughter of ---. Fahne names “Johanna von Falkenburg” as wife of Friedrich [III] Herr von Schleiden (no source cited)[1438]. The primary source which confirms her parentage and marriage has not been identified. From a chronological point of view only, it seems that Johanna could have been the daughter of Walram [II] Heer von Valkenberg or of Walram’s father Dirk (by his second wife Aleidis de Looz).

Friedrich [III] & his wife had children:

1. KONRAD [IV] von Schleiden (-[1345/26 Nov 1346]). Herr von Schleiden. “Guillaume seigneur de Cranendonc et Arnt seigneur de Steyne chevalier” declared the marriage contract between “Ermengarde de Cranendonc leur sœur et respectivement nièce” and “noble homme Thomas de Septfontaines”, and agreed the dowry to be paid in the year of the consommation of the marriage, guaranteed by “Conrad et Diederich von der Sleyden”, by charter dated 25 Mar 1323 (N.S.?)[1439]. "Arnoldi domini de Randenrode, Conradi domni de Sleyda, Rutgeri advocati Coloniensis, Lodowici de Randenroyde et Philiippi de Kentencih, militum, Friderici domini de Weuelinchouen et Henrici domini de Wickerode, nostrorum consanguineorum" witnessed the charter dated 13 Jul 1329 under which “Wilhelmus dominus de Helpenstein, Fridericus et Theodericus eiusdem fratres” renounced rights following the archbishop’s destruction of “castri Helpenstein”[1440]. "Conradus dominus de Dycka et Rycharda eius uxor" sold property “in Aldenhouen...” to Köln St. Georg by charter dated 29 Oct 1334, sealed by “nobilium virorum dominorum Godefridi de Juliaco, domini de Bergheym, Conradi domini de Sleyda, Wilhelmi domini de Helpenstein”[1441]. “Wilhelmus de Sleyda canonicus Coloniensis” sold property “Becher...in parochia de Bedebur prope Dickam” to Köln cathedral, with the consent of “Conradi domini de Sleyda et Theodorici de Sleyda fratrum meorum nec non Conradi domini de Dicka consanguinei mei militum”, by charter dated 1338[1442]. Konrad presumably died before the 26 Nov 1346 charter cited below under his son Johann [I]. m ---. The primary source which confirms the name of Konrad’s wife has not been identified. Konrad [IV] & his wife had children:

a) FRIEDRICH von Schleiden (-after 22 Sep 1333). "Wilhelmus dominus de Helpensteyn miles et Fredericus eius frater" sold “curtem...in villa...Slike...” to the archbishopric of Köln, naming “...Wilhelmum de Sleyda, Coloniensis ecclesie maioris...Fredericum primogenitum de Sleyda...” as fiduciaries, by charter dated 22 Sep 1333[1443].

b) JOHANN [I] von Schleiden (-after 31 Oct 1363). Herr von Schleiden. Karl IV King of Germany and Bohemia confirmed that “Joannes dominus de Schleida seinem Verwandten” held “castrum de Schleida” in fief from him as Comte de Luxembourg by charter dated 26 Nov 1346[1444].

- see below.

c) KONRAD von Schleiden . Provost of Köln St Gereon. "Conradus dominus de Dycka miles...necnon Ryckarde filie nostre" donated "jus patronatus ecclesia in Benebur prope Dickam" to Köln Cathedral, after consulting “dominis Johanne domino de Sleyde, Conrado preposito ecclesie s. Gereonis Coloniensis, eius fratre, Johanne de Hoenstrazen domino de Kucke, et Wilhelmo de Helpensteyn, nostris ex utroque parente consanguineis proximioribus et amicis”, by charter dated 7 Jan 1351 (N.S.?)[1445]. “Conrad Herr zu Dyck” promised dowry payments to “Johann Herrn zu Reifferscheid und dessen Frau Metza sowie deren ältestem Sohne, Ritter Heinrich von Reifferscheid”, naming as guarantors “seine Verwandten und Freunde Wilhelm von Schleiden, Dompropst, Conrad von Schleiden, Propst von St. Gereon zu Cöln, Johann, Herr von Schleiden, Gerhard, Burggraf zu Odenkirchen, beide Ritter...”, by charter dated 17 Mar 1357[1446].

2. WILHELM von Schleiden (-after 31 Oct 1363). Canon at Köln Cathedral. "Wilhelmus dominus de Helpensteyn miles et Fredericus eius frater" sold “curtem...in villa...Slike...” to the archbishopric of Köln, naming “...Wilhelmum de Sleyda, Coloniensis ecclesie maioris...Fredericum primogenitum de Sleyda...” as fiduciaries, by charter dated 22 Sep 1333[1447]. “Conradus Herr de Dicka und Ehefrau Rykarda” name “...Wilhelmus de Sleyda, Kanoniker am Dom, ferner die Edlen Theodericus de Sleyda, Herrn zu Junkeroyde...” as guarantors for their sale of property “zu Aldenhoven und des Patronatsrecht zu Roseiden“ to Köln St Georg by charter dated 5 Nov 1334[1448]. “Wilhelmus de Sleyda canonicus Coloniensis” sold property “Becher...in parochia de Bedebur prope Dickam” to Köln cathedral, with the consent of “Conradi domini de Sleyda et Theodorici de Sleyda fratrum meorum nec non Conradi domini de Dicka consanguinei mei militum”, by charter dated 1338[1449]. “Conrayt her zu der Dycka” sold “unsen hoyf dey beyszet zu Buysge [Busch] ghelegen is” to “heren Arnolten van Hoystaden und sim wifve vruwen Hillen”, with the consent of “unser erfven Kayden [Richardis] unser...doyghter”, by charter dated 1 Oct 1352, sealed by Konrad, Richardis, “heren Wilheylm van der Sleyden unsen ümen düymproyftz zü Collen...und juncher Wilheylm van Heylpensteyn...”[1450]. “Conrad Herr zu Dyck” promised dowry payments to “Johann Herrn zu Reifferscheid und dessen Frau Metza sowie deren ältestem Sohne, Ritter Heinrich von Reifferscheid”, naming as guarantors “seine Verwandten und Freunde Wilhelm von Schleiden, Dompropst, Conrad von Schleiden, Propst von St. Gereon zu Cöln, Johann, Herr von Schleiden, Gerhard, Burggraf zu Odenkirchen, beide Ritter...”, by charter dated 17 Mar 1357[1451]. “Conrad Herr zu Dyck” appointed “seinen Oheim Wilhelm von Schleiden, Dompropst zu Cöln, seinen Neffen Johann von Schleiden und Reinhard von Schönforst” as guardians of “seiner Kinder, die er etwa mit Adelheid gewinnen wird” by charter dated 31 Oct 1363[1452].

3. DIETRICH von Schleiden (-after 1338). “Guillaume seigneur de Cranendonc et Arnt seigneur de Steyne chevalier” declared the marriage contract between “Ermengarde de Cranendonc leur sœur et respectivement nièce” and “noble homme Thomas de Septfontaines”, and agreed the dowry to be paid in the year of the consommation of the marriage, guaranteed by “Conrad et Diederich von der Sleyden”, by charter dated 25 Mar 1323 (N.S.?)[1453]. Herr von Junkerath: “Conradus Herr de Dicka und Ehefrau Rykarda” name “...Wilhelmus de Sleyda, Kanoniker am Dom, ferner die Edlen Theodericus de Sleyda, Herrn zu Junkeroyde...” as guarantors for their sale of property “zu Aldenhoven und des Patronatsrecht zu Roseiden“ to Köln St Georg by charter dated 5 Nov 1334[1454]. “Wilhelmus de Sleyda canonicus Coloniensis” sold property “Becher...in parochia de Bedebur prope Dickam” to Köln cathedral, with the consent of “Conradi domini de Sleyda et Theodorici de Sleyda fratrum meorum nec non Conradi domini de Dicka consanguinei mei militum”, by charter dated 1338[1455].

- HERREN von JUNKERATH[1456].

4. [[ALEIDIS] von Schleiden . Fahne, in his genealogical table of the Schleiden family, names “Aleid (Sophia)” as daughter of “Friedrich III [von Schleiden]”, sister of “Conrad IV † 1345, Wilhelm, Propst zu Cöln” and wife of “Gerard von der Dyck” (no source cited)[1457]. She is not included by Europäische Stammtafeln in its Schleiden table[1458]. Wilhelm von Schleiden (see above) was named as “Oheim” of Konrad von Dyck as noted below. If the term was used in its strict sense, he was the brother of [Aleidis]. However, the chronology of the Dyck family is too uncertain to assess [Aleid]’s marriage date precisely. The earlier the date of her marriage, the less likely that she was the daughter of Friedrich Herr von Schleiden/Johanna van Valkenburg. If she belonged to the previous generation, her son Konrad [II] Herr von Dyck could have been named after Konrad [III] Herr von Schleiden. Fahne, in his genealogical table of the Dyck family, confuses matters by naming her “Sophia v. Schleiden”[1459], although in his corrections he says for “Sophia v. Schleiden” read “Aleid v. Schleiden 1285” (no source citation, but the date suggests the 20 Dec 1285 charter which names “Sophia”, Gerhard [II] von Dyck’s stepmother)[1460]. Her family origin and marriage are indicated by Konrad von Dyck’s charters dated 1 Oct 1352 (sealed by “heren Wilheylm van der Sleyden unsen ümen düymproyftz zü Collen...”) and 31 Oct 1363 (naming “seinen Oheim Wilhelm von Schleiden, Dompropst zu Cöln, seinen Neffen Johann von Schleiden...” among the guardians of his minor children) (follow her husband’s hyperlink for more details of these documents). No primary source has been found which confirms her name, but it should be noted that her son named his older daughter Aleidis. No indication has been found about her date of death, although her absence from charters, as well as the lack of indication that she had other children besides Konrad [II], suggests that she may have died young. m GERHARD [II] Herr von Dyck, son of GERHARD [I] Herr von Dyck & his first wife --- ([1275/78?]-[1326/6 Mar 1331?]).]

Two probable sisters. The primary source which confirms their parentage has not been identified. Fahne says that Johanna was the daughter of Konrad [IV] Herr von Schleiden[1461]. While the precise chronology of the Schleiden family is difficult to assess precisely, there seems to be some doubt about Fahne’s suggestion from a chronological point of view. Until more information emerges, it is preferable to show her parentage as unproven. Assuming that Agnes was Johanna’s sister (which looks likely as suggested below), a possible relationship with the Neuenahr family is indicated by Renn who records a 1364 charter in which Katharina von Neuenahr named “den Herrn Peter von Kronenburg ihren Schwager”[1462].

1. JOHANNA von Schleiden (-after 1357). Vannérus records her family origin and marriage, noting that the couple were named in 1357[1463]. “Scheiffart von Kronenburg, Ritter und Herr zu Berg, sowie Katharina seine Hausfrau” renounced their rights over Kronenburg and Neuenburg in favour of “ihrer Großneffen Friedrich und Peter von Kronenburg und deren Hausfrauen Johanna und Agnes” by charter dated 18 Dec 1357[1464]. m FRIEDRICH [III] von Dollendorf Herr von Kroneburg und Neuerburg, son of FRIEDRICH [II] von Dollendorf Herr von Kronenburg und Neuerburg & his wife Amiette de Heu (-[18 Dec 1357/27 Jul 1360]).

2. [AGNES von Schleiden (-before Apr 1364). Her family origin is confirmed by the 13 Apr 1364 Papal dispensation for Peter’s marriage with Mechtild van Schoonvorst which was needed because of the latter’s 3^o consanguinity with Peter’s “erste Frau Agnes von Schleiden, mit der er die Ehe durch das Ehegelöbnis geschlossen, aber nicht körperlich vollzogen hatte”[1465]. Her precise parentage in the Schleiden family has not been ascertained, but it seems likely that Agnes was the sister of Johanna von Schleiden who marred Friedrich [III] von Dollendorf, Peter’s older brother. Renn suggests her relationship with the Neuenahr family, noting a 1364 charter in which Katharina von Neuenahr named “den Herrn Peter von Kronenburg ihren Schwager”[1466]. Fahne names her “Agnes” without specifying her family origin[1467]. “Scheiffart von Kronenburg, Ritter und Herr zu Berg, sowie Katharina seine Hausfrau” renounced their rights over Kronenburg and Neuenburg in favour of “ihrer Großneffen Friedrich und Peter von Kronenburg und deren Hausfrauen Johanna und Agnes” by charter dated 18 Dec 1357[1468]. m (before 18 Dec 1357) as his first wife, PETER von Dollendorf, son of FRIEDRICH [II] von Dollendorf Herr von Kronenburg und Neuerburg & his wife Amiette de Heu (-[26 Nov 1413/27 Mar 1414]). He later succeeded his brother as Herr von Kronenburg und Neuerburg.]

JOHANN [I] von Schleiden, son of KONRAD [IV] Herr von Schleiden & his wife --- (-after 31 Oct 1363). Herr von Schleiden. Karl IV King of Germany and Bohemia confirmed that “Joannes dominus de Schleida seinem Verwandten” held “castrum de Schleida” in fief from him as Comte de Luxembourg by charter dated 26 Nov 1346[1469]. His precise family relationship with King Karl IV has not been ascertained. "Conradus dominus de Dycka miles..." donated "jus patronatus ecclesia in Benebur prope Dickam" to Köln Cathedral, after consulting “dominis Johanne domino de Sleyde, Conrado preposito ecclesie s. Gereonis Coloniensis, eius fratre, Johanne de Hoenstrazen domino de Kucke, et Wilhelmo de Helpensteyn, nostris ex utroque parente consanguineis proximioribus et amicis”, by charter dated 7 Jan 1351 (N.S.?)[1470]. “Conrad Herr zu Dyck” promised dowry payments to “Johann Herrn zu Reifferscheid und dessen Frau Metza sowie deren ältestem Sohne, Ritter Heinrich von Reifferscheid”, naming as guarantors “seine Verwandten und Freunde Wilhelm von Schleiden, Dompropst, Conrad von Schleiden, Propst von St. Gereon zu Cöln, Johann, Herr von Schleiden, Gerhard, Burggraf zu Odenkirchen, beide Ritter...”, by charter dated 17 Mar 1357[1471]. “Conrad Herr zu Dyck” appointed “seinen Oheim Wilhelm von Schleiden, Dompropst zu Cöln, seinen Neffen Johann von Schleiden und Reinhard von Schönforst” as guardians of “seiner Kinder, die er etwa mit Adelheid gewinnen wird” by charter dated 31 Oct 1363[1472].

m ---. The primary source which confirms the name of Johann’s wife has not been identified.

Johann [I] & his wife had children:

1. KONRAD [V] von Schleiden (-[1419/9 Jul 1421]). Herr von Schleiden. m (before 13 May 1381) IRMGARD van Horne, daughter of DIRK van Horne Seigneur de Perwez & his [first] wife Catharina Berthout (-1394). Europäische Stammtafeln records her parentage and marriage[1473]. The corresponding primary sources have not been identified. Konrad [V] & his wife had children:

a) JOHANN [II] von Schleiden (-before 25 May 1434). Herr von Schleiden. m (1421) as her second husband, ANNA von Blankenheim, widow of FRIEDRICH von Tomberg, daughter of GERHARD [IX] Graf von Blankenheim & his wife Elisabeth von Wied (-after 1447). Europäische Stammtafeln records her parentage and two marriages[1474]. The corresponding primary sources have not been identified. Johann [II] & his wife had two children:

i) IRMGARD von Schleiden (-before 25 Apr 1451). Frau von Schleiden. m (contract 12 Sep 1442) as his second wife, HEINRICH Graf von Nassau-Dillenburg, son of ENGELBERT I Graf von Nassau-Dillenburg & his wife Johanna van Polanen Heiress of Breda (7 Jan 1414-Italy 18 Jan 1451, bur San Quiica, Orcia).

ii) ELISABETH von Schleiden (-1469, before 7 Feb, bur Schleiden). Frau von Schleiden. m DIETRICH Graf von Manderscheid und Blankenheim, son of --- (-20 Feb 1498).

L. HERREN von WILDENBERG

The castle of Wildenberg was located east of Reifferscheid in the Eifelgau. Fahne indicates that the Wildenberg family descended from Philipp [I] von Reifferscheid, brother of Gerhard [I] von Reifferscheid, but does not cite the primary source which confirms that this information is correct[1475]. If the information is right, the chronology suggests that Philipp [I] von Wildenberg would have been the son of Philipp [I] von Reifferscheid. The proximity of the properties of the two families suggests a close family connection. In addition, Philipp [I] von Wildenberg refers to Heinrich [I] von Reifferscheidt as “consanguineus” in the charter dated 1254 quoted below, and the charter dated 1306 records that the two families held Hillesheim jointly.

1. PHILIPP [I] von Wildenberg (-[1272/21 Dec 1277]). Herr von Wildenberg. "Dominus Philippus de Wildenberch, Henricus de Duna…" subscribed the charter dated 19 Feb 1237 under which “Waleramus de Lymburch” granted “advocatiam...de Comze” to “nepos meus Willelmus comes Juliacensis”[1476]. The 2 Nov 1242 charter, which records the terms for the release of Konrad Archbishop of Köln by Wilhelm Graf von Jülich, names "C. dominum de Mulinarchin, Ph. dominum de Wildinberg, W. dominum de Saffinberg, Burgravium de Arberg, Johannem de Aldindorp, Har. dominum de Vreinze…" as guarantors[1477]. “Arnoldus de Bruneshorn” donated certain vines to Kloster Himmelrode, with the consent of “Irmengardi filia mea et Philippo de Wildenberg marito eius genero meo”, by charter dated Mar 1244, in the presence of “domino Alexandro de Dikka...”[1478]. "Lutharius dominus de Wickerode, Gerardus comes de Neuenare, Henricus de Arberg burgravius Coloniensis, Philippus dominus de Wildenberg..." witnessed the charter dated 27 Aug 1247 under which Konrad Archbishop of Köln confirmed donations made by Heinrich Graf von Sayn[1479]. "...Ph. de Wildenberg, Johannem et Heinricum de Rifircheit..." acted as fiduciaries under the charter dated Jan 1248 which records the settlement of a dispute between Konrad Archbishop of Köln and “virum nobilem Waleramum de Juliaco...”[1480]. “Philippus dominus de Wildenberg” donated property in Oberbachem to Steinfeld abbey at the request of “consanguinei mei Henrici domini de Reifferscheit” by charter dated 1254[1481]. "Jutta relicta domini Johanni quondam de Ryferscheit et...Fridericus et Henricus, Johannes et iterum Johannes fratres et pueri dictorum nobilium" sold property by charter dated 1258, witnessed by “...Ph. domini de Wildenberg”[1482]. "W. comes Juliacensis et Philippus senior dominus de Wildenberch" settled a dispute between “virum nobilem Conradum dominum de Sleyda” and Steinfeld abbey, relating to property donated by Konrad von Schleiden “pro se et uxore sua Elisa et domina Alheide matre sua”, by charter dated 24 Mar 1269, witnessed by “Philippi advocati de Kentenich, Gerardi domini de Lanscrona...Frederici domini de Wildenberch...”[1483]. A charter dated 1272 records that "vir...nobilis Philippus dominus de Wietenbergh" constructed "in Ardania...ecclesiam" [Kloster Engelspforten] in which he entered "tres filias suas"[1484]. m IRMGARD von Braunshorn, daughter of ARNOLD von Braunshorn & his wife --- (-after 21 Dec 1277). Her parentage and marriage are indicated by the charter dated Mar 1244 under which [her father] “Arnoldus de Bruneshorn” donated certain vines to Kloster Himmelrode, with the consent of “Irmengardi filia mea et Philippo de Wildenberg marito eius genero meo”[1485]. “Irmingardis domina de Wildinberg, Gerhardus filius noster et Johannes nepos noster...cum Ernesto nepote nostro” donated serfs to Kloster Ravengirsberg by charter dated 21 Dec 1277, sealed by “Johannes predictus in...sigillo G. patrui mei”[1486]. Philipp [I] & his wife had five children:

a) FRIEDRICH von Wildenberg (-after 24 Mar 1269). Fahne cites a charter dated 1269 which names “Philipp der Aeltere Herr zu W. und sein Sohn Friedrich in Wildenberger Scheffenweisthum” but does not provide the citation reference[1487]. "W. comes Juliacensis et Philippus senior dominus de Wildenberch" settled a dispute between “virum nobilem Conradum dominum de Sleyda” and Steinfeld abbey, relating to property donated by Konrad von Schleiden “pro se et uxore sua Elisa et domina Alheide matre sua”, by charter dated 24 Mar 1269, witnessed by “Philippi advocati de Kentenich, Gerardi domini de Lanscrona...Frederici domini de Wildenberch...”[1488]. m ---. The name of Friedrich’s wife is not known. Friedrich & his wife had two children:

i) JOHANN von Wildenberg (-[14 Feb 1307/1311]). “Irmingardis domina de Wildinberg, Gerhardus filius noster et Johannes nepos noster...cum Ernesto nepote nostro” donated serfs to Kloster Ravengirsberg by charter dated 21 Dec 1277, sealed by “Johannes predictus in...sigillo G. patrui mei”[1489]. Herr von Wildenberg. “Johannes dominus de Riferscheit et Johannes dominus de Wildenberch milites” placed “villam nostram et castrum de Hildeschem” as fief of Henri Comte de Luxembourg by charter dated 1306[1490]. “Johann Herre zu Wildenberg und Irmegard seine...Hausfrau” donated “Zehnten zu Rode” to Kloster Engelspforten by charter dated 14 Feb 1307[1491]. m as her first husband, IRMGARD, daughter of --- (-after 20 Apr 1335). “Johann Herre zu Wildenberg und Irmegard seine...Hausfrau” donated “Zehnten zu Rode” to Kloster Engelspforten by charter dated 14 Feb 1307[1492]. She married secondly (before 30 Jul 1312) Arnold von Blankenheim. Her second marriage is confirmed by the charter dated 30 Jul 1312 under which [her son] “Philippus dominus de Wyldenbergh” acknowledged the agreement with “Arnoldum de Blankenhem ac dominam Yrmengardam matrem mean eius uxorem”[1493]. She is named “Irmegarde der vrouwen van Blankenheim, de anghe is min Katherinen” in the 20 Apr 1335 charter of her granddaughter Katharina quoted below. Johann & his wife had children:

(a) PHILIPP [II] von Wildenberg (-[1328/29], bur Nideggen). Herr von Wildenberg. “Philippus dominus de Wyldenbergh” acknowledged the agreement with “Arnoldum de Blankenhem ac dominam Yrmengardam matrem mean eius uxorem” by charter dated 30 Jul 1312, sealed by “domini de Falkinberg”[1494]. m JOHANNA [von der Mark, daughter of EBERHARD [I] Graf von der Mark & his second wife ---] (-after 15 Apr 1358). Her parentage and marriage are indicated by Jacques de Hemricourt who records the marriage of [her daughter] “[la] filhe de saingnor de Wilhedenbergh quy astoit cuzine germaine al dit Evesque [Engelbert von der Mark Bishop of Liège] et al Conte delle Marche”[1495]. The chronology of her husband’s life suggests that Johanna, if she was the daughter of Eberhard [I] Graf von der Mark, must have been born from her father’s second marriage. She is named “vrouwen Johannen van Wildenberch, de moder is min Katharinen” in the 20 Apr 1335 charter of her daughter Katharina quoted below. “Jenette Frauwe zu Wildebnerg, wydewe wilne Philipps Herren zu Wildenberg” acknowledged Stift Trier’s rights over property “by Trys” by charter dated 15 Apr 1358[1496]. Philipp [II] & his wife had two children:

(1) ALIX von Wildenberg . “Philippe seigneur de Wildenburg et Jeanne sa femme” and “Richardus seigneur de Duna, maréchal de Luxembourg, et Lucarda sa femme” imposed a condition “au sujet du mariage projeté entre Aleide de Wildenberg et Henri, fils du sire Richardus” by charter dated 11 Nov 1315[1497]. Betrothed (contract 11 Nov 1315) to HEINRICH von Daun, son of RICHARD Herr von Daun Sénéchal de Luxembourg & his wife Lucie de Rodemack.

(2) KATHARINA von Wildenberg (-25 Apr 1368). Jacques de Hemricourt records that “[la] filhe de saingnor de Wilhedenbergh quy astoit cuzine germaine al dit Evesque” [indicating Engelbert von der Mark Bishop of Liège) married firstly “ly Sires d’Esloo” and secondly “mess. Renars Maxhere ly plus jovenes des enfans Monss. Rasses Doulpixhe...Sires de Schoenvorst et de Monjoye”[1498]. Her name and first marriage are confirmed by the charter dated 7 Oct 1361 under which [her son] “Oyst here van Elslo ridder” appointed “onsen...bruderen die onse...muder vrouwe Kathrine van Wildenbergh hebt van heren Reynere here van Scoenvorst” as his heirs in the towns and “heirlichkeit van Elslo, van Biecht, ende van Katsop” if he died without heirs[1499]. "Oyst here van Elslo ind Katherine unse elich wif" exchanged “unse lant van Wildenberch, Hillisheim ind Ambele, ind unse goid van Oessenning” with Wilhelm [V] Graf von Jülich, naming “Irmegarde der vrouwen van Blankenheim, de anghe is min Katherinen...vrouwen Johannen van Wildenberch, de moder is min Katharinen”, in exchange for “dat goid van Kessenich ind van Bycht”, in the same way as had been agreed by Wilhelm [so after 1328, when Wilhelm succeeded his father] with Heinrich Herr von Reifferscheid and his wife (“also as id unse here der greue van Gulche vurgenand gald widder heren Heinrige van Riferscheid heren van Beidbure ind sin elich wif””), by charter dated 20 Apr 1335[1500]. m firstly OYST [III] van Borne Heer van Elsloo, son of GOOSWIJN [III] van Borne Heer van Elsloo & his wife --- ([before 1306]-[1337]). m secondly as his first wife, REINOUD Mascherell Heer van Schoonvorst, son of RASO van Oulpixhe & his wife --- de Jardin (-Rhodes 27 Dec 1375).

ii) ERNST von Wildenberg (-after 21 Dec 1277). “Irmingardis domina de Wildinberg, Gerhardus filius noster et Johannes nepos noster...cum Ernesto nepote nostro” donated serfs to Kloster Ravengirsberg by charter dated 21 Dec 1277, sealed by “Johannes predictus in...sigillo G. patrui mei”[1501].

b) GERHARD [II] von Wildenberg (-after 23 Oct 1284). “Irmingardis domina de Wildinberg, Gerhardus filius noster et Johannes nepos noster...cum Ernesto nepote nostro” donated serfs to Kloster Ravengirsberg by charter dated 21 Dec 1277, sealed by “Johannes predictus in...sigillo G. patrui mei”[1502]. “Gerardus dominus de Wildenberg et Katarina uxor eius” donated property “in villa...Merle apud Mosellam” to Kloster Himmelrode by charter dated 23 Oct 1284[1503]. m KATHARINA, daughter of ---. “Gerardus dominus de Wildenberg et Katarina uxor eius” donated property “in villa...Merle apud Mosellam” to Kloster Himmelrode by charter dated 23 Oct 1284[1504].

c) three daughters . A charter dated 1272 records that "vir...nobilis Philippus dominus de Wietenbergh" constructed "in Ardania...ecclesiam" [Kloster Engelspforten] in which he entered "tres filias suas"[1505].

2. [GERHARD [I] von Wildenberg (-after 9 Jun 1272). The chronology of this family suggests that Gerhard [I] von Wildenberg was a different person from Gerhard [II] who is named above. If that is correct, Gerhard [I] was probably the brother of Philipp [I]. Herr von Wildenberg. "Gerhardus dominus de Wildinburg" acknowledged a loan from "Adolphus comes de Monte" by charter dated 10 Aug 1247[1506]. "Gerart herre van Wuldenberg, Aleid min wif unde Heinrich unse son” transferred “unseme hove ze Musbach unde ze Mertene” to “Mechtilden die wilen grevinne was ze Seyne” by charter dated Sep 1267[1507]. “Theodericus dominus de Lymburg super Leynam et Johannes eius primogenitus” settled a dispute with Engelbert [II] Archbishop of Köln concerning “castro Ysenbergensi et advocacia Assindensi...necnon pro comitatu et iudicio de Bucheim”, appointing as guarantors “Burgardus dominus de Brucke et Theodericus eius filius, Gerardus dominus de Wildenberg et Henricus eius filius...”, by charter dated 15 May 1272[1508]. “Gerhardus dominus de Wildenberg...” acted as guarantor for “domino Friderico de Riferscheyt et domina Anna uxore sua” relating to a sale to Kloster Marienstadt by charter dated 9 Jun 1272[1509].] m ALEID, daughter of ---. "Gerart herre van Wuldenberg, Aleid min wif unde Heinrich unse son” transferred “unseme hove ze Musbach unde ze Mertene” to “Mechtilden die wilen grevinne was ze Seyne” by charter dated Sep 1267[1510]. Gerhard [I] & his wife had one child:

a) HEINRICH von Wildenberg . "Gerart herre van Wuldenberg, Aleid min wif unde Heinrich unse son” transferred “unseme hove ze Musbach unde ze Mertene” to “Mechtilden die wilen grevinne was ze Seyne” by charter dated Sep 1267[1511]. “Theodericus dominus de Lymburg super Leynam et Johannes eius primogenitus” settled a dispute with Engelbert [II] Archbishop of Köln concerning “castro Ysenbergensi et advocacia Assindensi...necnon pro comitatu et iudicio de Bucheim”, appointing as guarantors “Burgardus dominus de Brucke et Theodericus eius filius, Gerardus dominus de Wildenberg et Henricus eius filius...”, by charter dated 15 May 1272[1512].

9. GERHARD von Wildenberg (-after Apr 1317). "Gerhardus de Wildenberch et Heytentrudis coniuges...item Katherina et Cunegundis sorores filie...dicte Heydentrudis" sold “vineam...inter...monasterium[de Aldenburch] et villam Dalheim” to Aldenburg by charter dated early Apr 1317[1513]. m as her second husband, HEIDENTRUD, widow of , daughter of ---. Her two marriages are indicated by the following document: "Gerhardus de Wildenberch et Heytentrudis coniuges...item Katherina et Cunegundis sorores filie...dicte Heydentrudis" sold “vineam...inter...monasterium[de Aldenburch] et villam Dalheim” to Aldenburg by charter dated early Apr 1317[1514].

M. FAMILY of ARNOLD [I] ARCHBISHOP of KÖLN

The family of Arnold [I] Archbishop of Köln has not been identified with certainty. The connections with the families of the Herren von Hengebach and the advocates of the church of Bonn (who have not been definitely identified) suggest its possible origin in the Bonn region.

Three brothers, parents not identified:

1. ARNOLD [I] (-3 Apr 1151). Archbishop of Köln 1137. The Annales Brunwilarenes record the death in 1137 of "Bruno archiepiscopus in Apulia in expeditione regia constitutus" and the succession of "Hugo", followed "eodem tempore" by the death of Hugo and the succession of "Arnoldus"[1515]. Arnold [I] Archbishop of Köln donated the church at Mühlgau, where "Alberti fratris nostri" was buried, to Köln St Severin by charter dated 1139[1516]. Arnold [I] Archbishop of Köln records that "Walterus de Hengebach consanguinitatis propinquitate nobis iunctus...nepotum nostrum" returned property donated to Köln St. Martin by charter dated 1147[1517]. Archbishop Arnold records that “Adalberto cognato meo Bunnensis ecclesie advocato” granted “turrim...in castro Drachenfels” to the archbishopric as a fief by charter dated 1149[1518]. The Memorienbuch of Köln St Severin records the death "III Non Apr" of "Arnoldus archiepiscopus"[1519].

2. ALBERT (-before 1139, bur Mühlgau). Arnold [I] Archbishop of Köln donated the church at Mühlgau, where "Alberti fratris nostri" was buried, to Köln St Severin by charter dated 1139[1520].

3. WEZELIN (-after 1142). “Arnoldus archiepiscopus, Wezelinus frater eiusdem episcopi...” witnessed the charter dated 1142 under which Wilhelm abbot of Köln St. Martin confirmed that “Wendichen civis Coloniensis” had donated property[1521].

Chapter 4. GRAFEN von HÜCKESWAGEN

The county of Hückeswagen was located north-east of the city of Köln in the area previously covered by Deutzgau/Tuzihgowe, whose counts are shown in LOWER LOTHARINGIA NOBILITY. Heinrich and his brother Franco sold their rights in Hückeswagen to the county of Berg 6 Jul 1260 (see below). After the sale, Franco moved his centre of activity to Moravia as will be seen below. Karl Reiner Illgen records the later history of Hückeswagen under the Berg family[1522].

Two siblings, connected with Hückeswagen according to the charter cited below, parents not identified (it is not known how these siblings might be related to the later Grafen von Hückeswagen shown below):

1. SUANHILD (-30 Jul [1085]). The testament of "Theophanu abbatissa", dated 1054, made various religious donations and names “…Suanehild…”[1523]. Abbess of Essen [1056/58]. German Wikipedia suggests that Suanhild succeeded Theophano, daughter of Pfalgraf Ezzo and his wife Mathilde of Germany (see the document LOTHARINGIA, KINGS, DUKES & PFALZGRÄFEN), as abbess[1524]. Emperor Heinrich IV confirmed that "Svanihildis…Asnidensis monasterii abbatissa" had donated "sua paterne hereditatis…predia…Gesseron, Vuedereke, Hukengesuuage…Nec non et precaria sua in Budenbomen…In Osteruelde predium…et in Birge…et in Thasbeke predium…" to Kloster Essen, with the consent of “fratre suo Burghardo et coniuge sua domna Vuilliberga, ceterisque coheredibus suis”, by charter dated May 1085[1525]. Illgen indicates that Suanhild was “Gräfin von Hückeswagen”[1526], which has not been verified. German Wikipedia cites the necrology of Essen which records Suanhild’s death “an einem 30. Juli”, adding that the year was “vermutlich 1085” noting that no sources have been found which name her after 1085[1527].

2. [BURKHARD (-after May 1085). The May 1085 charter cited above under Suanhild records the consent of “fratre suo Burghardo et coniuge sua domna Vuilliberga, ceterisque coheredibus suis”. The inclusion of Burghard’s wife suggests that “fratre” could have indicated “brother-in-law” and that Burkhard’s wife was Suanhild’s sister. This speculation has not been confirmed. m WILLIBERGA, daughter of --- (-after May 1085).]

1. FRIEDRICH (-after 1138). Graf von Hückeswagen. Arnold [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation of Götterswick to Kloster Camp made by "Thedericus de Ulfeta…et Diedela uxore eius" if they died childless by charter dated 1138 witnessed by "…Friderico comite de Hukensewagene…"[1528].

2. HEINRICH (-after 1202). Graf von Hückeswagen. "Engelbertus…comes de Monte" confirmed the pledge of property made by "domnus Henricus comes de Hukingiswage" by charter dated 1189[1529]. “...Heinricus et Theodericus filius eius de Hokenswagen...” witnessed the charter dated 1202 under which Adolf Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster Scheda[1530]. m ---. The name of Heinrich’s wife is not known. Heinrich & his wife had one child:

a) DIETRICH . “...Heinricus et Theodericus filius eius de Hokenswagen...” witnessed the charter dated 1202 under which Adolf Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster Scheda[1531].

3. ARNOLD (-after 14 Jul 1240). Graf von Hückeswagen. “...Arnoldus comes de Hokeneswage...” witnessed the charter dated 1208 (before 2 Nov) under which Bruno Archbishop of Köln freed Kloster Oelinghausen from its “advocatorum”[1532]. "Arnoldus dictus comes in Hukenswage et uxor mea Adela" received "patronatum et ecclesiam de Hanrode" from Kloster Gräfrath by charter dated 1209[1533]. Archbishop Engelbert confirmed that “der Edle Arnold von Hückeswagen (Hukinswage) mit seiner Frau Adala, seinen 5 Kindern Heinrich, Everard, Adala, Aleidis und Agnes sowie seinem künftigen Schwiegersohn Heinrich von Molsberg (Mollis-)” renounced rights “auf das von der Gräfin Alveradis von Molbach (Moil-) herrührende Eigengut zu Oberkassel (Kassele)” by charter dated 1218, witnessed by “…Henricus comes Seynensis, Adolfus comes de Marcha, Everardus de Arberg, Gerardus de Hurne, Iohannes filius comitis de Spanheim, Theodericus de Ysenburg…”[1534]. "Arnoldus comes de Hukenswagen..." witnessed the charter dated to [1218/25] under which Engelbert [I] Archbishop of Köln donated property to Altenberg abbey[1535]. Illgen records that Graf Arnold served Přemysl Otakar I King of Bohemia in Prague in 1228, the king enfeoffing him with lands in Moravia, and that Arnold continued to serve King Wenzel I after his succession in 1230 (no sources cited)[1536]. Wolny names “Arnold, comes de Hukehswage” as the first known recorded holder of the “Olmützer Fürst-Erzbischöfliche Herrschaft Hochwald”, a fief of the Bohemian crown, in Moravia and his mention as witness in charters dated between 1234 and 1237[1537]. "Arnoldus...comes de Hukeswage et Adela comitissa uxor eius" donated “possessionem nostram in villa...Ruendorp iuxta montem...Drachenvels” bought from “Gerlaco milite cognomento Ogir” to Steinfeld abbey, in the presence of and with the knowledge of “Francone filio nostro, Tiderico cognato nostro [not identified]”, by charter dated 14 Jul 1240[1538]. Illgen records that “nach Ansicht des mährischen Archivars Dr. Paul Ziegler” Graf Arnold had played a significant role in the development of “Nord-Ost-Mährens”[1539]. m ([before 1205?]) ADELA, daughter of --- ([1177 or before]-after 14 Jul 1240). "Arnoldus dictus comes in Hukenswage et uxor mea Adela" received "patronatum et ecclesiam de Hanrode" from Kloster Gräfrath by charter dated 1209[1540]. “…domina Adala de Huckinswage…” witnessed the 1217 charter under which “Otto von Kappenstein und seine Frau Kunigunde” made commitments to “dem Kloster St Agnes [zu Merten]”[1541]. Adela is named in the 1218 charter cited above under her husband: a family relationship, if any, between the Molbach and Hückeswagen families has not been found, although the inclusion of Adela in the document suggests that she may have been closely related to Alveradis von Molbach with whom she shared property interests, maybe they were sisters. If that is correct, she was Adela, daughter of Adalbert Graf von Molbach & his wife Adelheid von Vianden, in which case her birth date is estimated as shown above from the death of her supposed father 21 May 1277. "Arnoldus...comes de Hukeswage et Adela comitissa uxor eius" donated “possessionem nostram in villa...Ruendorp iuxta montem...Drachenvels” bought from “Gerlaco milite cognomento Ogir” to Steinfeld abbey, in the presence of and with the knowledge of “Francone filio nostro, Tiderico cognato nostro [not identified]”, by charter dated 14 Jul 1240[1542]. Arnold & his wife had [seven] children:

a) ADELA von Hückeswagen ([1206 or before?]-). She was named first among his parents’ daughters in the 1218 charter cited above, which also names her parents’ future son-in-law (“seinem künftigen Schwiegersohn Heinrich von Molsberg (Mollis-)”). Presumably he would have been betrothed to their oldest daughter. If that is correct, it is unlikely that Adela was born much later than [1206]. [Betrothed (before 1218) to HEINRICH vin Molsberg, son of ---. Europäische Stammtafeln shows Heinrich as the possible son of Heinrich von Molsberg (named 1174/1190), his marriage to “N. von Hückeswagen 1218”, and the couple’s two children “Arnold 1253, Franko 1253, 1325†”[1543]. This information has not been verified.]

b) HEINRICH von Hückeswagen (-after Aug 1260). Heinrich was named first among his parents’ five children in the 1218 charter cited above. "Henricus et Franko fratres de Hukenswage…nos…Franko pro nobis uxore et liberis nostre" renounced rights in "predio de Hukinswage" in favour of "dominam Margaretam comitissam de Monte" by charter dated 6 Jul 1260[1544]. Canon at Köln St Gereon. "Henricus canonicus ecclesie sancti Gereonis Coloniensis et Franko fratres filii bone memorie Arnoldi comitis de Hukenswage" confirmed receipt of money from "domine comitisse de Monte" by charter dated Aug 1260[1545].

c) EBERHARD von Hückeswagen (-[before 14 Jul 1240?], before 6 Jul 1260). Eberhard was named second among his parents’ five children in the 1218 charter cited above. He was not named in the 14 Jul 1240 and 6 Jul 1260 charters cited below under his brother Franco. His omission from the earlier charter could be explained by a temporary absence, especially as their brother Heinrich is not named in that document either, but his absence from the later document (which names both Heinrich and Franco) suggests that Eberhard was deceased at the time. See below for discussion about whether Eberhard was the husband of Jutta, and father of her six daughters.

d) ALEIDIS von Hückeswagen . She was named second among his parents’ daughters in the 1218 charter cited above.

e) AGNES von Hückeswagen . She was named third among his parents’ daughters in the 1218 charter cited above.

f) FRANCO ([1215/19?]-after 1277). Franco was not named in his father’s 1218 charter cited above, suggesting that he was still a child at the time or not yet born. "Arnoldus...comes de Hukeswage et Adela comitissa uxor eius" donated “possessionem nostram in villa...Ruendorp iuxta montem...Drachenvels” bought from “Gerlaco milite cognomento Ogir” to Steinfeld abbey, in the presence of and with the knowledge of “Francone filio nostro, Tiderico cognato nostro [not identified]”, by charter dated 14 Jul 1240[1546]. "Henricus et Franko fratres de Hukenswage…nos…Franko pro nobis uxore et liberis nostre" renounced rights in "predio de Hukinswage" in favour of "dominam Margaretam comitissam de Monte" by charter dated 6 Jul 1260[1547]. "Henricus canonicus ecclesie sancti Gereonis Coloniensis et Franko fratres filii bone memorie Arnoldi comitis de Hukenswage" confirmed receipt of money from "domine comitisse de Monte" by charter dated Aug 1260[1548]. Wolny records that “Graf. Frank v. Hochwald (Hukesvagh)…comes de Vriburg (Freiberg)” funded “die villam forensem (Städtchen) Friderberch” in Moravia with Bruno Prince-Bishop of Olmütz[1549]. Illgen records that Franco was “nach 1277…nicht mehr bekannt” (no source cited)[1550]. m TROYZLAWA, daughter of --- (-before 2 Jul 1302). “Bludo et Heinricus fratres comites de Vriburch”, honouring the memory of “dominus Franco genitor noster comes quondam de Vriburch…cum coniuge sua felice memorie genitrice nostra…Troyzlawa”, donated “quasdam siluas circa…oppidum adiacentes Vriburch” to “monasterio de Welegrad” by charter dated 2 Jul 1302[1551]. No indication has been found when Troylawa died. Franco & his wife had children (referred to but not named in the 6 Jul 1260 charter cited above):

i) BLUDO von Vriburg (-after 2 Jul 1302). “Bludo et Heinricus fratres, comites de Vriburch” recorded that “dominus Franco, genitor noster, comes quondam de Vriburch” had granted “iuspatronatus ecclesie in Vriburch” to “monasterio de Welgrat”, and restored the monastery’s rights, by charter dated 1292[1552]. “Bludo et Heinricus fratres comites de Vriburch”, honouring the memory of “dominus Franco genitor noster comes quondam de Vriburch…cum coniuge sua felice memorie genitrice nostra…Troyzlawa”, donated “quasdam siluas circa…oppidum adiacentes Vriburch” to “monasterio de Welegrad” by charter dated 2 Jul 1302[1553]. Illgen records that Franco’s sons “Heinrich und Bludo” were named “1307 zum letzten Male” (no source cited, maybe the date is an error for 1302)[1554].

ii) HEINRICH von Vriburg (-after 2 Jul 1302). He is named with his brother in the 1292 and 2 Jul 1302 charters cited above under Bludo. Illgen records that Franco’s sons “Heinrich und Bludo” were named “1307 zum letzten Male” (no source cited, maybe the date is an error for 1302)[1555].

g) [--- von Hückeswagen (-before Aug 1259). The primary source which confirms the name of Jutta’s husband has not been found. Illgen says that he was Eberhard, son of Graf Arnold, who is named above (no source cited)[1556], which assumes that he was living 14 Jul 1240 (see above). Other possibilities include a member of a younger branch of the Hückeswagen family, maybe Dietrich who is named below (assuming that he was a Hückeswagen), or an otherwise unrecorded younger son of Arnold. Until more definite information comes to light, for placement purposes only, Jutta’s husband is shown as Arnold’s possible youngest son but that is not a definite pronouncement.] m JUTTA, daughter of --- (-after Aug 1259). "Jutta nobilis matrona de Hukinswage et...Beatrix, Sophia, Adela, Methildis, Elizabeth et Caterina filie eiusdem matrone" relinquished claims to “patronatus ecclesie in Hanrode” in favour of Kloster Gräfrath, by charter dated Aug 1259[1557]. --- & his wife had six children:

i) BEATRIX von Hückeswagen . "Jutta nobilis matrona de Hukinswage et...Beatrix, Sophia, Adela, Methildis, Elizabeth et Caterina filie eiusdem matrone" relinquished claims to “patronatus ecclesie in Hanrode” in favour of Kloster Gräfrath, by charter dated Aug 1259[1558].

ii) SOPHIE von Hückeswagen ([1240/45?]-after Aug 1277). "Jutta nobilis matrona de Hukinswage et...Beatrix, Sophia, Adela, Methildis, Elizabeth et Caterina filie eiusdem matrone" relinquished claims to “patronatus ecclesie in Hanrode” in favour of Kloster Gräfrath, by charter dated Aug 1259[1559]. The wife of Wilhelm [IV] is named Sophie von Hückeswagen in the Aug 1277 charter cited below. It is assumed that she was the same person as Jutta’s daughter, but this assumption has not been confirmed. If she was, the couple probably married after Aug 1259, as the charter cited above suggests that Jutta’s daughters were all unmarried at the time as no husbands were named. This suggestion is also compatible with the proposed reconstruction of the Frenz family (follow her husband’s hyperlink). "Wilhelmus de Vrenze, filius quondam domini Wilhelmi de Vrenze et Sophie uxoris sue de Hukenswage" relinquished certain revenue from the city of Köln received by "progenitores nostri domini castri de Vrenze", with the advice of “domini Wirici de Vrenze patrui nostri et domine Sophie matris nostre”, and was enfeoffed with “curtem nostram Stolburg sitam in villa Vrenze”, by charter dated Aug 1277, sealed by “domini Wirici patrui nostri et domine Sophie matris nostre predictorum”[1560]. m ([1259, after Aug?]) as his second wife, WILHELM [IV] Herr von Frenz, son of --- ([1220?]-[1269, after 7 May]). Follow the hyperlink to the father of Wilhelm Herr von Frenz for discussion about whether Sophie von Hückeswagen was Wilhelm [VII]’s mother, which if correct would mean that she married secondly (before 20 Nov 1282) as his second wife, Gerhard [I] Herr von Dyck. If that second marriage is correct, Sophie would probably have died [late 1301/early 1302?], but her identity as Wilhelm [VII]’s mother is only one of the possibilities.

iii) ADELA von Hückeswagen . "Jutta nobilis matrona de Hukinswage et...Beatrix, Sophia, Adela, Methildis, Elizabeth et Caterina filie eiusdem matrone" relinquished claims to “patronatus ecclesie in Hanrode” in favour of Kloster Gräfrath, by charter dated Aug 1259[1561].

iv) MECHTILD von Hückeswagen . "Jutta nobilis matrona de Hukinswage et...Beatrix, Sophia, Adela, Methildis, Elizabeth et Caterina filie eiusdem matrone" relinquished claims to “patronatus ecclesie in Hanrode” in favour of Kloster Gräfrath, by charter dated Aug 1259[1562].

v) ELISABETH von Hückeswagen . "Jutta nobilis matrona de Hukinswage et...Beatrix, Sophia, Adela, Methildis, Elizabeth et Caterina filie eiusdem matrone" relinquished claims to “patronatus ecclesie in Hanrode” in favour of Kloster Gräfrath, by charter dated Aug 1259[1563].

vi) KATHARINA von Hückeswagen . "Jutta nobilis matrona de Hukinswage et...Beatrix, Sophia, Adela, Methildis, Elizabeth et Caterina filie eiusdem matrone" relinquished claims to “patronatus ecclesie in Hanrode” in favour of Kloster Gräfrath, by charter dated Aug 1259[1564].

1. DIETRICH [von Hückeswagen] (-after 14 Jul 1240). "Arnoldus...comes de Hukeswage et Adela comitissa uxor eius" donated “possessionem nostram in villa...Ruendorp iuxta montem...Drachenvels” bought from “Gerlaco milite cognomento Ogir” to Steinfeld abbey, in the presence of and with the knowledge of “Francone filio nostro, Tiderico cognato nostro”, by charter dated 14 Jul 1240[1565]. “…Tiderico cognato nostro” has not otherwise been identified. Nor has it been confirmed that he was born “von Hückeswagen”, If he was, he may have been connected with Dietrich, son of Heinrich Graf von Hückeswagen, who is named above.

Chapter 5. GRAFEN von JÜLICH

The Jülichgau was one of the five so-called “Ripuarian” (“provincia Ripuariorum”) counties situated south and west of the city of Köln and north of Trier, in the southern part of the region loosely termed Lower Rhine. It was north of the Zülpichgau and Eifelgau. The division of Lotharingian territories agreed 8 Aug 870 between Ludwig II "der Deutsche" King of the East Franks and his half-brother Charles II "le Chauve" King of the West Franks allocated "…in Ribuarias comitatus quinque…" to King Ludwig[1566]. Vanderkindere identifies these five counties as Jülich, Zulpich, Eifel, Bonn and Köln[1567]. The county of Jülich developed in this area west of the river Rhine and the territories of the archbishopric of Köln, with the duchy of Limburg to the west.

A. ORIGINS, GRAFEN von JÜLICH

A charter dated 846, which concerns property in Jülich, names Matfried [II], identified elsewhere as Graf von Eifel. It is not certain from the wording of the document that that Matfried was also Graf von Jülich.

Two brothers:

1. GOTTFRIED (-after 25 Dec 962). Otto I King of Germany granted the church at Düren "in comitatu Sunderscas ubi Godefridus comes preesse" to Aachen by charter dated 25 Nov 941[1568]. Graf von Jülich. Wicfried Archbishop of Köln donated property “in pago Juliacense in comitatu Godefridi comitis in castello…Julicha…in pago…Bunnensi in comitatu Eremfridi comitis…in villa Brunheim…in comitatu…Udonis comitis in villa Reinsa” to the Ursulastift by charter dated 2 Aug 945, signed by “fratris eius Godefridi comitis…”[1569]. Bruno Archbishop of Köln donated property "in pago Gilegoui in comitatu Gotfridi comitis in villa vel marka Stumbele" to Kloster Altenmünster by charter dated 25 Dec 962[1570].

2. WICFRIED (-953). Archbishop of Köln. Wicfried Archbishop of Köln donated property “in pago Juliacense in comitatu Godefridi comitis in castello…Julicha…in pago…Bunnensi in comitatu Eremfridi comitis…in villa Brunheim…in comitatu…Udonis comitis in villa Reinsa” to the Ursulastift by charter dated 2 Aug 945, signed by “fratris eius Godefridi comitis…”[1571].

1. HERMANN (-after 11 Jul 1019). Emperor Otto II confirmed customs privileges of Kloster Gerresheim "in comitatu…Herimanni comitis" by charter dated 12 Apr 976[1572]. Heribert Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster Deutz by charter dated 16 Feb 1003 witnessed by "Franconis, Rutberti, Gerhardi, Hermanni, Christiani, Adolfi, Tymonis, Wezelini"[1573]. Emperor Heinrich II confirmed the customs privileges of Kloster Gerresheim "in comitatu…Herimanni comitis" by charter dated 11 Jul 1019[1574].

2. GERHARD [I] (-after Jun 1029). Graf von Jülich. Heribert Archbishop of Köln donated property in Udendorp to Kloster Deutz by charter dated 24 Feb 1008 witnessed by "Christiani comitis, Gerhardi defensoris Tuiciensis ecclesiæ, fratris eius Adolfi, Gerhardi Juliensis, Bilisonis comitis"[1575]. Heribert Archbishop of Köln confirmed previous donations to Kloster Deutz by charter dated 3 May 1019, witnessed by "…Cristiani comitis, Herimanni defensoris eiusdem Tuitensis ecclesie, Adolfi fratris eius, Gerhardi defensoris domus, Gerhardi Iuliensis, Bilisonis comitis"[1576]. Heribert Archbishop of Köln confirmed donations to Kloster St Martin by charter dated 1021, witnessed by "…Herimannus domus advocatus, Adolfus frater eius, Gerhardus comes…"[1577]. Emperor Konrad II donated property "Cornizich Wil et Altenhof in pago Iulichgouui in comitatibus Gerhardi et Gisilberti" to Kloster Burtscheid by charter dated Jun 1029[1578].

3. GISELBERT (-after Jun 1029). Graf von Jülich. Emperor Konrad II donated property "Cornizich Wil et Altenhof in pago Iulichgouui in comitatibus Gerhardi et Gisilberti" to Kloster Burtscheid by charter dated Jun 1029[1579]. The contiguity of their names suggests that Gerhard and Giselbert were closely related, maybe brothers, and shared the county between themselves but no family relationship is specified in the Jun 1029 charter.

4. GERHARD [II] (-after 1070). "Heinricus…rex" confirmed an exchange of property between Udo Bishop of Toul and the abbot of Kornelimünster by charter dated 15 Apr 1064 witnessed by "…comes Gerardus, item comes Gerardus…"[1580]. "Arnoldi comitis, Gerhardi comitis, Adolfi comitis…" signed the charter dated 23 May 1072 under which Anno Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster St Martin, Köln[1581]. "Arnoldi comitis, Gerhardi comitis, Adolfi comitis…" signed the charter dated 18 Aug 1075 under which Anno Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster St Martin, Köln[1582]. Sigewin Archbishop of Köln confirmed donations to Kloster Rees, where her parents were buried, made by "Irmengarda…comitissa" by charter dated to [1079/89], witnessed by "…Adelbrat comes, Adolph de Monte, Gerhart de Gulecho, De Saphenberch Adelbrecht, Hesse comes…"[1583]. Graf von Jülich. [Sigewin Archbishop of Köln donated "parochiam...Emba...decimis" to Köln St. Pantaleon by charter dated 1081, witnessed by "Gerardus comes de Guliche..."[1584]. It is not known whether the witness to this charter was Gerhard [II] or Gerhard [III].]

Two brothers:

1. GERHARD [III] (-after 1127). Graf von Jülich. [Sigewin Archbishop of Köln donated "parochiam...Emba...decimis" to Köln St. Pantaleon by charter dated 1081, witnessed by "Gerardus comes de Guliche..."[1585]. It is not known whether the witness to this charter was Gerhard [II] or Gerhard [III].] "Gerardus de Gelre, Arnoldus comes de Berge, Waleramus comes de Lemburg, Gerardus comes de Iuliaco…" signed the charter dated 1085 under which Friedrich Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster St Martin, Köln[1586]. Hermann [III] Archbishop of Köln donated revenue to Köln St Cecilia by charter dated 1094, witnessed by "…Adelbreht comes de Safenberg, Gerhart comes de Guliche, Adelbreht comes de Noruenig, Gerhart de Hostathen, Ethelger de Heingebach, Megenhere de Randenrothe…"[1587]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation of property "in Horenchusen…[et] in Dorwilere" made to Köln St Maria by "Meginherus de Randenrode cum neque uxorem neque filium haberet", in the presence of "fratre suo Hartberno", by charter dated 13 Apr 1104 witnessed by "Gerhart de Gelleron comes, Gerhart comes de Iulicho et frater eius Gerlach, Gerhart de Hochstaden, Dieterich de Mere, Heriman de Zulpico…"[1588]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln arranged the Vogtei of Kloster Gerresheim by charter dated 9 Jan 1106, witnessed by "Herimannus comes de Udenkirchen, frater eius Arnoldus, Gerhardus comes de Iulico…"[1589]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln donated serfs to Köln St Severin, with the consent of "Francone urbis nostre prefecto", by charter dated 1109, witnessed by "Gerhardo comite de Gelre, Adelberto de Safenberg, Adelberto de Nervennich, Herimanno de Udenkircha, Gerhardo de Julicho, Gerhardo de Hoinstathe, Gerlacho de Isenburch et fratre sui Regenbaldo, Harperno de Randenrothe…"[1590]. "Liberi: Tiedrich comes de Ara, Gerart de Guileche, Gerart de Blanchinheim, Gerard de Hohstade, Adolf comes de Saphinberk, Adolf de Berge, Engelbreit de Kente..." witnessed the charter dated 1115 under which Friedrich Archbishop of Köln confirmed revenue and tolls to Münstereisel[1591]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed a donation to Köln St Cunibert by charter dated 17 Mar 1116 witnessed by "Gerard comes de Guleche, Herimannus comes et frater eius Arnoldus, Almerus advocatus…"[1592]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed donations to Kloster Siegburg by charter dated 29 Mar 1117 witnessed by "Comes Fridericus de Arnesburg, Comes Adolfus de Monte, Comes Adolfus de Saphfenberg, Comes Gerhardus de Iuliaco, Theodericus de Gladebach et Edelgerus frater eius…"[1593]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln issued a charter dated 1117 relating to Kloster St Pantaleon witnessed by "Rembold de Isenburch et Gerlach frater eius, Gerardus comes de Iulicho, Almerus advocatus"[1594]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the dismissal of "comes Gerhardus et frater eius Heinricus" from the Vogteischaft of Kloster Siegburg by charter dated 5 Apr 1118 witnessed by "Comes Gerhardus et frater eius Heinricus, Comes Adolfus de Monte, Comes Adolfus de Saphenberg, Comes Gerhardus de Iuliaco, Gerhardus iunior filius Gerhardi, Gerhardus de Caesle, Arnulfus de Odenkirche"[1595]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln donated revenue to Köln St Cunibert by charter dated 11 Feb 1124 witnessed by "Gerhart de Gulecho, Gerhart de Hostathe, Godefrit de Mere, Hereman de Heingebach, Thederihc de Gladebach, Heriman advocatus urbis…"[1596]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln donated Kloster Rolandswerth on an island in the river Rhine to Kloster Siegburg by charter dated 1 Aug 1126 witnessed by "Tiedericus comes de Are, Adolfus comes de Berge, Adolfus comes de Safenberg, Arnoldus comes de Cleue, Cunradus comes de Bunna, Gerardus comes de Iuleche et filius eius Gerardus, Gerardus comes de Hostade…"[1597]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed a donation of property at Bornheim to Köln St Cunibert by charter dated 1127 witnessed by "Gerardus comes de Guleche et filius eius Gerardus, Adolfus comes de Berge, Adolfus comes de Safenberge, Heinricus et Retherus de Dieke, Adelbreht et Nizo frater eius, Theodericus de Gladbach…"[1598]. m ---. The name of Gerhard’s wife is not known. Gerhard [III] & his wife had [three] children:

a) GERHARD [IV] (-after 2 May 1131). Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the dismissal of "comes Gerhardus et frater eius Heinricus" from the Vogteischaft of Kloster Siegburg by charter dated 5 Apr 1118 witnessed by "Comes Gerhardus et frater eius Heinricus, Comes Adolfus de Monte, Comes Adolfus de Saphenberg, Comes Gerhardus de Iuliaco, Gerhardus iunior filius Gerhardi, Gerhardus de Caesle, Arnulfus de Odenkirche"[1599]. Graf von Jülich.

- see below.

b) ALEXANDER (-6 Jul 1136, bur Saint-Gille near Liège). The primary source which confirms his parentage has not yet been identified. Bishop of Liège 1128. Anselm of Gembloux’s continuation of Sigebert's Chronica records the death in 1128 of "domnus Adelbero episcopus Leodicensium” and the succession of “domnus Alexander archidiaconus ex clero sancti Lamberti” as bishop of Liège[1600]. Anselm of Gembloux’s continuation of Sigebert's Chronica records a battle "apud Duratium” [Duras] between “Alexandrum Leodicensem episcopum et Godefridum Lovaniensem comitem”[1601]. The Continuatio Gemblacensis of Sigebert's Chronica records the death in 1136 of "domnus Alexander Leodicensium episcopus” and the succession of “domnus Adelbero ex clero Mettensi” as bishop[1602]. The Aegidii Aurævallensis Gesta Episcoporum Leodiensium records the death “pridie Non Jul” 1135 of Bishop Alexander and his burial “in ecclesia sancti Egidii in Publico Monte”[1603]. [The necrology of Brogne records the death "VII Id Mar" of "domnus Alexander episcopus"[1604]. This date is inconsistent with the dates of death recorded in Aegidius’s Gesta for both Bishops Alexander [I] and Alexander [II]. It is not certain to whom the entry relates.]

c) [SOPHIE (-after [1140/1145]). “Theodericus comes Hollandie” confirmed the donation of “quendam locum qui Nova Bethlehem vel Ostbruch est nuncupatus” made by “quidam nobiles Fastradus cognomento Scerebart [...propinquus noster] et uxor eius Sophia filia...comitis de Guleke” to St. Laurens Abbey, Oostbroek by charter dated [6 Jan-23 May] 1125[1605]. The chronology suggests that Sophie was the daughter of Graf Gerhard [III], although this is not specified in the document. “Fastradus cognomento Scerebart et uxor (eius) Sophia---in melius vitam commutantes” donated property “a Markemunde usque Ouerste Ouermere, ab Ouerste Ouermere usque Halreberge, de Halreberge usque Thurlichteruene” to St. Laurens Abbey, Oostbroek by charter dated to [1 Aug 1140/23 Mar 1145][1606]. m (before [23 May] 1125) FASTRAD [Vastraad] “Scherebaard” [van Uitwijk], son of --- (-after [1140/1145]).]

2. GERLACH (-after 13 Apr 1104). Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation of property "in Horenchusen…[et] in Dorwilere" made to Köln St Maria by "Meginherus de Randenrode cum neque uxorem neque filium haberet", in the presence of "fratre suo Hartberno", by charter dated 13 Apr 1104 witnessed by "Gerhart de Gelleron comes, Gerhart comes de Iulicho et frater eius Gerlach, Gerhart de Hochstaden, Dieterich de Mere, Heriman de Zulpico…"[1607].

GERHARD [IV] von Jülich, son of GERHARD [III] Graf von Jülich & his wife --- (-after 2 May 1131). Graf von Jülich. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the dismissal of "comes Gerhardus et frater eius Heinricus" from the Vogteischaft of Kloster Siegburg by charter dated 5 Apr 1118 witnessed by "Comes Gerhardus et frater eius Heinricus, Comes Adolfus de Monte, Comes Adolfus de Saphenberg, Comes Gerhardus de Iuliaco, Gerhardus iunior filius Gerhardi, Gerhardus de Caesle, Arnulfus de Odenkirche"[1608]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln donated Kloster Rolandswerth on an island in the river Rhine to Kloster Siegburg by charter dated 1 Aug 1126 witnessed by "Tiedericus comes de Are, Adolfus comes de Berge, Adolfus comes de Safenberg, Arnoldus comes de Cleue, Cunradus comes de Bunna, Gerardus comes de Iuleche et filius eius Gerardus, Gerardus comes de Hostade…"[1609]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed a donation of property at Bornheim to Köln St Cunibert by charter dated 1127 witnessed by "Gerardus comes de Guleche et filius eius Gerardus…"[1610]. Lothar King of Germany donated property to Köln St Cunibert by charter dated 10 Feb 1129 witnessed by "…Comites: Gerhardus de Gellere, Arnoldus de Thonoburg, Gerhardus de Iulicho, Herimannus de Caluala, Henricus de Kessile, Adolphus de Berge, Adolphus de Saphinberg, Liberi: Gerhardus de Hostadin, Gerhardus de Heimesberg, Ludowicus de Quinheim, Gerhardus de Mulinarco, Gerhardus de Randirode…"[1611]. Lothar King of Germany confirmed the donation to Kloster Siegburg made by "Alverada de Cuck cum suis liberis" by charter dated 2 May 1131 witnessed by "…Comes Gerhardus de Iuliaco, Comes Adolfus de Saffenberch, Gerhardus Hostath, Godefridus et frater eius Herimannus de Chuh, Gerhardus de Mulenarca…"[1612]. Bruno [II] Archbishop of Köln settled the dispute between Bonn St Cassius and Kloster Siegburg concerning the churches of Hennes and Ober-Pleis by charter dated 1132 witnessed by "Alverada de Cuck cum suis liberis" by charter dated 2 May 1131 witnessed by "…Adolfus comes de Monte, Adolfus comes de Saffenberg, Lutherus comes de Are, Gerhardus comes de Iuliaco, Gerhardus de Hostade, Gozwinus comes de Ualkenburg, Cunradus comes de Bunne, Gerhardus de Mulenarke, Gerlach et fratres eius Adelgerus et Theodericus de Gladebach, Herimannus de Rudenberg…"[1613].

m ---. The name of Gerhard’s wife is not known. As noted below, if Graf Gerhard [IV] had two sons named Gerhard, it is possible that they were born from different marriages.

Gerhard [IV] & his wife had [one child]:

1. [GERHARD [V] (-[5 Mar 1143/4 Feb 1144]). The references in the charters quoted in this paragraph to “Gerardus puer” and “Gerardi iunioris” are best explained if Gerhard [IV] was succeeded by his son, a minor, who died soon afterwards and was succeeded by his brother Wilhelm (who is named as count in a charter dated 4 Feb 1144). One difficulty is that Graf Wilhelm is recorded in 1166 with a younger brother called Gerhard. If Graf Gerhard [IV] had two sons named Gerhard, it is possible that they were born from different marriages. Graf von Jülich. Konrad III King of Germany dismissed claims by "comes Adelbertus de Noruenich" to property "in silva…Osninch" claimed from Kloster Brauweiler by charter dated 14 Sep 1141, witnessed by "…comes Arnoldus de Cleuia, comes Adolfus de Monte, comes Heinricus de Gelra, comes Adolfus de Saphenberch, Gerardus puer comes de Iuliaco, Godefridus de Arnesberch, Herimannus de Cuich…"[1614]. Arnold [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed property of Köln St Cunibert by charter dated 5 Mar 1143 witnessed by "Rupertus de Luriburg, Heinricus comes urbanus, Gerhardus comes de Iuliaco, Walterus comes de Kesle, Walterus de Rodenburg, Walterus de Hengebach…"[1615]. Friedrich I King of Germany granted "advocatiam de villa Worunch", held “ab omni herede libera post decessum comitis Iuliacensis Gerhardi iunioris” by the late Arnold [I] Archbishop of Köln, to Archbishop Arnold [II] by charter dated 14 Jun 1153[1616].]

Two brothers:

1. WILHELM [I] (-after 1176). The primary source which confirms Wilhelm’s parentage has not been identified. There are two possibilities. Firstly, he could have been the younger brother of Gerhard [V]. Secondly, he could have been a younger brother of Graf Gerhard [IV] and paternal uncle of Gerhard [V] (or even a more remote relative). The first alternative is the more obvious answer. However, Graf Wilhelm is named first in the witness list of the charter dated 4 Feb 1144 quoted below, which implies a certain degree of seniority. As Gerhard [V] was named “puer” only three years earlier, it is possible that his younger brother would still have been a minor in 1144 or at least junior in age. If that is correct, Wilhelm [I] being Gerhard [V]’s uncle (or more distant relative) is more consistent with his position in the 1144 witness list. Graf von Jülich. Arnold [I] Archbishop of Köln issued a decision relating to Kloster Laach by charter dated 4 Feb 1144, witnessed by "comes Wilhelmus de Guliche..."[1617]. Arnold [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the return of property by "Walterus de Hengebach consanguinitatis propinquitate nobis" to Kloster St Martin, Köln by charter dated 1147, witnessed by "…Vuillihelmus comes de Guleche…"[1618]. Reinald Archbishop of Köln issued a charter dated 22 Feb 1166 relating to the division of their inheritance between "domna Elisabeth de Randenrothe…[et] sororem eius comitissam de Mere domnam…Hildegundem", with the consent of "filiorum ac filiarum domne Elisabeth", witnessed by "Willelmus comes Iuliacensis et frater eius Gerardus…"[1619]. "Comes Wilhelmus de Juliaco et Wilhelmus filius eius…" signed a charter dated 1172 under which Philipp Archbishop of Köln granted property rights to Kloster St Ursula, Köln[1620]. Philipp Archbishop of Köln donated property "in Helethen, alteram in Elueruelde comiti Ingelberto de Monte" by charter dated 1176, witnessed by "Albertus comes de Mulbach, Willelmus senior comes de Iuliaco, Willelmus filius eius, Ulricus comes de Nurberg et Gerardus filius eius, Henricus comes de Saphuenberg, Theodericus de Hostahen, Henricus comes de Arnesberg…"[1621]. m ---. The name of Wilhelm’s wife is not known. Wilhelm [I] & his wife had three children:

a) WILHELM [II] "der Grosse" (-1207). "Comes Wilhelmus de Juliaco et Wilhelmus filius eius…" signed a charter dated 1172 under which Philipp Archbishop of Köln granted property rights to Kloster St Ursula, Köln[1622]. Philipp Archbishop of Köln donated property "in Helethen, alteram in Elueruelde comiti Ingelberto de Monte" by charter dated 1176, witnessed by "Albertus comes de Mulbach, Willelmus senior comes de Iuliaco, Willelmus filius eius, Ulricus comes de Nurberg et Gerardus filius eius, Henricus comes de Saphuenberg, Theodericus de Hostahen, Henricus comes de Arnesberg…"[1623]. Graf von Jülich. "Wilhelmus….comes Juliacensis" freed property at Schleiden from "cenobium sancti Salvatoris in monte prope Aquis" by charter dated 1200[1624]. m as her first husband, ALVERADIS, daughter and heiress of ADALBERT Graf von Molbach & his wife Adelheid von Vianden (before 1177-[7 Mar 1216/26 Apr 1245]). "Comitissa Aleidis de Molbach et filia eius Alveradis comitissa Juliacensis et maritus eiusdem Alveradis Wilhelmus comes" donated property "in Heistrebach" to Heisterbach abbey, for the soul of "comitis Alberti de Molbach", by undated charter, dated to [1175] in the compilation[1625]. A charter dated 24 May 1177 records the death "XII Kal Jun" of "Alberti comitis de Molbach" and the donation to the church of Grefrath made by "Aleidis uxor ipsius et Alueradis filia mea et Wilhelmus comes gener mea" for his soul[1626]. "Alveradis comitissa de Mulbach" noted that "Wilhelmus Juliacensis comes, primus maritus meus" had donated "hereditatem meam…Supernouale" to the church of St Marie and St Nikolas in Vossenich without her knowledge and that she confirmed the donation after his death, by charter dated 1208[1627]. She married secondly ([1207/08]) Otto [II] Herr von Wickrath. A charter dated 7 Mar 1216 confirmed the donation by "nobilis matrona Alveradis…comitissa de Molbach" to Altenberg abbey, with the consent of "marito ipsius domino Ottone de Wikerode", by charter dated 7 Mar 1216[1628]. It should be noted that the county of Molbach was granted to her first husband’s successor, Wilhelm [III] Graf von Jülich, in 1208 (see below), and not to Alveradis’s second husband. "Otto de Wickerode" confirmed that "domina Alveradis de Molbag bone memorie uxor nostra" had donated the church of Lobberich to Knechtsteden abbey by charter dated 26 Apr 1245[1629]. Wilhelm [II] & his wife had [one child]:

i) [WILHELM (-25 May ----). The necrology of the Münsterstiftes at Aachen records the death “VII Kal Jul” of “Wilhelmus filius Alveradis” and the donation for him[1630]. The article in the Annalen des historischen Vereins für den Niederrhein, in which this necrology entry is quoted, suggests that it could refer to a young son of Graf Wilhelm [II]. However, the absence of a reference to the father in the entry suggests that he predeceased the child. If that is correct, and if the entry did refer to Graf Wilhelm [II]’s son, the child would have succeeded his father as Graf von Jülich even if a minor. The absence of a reference to the child’s comital title in the entry therefore suggests that it is unlikely that he was Wilhelm’s son. The possibility remains that he was the son of Wilhelm’s widow by her second marriage. However, it is also possible that the child’s mother was a different Alveradis. The other entries in the necrology could provide clues to her identity, but it has not been checked.]

b) GERHARD (-after 1198). Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed property of Meer abbey by charter dated 15 Dec 1185, witnessed by "...Willehelmus de Iuliaco comes et frater eius Gerardus, advocatus Coloniensis"[1631]. Adolf [I] Archbishop of Köln issued instructions relating to "Dunwald" by charter dated 1197, witnessed by "...Wilhelmus comes Iuliacensis, Gerardus frater eius"[1632]. Adolf [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed an exchange between Kloster St. Mauritz and Köln St. Pantaleon by charter dated 1198, witnessed by "...Wilhelmus et Gerardus comites Iuliacenses..."[1633].

c) JUTTA (-after 1190). Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation of the church at Hoven to Zülpich made by "matrone Ide de Hengebag et filio suo Theoderico cum adhuc puer esset", in the presence of "Theodericus prenominatus nobilis puer, tutore suo Theoderico preposito SS. apostolorum", and that "post mortem pueri, patruus eius Everhardus" who succeeded "in hereditate" with "uxore sua Iutta…filio suo Wilhelmo consentiente maiore natu" confirmed the donation, by charter dated 1190[1634]. Her parentage and marriage are confirmed by the charter dated 1209 under which "Henricus…dux Saxonie comes palatinus rheni" granted "comitatum de Molbach" to "Willehelmo comiti Juliacensi" as well as property "in Tulpeto" previously held by "Willehelmus comes Juliancensis avunculus supradicti comitis"[1635]. The county of Jülich was inherited by Jutta’s son. m EBERHARD [II] von Hengebach, son of --- (-[1217/18]).

2. GERHARD (-after 22 Feb 1166). Reinald Archbishop of Köln issued a charter dated 22 Feb 1166 relating to the division of their inheritance between "domna Elisabeth de Randenrothe…[et] sororem eius comitissam de Mere domnam…Hildegundem", with the consent of "filiorum ac filiarum domne Elisabeth", witnessed by "Willelmus comes Iuliacensis et frater eius Gerardus…"[1636].

B. GRAFEN von HENGEBACH, GRAFEN von JÜLICH (HENGEBACH/HEIMBACH)

1. RICHIZO (-after 27 Sep 1074). Graf von Hengebach. Anno Archbishop of Köln divided the church of Neutz St. Qurin, founded by "Euerhardus comes Clivensis et matrona nobilis Berta comitissa uxor sua" between the church and the archbishopric by charter dated 27 Sep 1074, witnessed by "...Richzo comes de Hengebach, Gotfridus filius eius..."[1637]. m ---. The name of Richizo’s wife is not known. Richizo & his wife had one child:

a) GOTTFRIED . Anno Archbishop of Köln divided the church of Neutz St. Qurin, founded by "Euerhardus comes Clivensis et matrona nobilis Berta comitissa uxor sua" between the church and the archbishopric by charter dated 27 Sep 1074, witnessed by "...Richzo comes de Hengebach, Gotfridus filius eius..."[1638].

1. ADELGER von Hengebach (-[1094/1102]). "Arnoldi comitis, Athelgeri comitis…" signed the charter dated 1085 under which Siegwin Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster St Martin, Köln[1639]. Hermann [III] Archbishop of Köln donated revenue to Köln St Cecilia by charter dated 1094, witnessed by "…Adelbreht comes de Safenberg, Gerhart comes de Guliche, Adelbreht comes de Noruenig, Gerhart de Hostathen, Ethelger de Heingebach, Megenhere de Randenrothe…"[1640]. m JUDITH, daughter of --- (-after 1102). Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the property of Kloster Siegburg, including donations made by "Heinricus de Cazennellenboge et uxor eius Lutgart" in the presence of "matre sua Iuditha et fratribus Gerlaco, Theoderico, Adelgero", by charter dated 1102 witnessed by "Adalbertus comes et advocatus…"[1641]. Adelger & his wife had four children:

a) GERLACH (-after 1102). Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the property of Kloster Siegburg, including donations made by "Heinricus de Cazennellenboge et uxor eius Lutgart" in the presence of "matre sua Iuditha et fratribus Gerlaco, Theoderico, Adelgero", by charter dated 1102 witnessed by "Adalbertus comes et advocatus…"[1642].

b) DIETRICH (-after 1102). Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the property of Kloster Siegburg, including donations made by "Heinricus de Cazennellenboge et uxor eius Lutgart" in the presence of "matre sua Iuditha et fratribus Gerlaco, Theoderico, Adelgero", by charter dated 1102 witnessed by "Adalbertus comes et advocatus…"[1643].

c) ADELGER (-after 1102). Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the property of Kloster Siegburg, including donations made by "Heinricus de Cazennellenboge et uxor eius Lutgart" in the presence of "matre sua Iuditha et fratribus Gerlaco, Theoderico, Adelgero", by charter dated 1102 witnessed by "Adalbertus comes et advocatus…"[1644].

d) LIUTGARD . Her parentage and first marriage are indicated by the following document: Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the property of Kloster Siegburg, including donations made by "Heinricus de Cazennellenboge et uxor eius Lutgart" in the presence of "matre sua Iuditha et fratribus Gerlaco, Theoderico, Adelgero", by charter dated 1102 witnessed by "Adalbertus comes et advocatus…"[1645]. Her second marriage is indicated by the undated charter under which Konrad III King of Germany confirmed an exchange of property between the archbishop of Köln and the abbot of Sprengirsbach, witnessed by "Herimannus Palatinus comes de Reno et frater suus Heinricus de Cacenelenboge…"[1646]. The name of Hermann von Stahleck’s father, and therefore of Liutgard’s second husband, is confirmed by the following document: Emperor Friedrich I granted protection to Kloster Münchaurach, founded by “Goswino quondam...comite et filio eius Hermanno palatino comite...in loco...Awrach”, at the request of “Gotfridus burggravius de Nuremberg”, by charter dated 28 Feb 1158[1647]. The document does not confirm that he was Goswin [III], but this co-identity looks likely as no other Graf Goswin has been identified at that time. m firstly HEINRICH [I] Graf von Katzenelnbogen, son of --- (-before 1108, bur Kloster Siegburg). m secondly GOSWIN [III] Graf von Stahleck, son of --- (-after 1135).

2. HERMANN von Hengebach (-after 11 Feb 1124). Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln donated revenue to Köln St Cunibert by charter dated 11 Feb 1124 witnessed by "Gerhart de Gulecho, Gerhart de Hostathe, Godefrit de Mere, Hereman de Heingebach, Thederihc de Gladebach, Heriman advocatus urbis…"[1648]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln founded a church "in castro meo episcopali…Zulpiacum" by charter dated 1124 witnessed by "Paganus comes, Theodericus comes de Ara, Herimannus de Hengebach, Theodericus et frater eius Adelgerus de Gladebach…"[1649].

3. DIETRICH von Hengebach (-after 1138). Bruno [II] Archbishop of Köln confirmed donations to Kloster Siegburg by charter dated 1136 witnessed by "Heinricus comes de Kessele, Tidericus de Gladbach et Gerlacus frater eius, Tidericus de Hengebach…"[1650]. Arnold [I] Archbishop of Köln donated revenue to Kloster Brauweiler by charter dated 1138 witnessed by "…Adolfus comes de Sauenberch, Lutherus comes de Ara, Cunradus comes Ueronensis, Gozwinus de Falkenburch. De liberis hominibus: Godefridus de Iuliaco, Theodericus de Hengebach…"[1651].

4. WALTER von Hengebach (-after 1154). Arnold [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed property of Köln St Cunibert by charter dated 5 Mar 1143 witnessed by "Rupertus de Luriburg, Heinricus comes urbanus, Gerhardus comes de Iuliaco, Walterus comes de Kesle, Walterus de Rodenburg, Walterus de Hengebach…"[1652]. Arnold [I] Archbishop of Köln records that "Walterus de Hengebach consanguinitatis propinquitate nobis iunctus...nepotum nostrum" returned property donated to Köln St. Martin by charter dated 1147, witnessed by “Everhardus frater eiusdem Walteri advocati iam dicte ecclesie, Herimannus filius eius...”[1653]. "Walterus de Hengebach et Euerhardus frater eius" signed a charter dated 1154 under which Arnold Archbishop of Köln granted privileges to St Pantaleon[1654]. m ---. The name of Walter’s wife is not known. Walter & his wife had one child:

a) son . Reinald Archbishop of Köln issued a charter dated 22 Feb 1166 relating to the division of their inheritance between "domna Elisabeth de Randenrothe…[et] sororem eius comitissam de Mere domnam…Hildegundem", with the consent of "filiorum ac filiarum domne Elisabeth", witnessed by "…filius Walteri de Hengebag iunior…"[1655].

5. EBERHARD von Hengebach (-after 1154). Arnold [I] Archbishop of Köln records that "Walterus de Hengebach consanguinitatis propinquitate nobis iunctus...nepotum nostrum" returned property donated to Köln St. Martin by charter dated 1147, witnessed by “Everhardus frater eiusdem Walteri advocati iam dicte ecclesie, Herimannus filius eius...”[1656]. "Walterus de Hengebach et Euerhardus frater eius" signed a charter dated 1154 under which Arnold Archbishop of Köln granted privileges to St Pantaleon[1657]. m ---. The name of Eberhard’s wife is not known. Eberhard & his wife had one child:

a) HERMANN von Hengebach (-after 1147). Arnold [I] Archbishop of Köln records that "Walterus de Hengebach consanguinitatis propinquitate nobis iunctus...nepotum nostrum" returned property donated to Köln St. Martin by charter dated 1147, witnessed by “Everhardus frater eiusdem Walteri advocati iam dicte ecclesie, Herimannus filius eius...”[1658].

6. HERMANN von Hengebach (-14 Jan 1168). Provost at Köln. Reinald Archbishop of Köln acknowledged the competence of "Herimannus de Hengebach…ecclesiasticus maioris ecclesiæ in Colonia prepositus" by charter dated 11 Dec 1165[1659].

Three brothers:

1. HERMANN von Hengebach (-before 1185). Philipp Archbishop of Köln acquired the Vogteischaft over Lechenich, held by "Herimannus de Hengebach…eo defuncto Theoderico filio eius adhuc puero" until the death of the latter, for the archbishopric by charter dated 1185[1660]. m IDA, daughter of ---. Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation of the church at Hoven to Zülpich made by "matrone Ide de Hengebag et filio suo Theoderico cum adhuc puer esset", in the presence of "Theodericus prenominatus nobilis puer, tutore suo Theoderico preposito SS. apostolorum", and that "post mortem pueri, patruus eius Everhardus" who succeeded "in hereditate" with "uxore sua Iutta…filio suo Wilhelmo consentiente maiore natu" confirmed the donation, by charter dated 1190[1661]. Hermann & his wife had one child:

a) DIETRICH von Hengebach (-before 1185). Philipp Archbishop of Köln acquired the Vogteischaft over Lechenich, held by "Herimannus de Hengebach…eo defuncto Theoderico filio eius adhuc puero" until the death of the latter, for the archbishopric by charter dated 1185[1662]. Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation of the church at Hoven to Zülpich made by "matrone Ide de Hengebag et filio suo Theoderico cum adhuc puer esset", in the presence of "Theodericus prenominatus nobilis puer, tutore suo Theoderico preposito SS. apostolorum", and that "post mortem pueri, patruus eius Everhardus" who succeeded "in hereditate" with "uxore sua Iutta…filio suo Wilhelmo consentiente maiore natu" confirmed the donation, by charter dated 1190[1663].

2. DIETRICH von Hengebach (-12 May 1224). The primary source which confirms his parentage has not yet been identified. Archbishop of Köln 1208.

3. EBERHARD [II] von Hengebach (-[1217/18]). Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation of the church at Hoven to Zülpich made by "matrone Ide de Hengebag et filio suo Theoderico cum adhuc puer esset", in the presence of "Theodericus prenominatus nobilis puer, tutore suo Theoderico preposito SS. apostolorum", and that "post mortem pueri, patruus eius Everhardus" who succeeded "in hereditate" with "uxore sua Iutta…filio suo Wilhelmo consentiente maiore natu" confirmed the donation, by charter dated 1190[1664]. "Nobiles viri Euerardus de Hengebach, Wilhelmus filius eius comes Juliacensis…" witnessed a charter dated 1208 confirmed the possessions of the abbey of Camp[1665]. A charter dated 1218 confirms a donation to Kloster Hoven by "Everardo viro nobili de Hengebach" of property "in villa Vlurne sita", with the consent of "heredum suorum, filiorum…Wilhelmi comitis Juliacensis, Theoderici, Everardi et filiarum Jutte, Udelhildis, Aleidis"[1666]. m JUTTA von Jülich, daughter of WILHELM [I] Graf von Jülich & his wife --- (-after 1190). Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation of the church at Hoven to Zülpich made by "matrone Ide de Hengebag et filio suo Theoderico cum adhuc puer esset", in the presence of "Theodericus prenominatus nobilis puer, tutore suo Theoderico preposito SS. apostolorum", and that "post mortem pueri, patruus eius Everhardus" who succeeded "in hereditate" with "uxore sua Iutta…filio suo Wilhelmo consentiente maiore natu" confirmed the donation, by charter dated 1190[1667]. Her parentage and marriage are confirmed by the charter dated 1209 under which "Henricus…dux Saxonie comes palatinus rheni" granted "comitatum de Molbach" to "Willehelmo comiti Juliacensi" as well as property "in Tulpeto" previously held by "Willehelmus comes Juliancensis avunculus supradicti comitis"[1668]. Eberhard & his wife had [nine] children:

a) WILHELM [III] (-killed in battle Damietta 1218). Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation of the church at Hoven to Zülpich made by "matrone Ide de Hengebag et filio suo Theoderico cum adhuc puer esset", in the presence of "Theodericus prenominatus nobilis puer, tutore suo Theoderico preposito SS. apostolorum", and that "post mortem pueri, patruus eius Everhardus" who succeeded "in hereditate" with "uxore sua Iutta…filio suo Wilhelmo consentiente maiore natu" confirmed the donation, by charter dated 1190[1669]. "Nobiles viri Euerardus de Hengebach, Wilhelmus filius eius comes Juliacensis…" witnessed a charter dated 1208 confirmed the possessions of the abbey of Camp[1670]. He succeeded his maternal uncle as Graf von Jülich. "Henricus…dux Saxonie comes palatinus rheni" granted "comitatum de Molbach" to "Willehelmo comiti Juliacensi" as well as property "in Tulpeto" previously held by "Willehelmus comes Juliancensis avunculus supradicti comitis", by charter dated 1209[1671]. A charter dated 1218 confirms a donation to Kloster Hoven by "Everardo viro nobili de Hengebach" of property "in villa Vlurne sita", with the consent of "heredum suorum, filiorum…Wilhelmi comitis Juliacensis, Theoderici, Everardi et filiarum Jutte, Udelhildis, Aleidis"[1672]. A charter dated 1218 records that "bone memorie Wilhelmus comes Juliacensis" died "in peregrinatione sancte crucis"[1673]. m MATHILDE van Limburg, daughter of WALRAM III Duke of Limburg & his first wife Cunégonde de Lorraine (-after 1 Apr 1234). An undated charter notes that "comes Wilhelmus de Gulge et uxor sua Mathildis, et Th. frater suus et uxor sua Methildis, et comes H. de Kesle et uxor sua Odelhildis, et Everhardus frater comitis de Gulge et Gerardus de Blanckenheim" relinquished "Turris", with the consent of "Hermanno fratri suo"[1674]. Her parentage is confirmed by a charter dated 1226 in which her son "Wilhelmus…comes Juliacensis" renounced rights in property, on the advice of "avunculi mei domini Heinrici ducis de Limburg"[1675]. Wilhelm [III] & his wife had three children:

i) WILHELM [IV] (-killed in battle Aachen 16 Mar 1278). He succeeded his father as Graf von Jülich. "Willelmus comes Juliancensis" confirmed the donation by "bone memorie pater meus Willelmus comes Juliacensis" to the Teutonic Order by charter dated 1225[1676].

- see below.

ii) WALRAM (-1271). "Wilhelmus comes Juliacensis et frater meus Walramus" donated land "apud Garstorp" to Kloster Dünwald by charter dated 1 Oct 1231, witnessed by "avunculi nostri Henricus dux de Limburg, Walranus frater eius…"[1677]. "Wilelmus…comes Juliacensis" donated property at Asp to Kloster Braunweiler, for the souls of "patris nostri Wilhelmi de Hengebach necnon et patris eiusdem avunculi Wilhelmi magni comitis Juliacensis", by charter dated Nov 1236, witnessed by "Walramus frater noster, Arnoldus de Diest, Amilius de Owe, Theodericus frater noster…"[1678]. "Walramus germanus domini Wilhelmi comitis Juliacensis" reached agreement on the dower of "Mechtildis filia domni Conradi de Molnerken nostra sponsa" by charter dated 1250[1679]. “Walraue des Greven brudir van Guleghe” granted protection to the citizens of Köln by charter dated 7 May 1263[1680]. Herr von Bergheim. m (betrothed Jan 1249, [1252/53]) MECHTILD von Müllenark, daughter of KONRAD Herr von Müllenark & his wife --- von Hochstaden ([1240]-before 1279). Her parentage and marriage are confirmed by a charter dated Jan 1248 (presumably O.S.) under which Konrad Archbishop of Köln assigned property "apud Herle" to "virum nobilem Waleramum de Juliaco ac eius sponsam Methildim filiam viri nobilis Conradi de Mulenharkin", which states that Mechtild was "nepte sue" and records that her marriage would take place when she was twelve years old when she would receive "castrum Bergheim" as dowry[1681]. "Walramus germanus domini Wilhelmi comitis Juliacensis" reached agreement on the dower of "Mechtildis filia domni Conradi de Molnerken nostra sponsa" by charter dated 1250[1682]. A charter dated 5 Nov 1279 records that "Conradus dominus de Mulemarken…filiam suam Methildim…ex…domina Methildi" married "quondam Walramo de Juliaco…de Berghem" and that she was her father’s heir in the castle of Müllenark[1683]. Walram & his wife had one child:

(a) WALRAM (-5 Jan ----, [Dec 1311/24 Jun 1312]). Herr von Bergheim. "Walranus dictus de Juliaco, dominus de Bergheim et Ymagina uxor eius" sold property to the Cäcilienstift at Köln by charter dated 13 Jul 1291[1684]. "Walramus vir nobilis miles de Juliaco dominus de Bergheim ac Ymagina nostra collateralis" donated property to the church of Neus, for the souls of "parentum nostrorum...domini Walrami et Mechtildis", by charter dated 17 Aug 1308[1685]. The necrology of Burtscheid records the death “Non Jan” of “Walramus comes de Berghem” and his donation[1686]. m (before 19 Mar 1288) IMAGINA von Westerburg, daughter of HEINRICH von Westerburg & his wife Agnes von Isenburg-Limburg (-after 17 Aug 1308). The primary source which confirms her parentage has not been identified. "Walranus dictus de Juliaco, dominus de Bergheim et Ymagina uxor eius" sold property to the Cäcilienstift at Köln by charter dated 13 Jul 1291[1687]. "Walramus vir nobilis miles de Juliaco dominus de Bergheim ac Ymagina nostra collateralis" donated property to the church of Neus, for the souls of "parentum nostrorum...domini Walrami et Mechtildis", by charter dated 17 Aug 1308[1688].

iii) DIETRICH (-after Nov 1236). "Wilelmus…comes Juliacensis" donated property at Asp to Kloster Braunweiler, for the souls of "patris nostri Wilhelmi de Hengebach necnon et patris eiusdem avunculi Wilhelmi magni comitis Juliacensis", by charter dated Nov 1236, witnessed by "Walramus frater noster, Arnoldus de Diest, Amilius de Owe, Theodericus frater noster…"[1689]. Monk at Kornelimünster.

b) HERMANN . An undated charter notes that "comes Wilhelmus de Gulge et uxor sua Mathildis, et Th. frater suus et uxor sua Methildis, et comes H. de Kesle et uxor sua Odelhildis, et Everhardus frater comitis de Gulge et Gerardus de Blanckenheim" relinquished "Turris", with the consent of "Hermanno fratri suo"[1690]. Canon of Köln St Gereon 1203/09.

c) DIETRICH (-[1218/1 Feb 1219]). A charter dated 1218 confirms a donation to Kloster Hoven by "Everardo viro nobili de Hengebach" of property "in villa Vlurne sita", with the consent of "heredum suorum, filiorum…Wilhelmi comitis Juliacensis, Theoderici, Everardi et filiarum Jutte, Udelhildis, Aleidis"[1691]. An undated charter notes that "comes Wilhelmus de Gulge et uxor sua Mathildis, et Th. frater suus et uxor sua Methildis, et comes H. de Kesle et uxor sua Odelhildis, et Everhardus frater comitis de Gulge et Gerardus de Blanckenheim" relinquished "Turris", with the consent of "Hermanno fratri suo"[1692]. m MECHTILD, daughter of ---. An undated charter notes that "comes Wilhelmus de Gulge et uxor sua Mathildis, et Th. frater suus et uxor sua Methildis, et comes II. de Kesle et uxor sua Odelhildis, et Everhardus frater comitis de Gulge et Gerardus de Blanckenheim" relinquished "Turris", with the consent of "Hermanno fratri suo"[1693].

d) EBERHARD (-[1234/36]). A charter dated 1218 confirms a donation to Kloster Hoven by "Everardo viro nobili de Hengebach" of property "in villa Vlurne sita", with the consent of "heredum suorum, filiorum…Wilhelmi comitis Juliacensis, Theoderici, Everardi et filiarum Jutte, Udelhildis, Aleidis"[1694]. An undated charter notes that "comes Wilhelmus de Gulge et uxor sua Mathildis, et Th. frater suus et uxor sua Methildis, et comes H. de Kesle et uxor sua Odelhildis, et Everhardus frater comitis de Gulge et Gerardus de Blanckenheim" relinquished "Turris", with the consent of "Hermanno fratri suo"[1695]. "E…nobilis vir de Hengebach" renounced rights in "allodium…in Ernich" in favour of Kloster Hoven, by charter dated 1229[1696]. "Everhardus Tulpetensis advocatus" donated property "in Ernich" in favour of Kloster Hoven, by charter dated to [1229][1697]. m ELISABETH von Hochstaden, daughter of LOTHAR [I] Graf von Hochstaden & his wife Mechtild von Vianden. "Elisa nobilis matrona de Hengebach" donated revenue, with the support of "viri sui Everardi nobilis de Hengebach" by charter dated 25 Apr 1234[1698]. "Domina Elyzabeth de Hengebach" agreed the marriage of "filiam nostram Margaretham" and "domino Symoni de Spanheym" by charter dated Nov 1240[1699]. Her parentage is confirmed by the charter dated 29 Nov 1250 under which Konrad Archbishop of Köln confirmed, at the request of "domine Elyse sororis nostre de Hengebach", the property of "Margarete filie ipsius uxori domini Symonis…de Spanheim"[1700]. Eberhard & his wife had one child:

i) MARGARETA (-before Feb 1299). The primary source which confirms her parentage and second marriage has not yet been identified. "Domina Elyzabeth de Hengebach" agreed the marriage of "filiam nostram Margaretham" and "domino Symoni de Spanheym" by charter dated Nov 1240[1701]. "Henricus Dominus de Heinesberg" donated "castra…ex parte mei patris…Kestelun, Neve et Kirberg" to "fratri meo Domino Symoni ac Margarete sue uxori", in return for "Blankenberg, Saffenberg, Hilkerode" received from "meus avunculus bone memorie Henricus comes Seynensis", by charter dated 13 Oct 1248[1702]. "Symon comes de Spanheim et Margaretha uxor sua" donated "patronatus ecclesie de Lussenich" to the Teutonic Knights, for the soul of "quondam comitis Henrici Seynensis", by charter dated 13 Aug 1255[1703]. m firstly (contract 6 Dec 1240) SIMON Graf von Sponheim, son of GOTTFRIED [III] Graf von Sponheim & his wife Adelheid von Sayn (-8 Apr 1264, bur Pfaffen-Schwabenheim). m secondly (contract 15 May 1265) as his second wife, EMICH Graf von Leiningen, son of FRIEDRICH [II] Graf von Leiningen & his wife Agnes von Eberstein (-[1276/78]).

e) ARNOLD . Priest at Trier.

f) UDELHILD [Othelende] (-after 1222). A charter dated 1218 confirms a donation to Kloster Hoven by "Everardo viro nobili de Hengebach" of property "in villa Vlurne sita", with the consent of "heredum suorum, filiorum…Wilhelmi comitis Juliacensis, Theoderici, Everardi et filiarum Jutte, Udelhildis, Aleidis", witnessed by "Henrico quoque comitis de Kesle…"[1704]. An undated charter notes that "comes Wilhelmus de Gulge et uxor sua Mathildis, et Th. frater suus et uxor sua Methildis, et comes H. de Kesle et uxor sua Odelhildis, et Everhardus frater comitis de Gulge et Gerardus de Blanckenheim" relinquished "Turris", with the consent of "Hermanno fratri suo"[1705]. “Henricus comes de Kessele” donated “curtem in Barle et in Kovesdunc” to Marienweerd, with the agreement of “uxore mea Othelende”, by charter dated 1219 (before 18 Oct)[1706]. Engelbert Archbishop of Köln granted “bona in Belskenbike, in Seyenhof, in Ulede et in Hevenhusen” to “consanguinee mee W. quondam comitisse de Kessele” who had contracted to marry “nobili viro B. de Buren”, by charter dated 8 May 1222[1707]. m firstly HEINRICH [IV] Graf von Kessel, son of HEINRICH [III] Graf von Kessel & his wife Alverade van Cuyck (-5 Sep, 1219 or after). m secondly (contract before 8 May 1222) as his second wife, BERTHOLD [I] von Büren, son of --- (-after 1243).

g) ALEIDIS (-after 1233). A charter dated 1218 confirms a donation to Kloster Hoven by "Everardo viro nobili de Hengebach" of property "in villa Vlurne sita", with the consent of "heredum suorum, filiorum…Wilhelmi comitis Juliacensis, Theoderici, Everardi et filiarum Jutte, Udelhildis, Aleidis"[1708]. The primary source which confirms her marriage has not yet been identified. The Chronicon Diestense records that “Arnoldum successorem suum”, son of “Arnoldus et Clemencia”, married “Aleidi”[1709]. “Arnoldus dominus de Dyest...et mater mea Aleydis” donated “in allodio de Dyest, decimam” to Tongerloo by charter dated 1233[1710]. m ARNOUT [III] van Diest, son of ARNOUT [II] van Diest & his wife --- (-1230).

h) JUTTA (-1252 or before). A charter dated 1218 confirms a donation to Kloster Hoven by "Everardo viro nobili de Hengebach" of property "in villa Vlurne sita", with the consent of "heredum suorum, filiorum…Wilhelmi comitis Juliacensis, Theoderici, Everardi et filiarum Jutte, Udelhildis, Aleidis"[1711]. The primary source which confirms her marriage has not yet been identified, but her relationship with the family of the Grafen von Jülich is indicated by her son Friedrich being named “consanguineus” of Wilhelm [IV] Graf von Jülich in the charter dated 10 Sep 1250 quoted above. m GERHARD [V] Herr von Blankenheim, son of --- (-before 1 May 1248).

i) [daughter . Her parentage and marriage are suggested by the following charter. "W. comitem de Kessele, Arnoldum dominum de Diste, G. fratrem eius, F. dominum de Blankenhem, Johannem de Riperset...consanguineos nostros, viros nobiles..." acted as fiduciaries under the charter dated 10 Sep 1250 under which “Wilhelmus comes Juliacensis” appointed arbitrators to settle a dispute with Konrad Archbishop of Köln[1712]. In this document, the first four fiduciaries acting for Wilhelm [IV] Graf von Jülich were his cousins, children of his paternal aunts probably named in order of their seniority within the family. It is reasonable to suppose that the fifth fiduciary, Johann von Reifferscheid, also described as “consanguineus” of Graf Wilhelm, was descended from another of his aunts. m --- von Reifferscheid, son of --- (-before 10 Sep 1250).]

WILHELM [IV] von Jülich, son of WILHELM [III] Graf von Jülich & his wife Mathilde van Limburg (-killed in battle Aachen 16 Mar 1278). He succeeded his father as Graf von Jülich. "Willelmus comes Juliancensis" confirmed the donation by "bone memorie pater meus Willelmus comes Juliacensis" to the Teutonic Order by charter dated 1225[1713]. "Wilhelmus comes Juliacensis et frater meus Walramus" donated land "apud Garstorp" to Kloster Dünwald by charter dated 1 Oct 1231, witnessed by "avunculi nostri Henricus dux de Limburg, Walranus frater eius…"[1714]. "Wilelmus…comes Juliacensis" donated property at Asp to Kloster Braunweiler, for the souls of "patris nostri Wilhelmi de Hengebach necnon et patris eiusdem avunculi Wilhelmi magni comitis Juliacensis", by charter dated Nov 1236, witnessed by "Walramus frater noster, Arnoldus de Diest, Amilius de Owe, Theodericus frater noster…"[1715]. A charter dated 13 Jan 1250 records a donation to Merienwerde made by "domini Ottonis comitis Gelrensis", witnessed by "domina Margreta comitissa Gelrensi, domina Richarda comitissa Juliacensi…"[1716]. "Wilhelmus comes Juliacensis et Ricardis uxor nostra" acknowledged his patronage over the church at Bettenhosen by charter dated 1272[1717]. "…Wilhelmus Juliacensis, Wilhelmus primogenitus eius…" were among those who declared war against Sifrid Archbishop of Köln by charter dated 8 Apr 1277[1718]. Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records that “Wilhelmus comes Iuliacensis cum duobus filiis” were killed “urbem Aquensem” in 1277 “in vigilia beate Gertrudis”[1719]. The Memorienbuch of Kloster Wenau records that “nobilis Wilhelmi Ducis Juliacensis, et duorum filiorum eius Wilhelmi et Rolandi. Friderici militis. Winrici militis de Stolberg. Werneri de Merode et filii eius Werneri et fratris eius Karsilii et duorum filiorum eius…” were killed 16/17 Mar 1278[1720].

Betrothed (contract 12 Mar 1237) MARGARETA van Gelre, daughter of GERHARD III Graaf van Gelre & his wife Marguerite de Brabant (-after 12 Mar 1237). A charter dated 12 Mar 1236 (O.S.) records that "Margaretam neptem…ducis Lotharingiæ et Brabantiæ…sororem…Otthonis comitis Gelrie" had been betrothed to "Theodorico de Valckenborch", but was now to be married to "Willelmus comes Iuliacensis"[1721]. Bert M. Kamp has pointed out the absence of primary sources which indicate that Margareta’s marriage to Wilhelm IV Graf von Jülich was ever finalised[1722]. He also highlights the extreme unlikelihood of a papal dispensation being issued for what would have been the 1^o affinity marriage of Graf Wilhelm to Margareta’s sister Richardis, if he had previously been married to Margareta.

m ([Mar 1237/12 Jan 1250]) RICHARDIS van Gelre, daughter of GERHARD III Graaf van Gelre & his wife Marguerite de Brabant (-[1293/98]). A charter dated 13 Jan 1250 records a donation to Merienwerde made by "domini Ottonis comitis Gelrensis", witnessed by "domina Margreta comitissa Gelrensi, domina Richarda comitissa Juliacensi…"[1723]. "Wilhelmus comes Juliacensis et…Rickarda uxor eius" renounced rights in favour of Brauweiler abbey by charter dated 26 Jan 1260[1724]. "Wilhelmus comes Juliacensis et Ricardis uxor nostra" acknowledged his patronage over the church at Bettenhosen by charter dated 1272[1725]. "Richarda comitissa Juliacensis, Walleranus Aquensis, Otto Traiectensis ecclesiarum prepositi et Gerardus fratres, filii eiusdem comitisse" submitted to Sifrid Archbishop of Köln, with the intercession of "Godefrido comite Seynensi", by charter dated 14 Oct 1279[1726]. "Gerardus natus quondam…Wilhelmi comitis Juliacensis" bought property at Woring, with the consent of "domine Richarde matris nostre, domini Walrami comitis Juliacensis prepositi Aquensis fratris nostri et Methildis puelle sororis nostre", by charter dated 30 Apr 1287[1727]. "Methildis nobilis matrona domina de Holte, relicta quondam nobilis viri Gerardi Burgravii Coloniensis" sold property to "viro Alberto dicto Schalle civi Coloniensi, sororio nostro" to solve financial difficulties of "Mathildis nepotula, heres nostra, filia quondam…filii nostri nobilis viri Johannis Burgravii Coloniensis", with the consent of "domine Richarde comitisse Juliacensis avie dicte nepotule necnon…Katherine domine de Arberg, matris…eiusdem nepotule", by charter dated 28 Jun 1287[1728]. "Ricarda comitissa Juliacensis" confirmed a donation by "dominus Willelmus comes Juliacensis maritus noster et…dominus Willelmus senior noster filius, ac domina --- uxor sua legitima" to the Teutonic Order at Köln by charter dated 2 Feb 1287 (O.S.)[1729].

Wilhelm [IV] & his wife had twelve children:

1. WILHELM (-killed in battle Aachen 16 Mar 1278). "…Wilhelmus Juliacensis, Wilhelmus primogenitus eius…" were among those who declared war against Sifrid Archbishop of Köln by charter dated 8 Apr 1277[1730]. His parentage is confirmed by a charter dated 2 Feb 1287 (O.S.) in which his mother "Ricarda comitissa Juliacensis" confirmed a donation by "dominus Willelmus comes Juliacensis maritus noster et…dominus Willelmus senior noster filius, ac domina --- uxor sua legitima" to the Teutonic Order at Köln[1731]. Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records that “Wilhelmus comes Iuliacensis cum duobus filiis” were killed “urbem Aquensem” in 1277 “in vigilia beate Gertrudis”[1732]. The Memorienbuch of Kloster Wenau records that “nobilis Wilhelmi Ducis Juliacensis, et duorum filiorum eius Wilhelmi et Rolandi. Friderici militis. Winrici militis de Stolberg. Werneri de Merode et filii eius Werneri et fratris eius Karsilii et duorum filiorum eius…” were killed 16/17 Mar 1278[1733]. m as her first husband, MARIE de Flandre, daughter of GUY Count of Flanders & his first wife Mathilde de Béthune (1253-[1297], bur Châteauvillain). The Genealogia Comitum Flandriæ refers to the three (unnamed) daughters of "Guido…ex Mathilde filia Roberti Tenremontensis", specifying that the third married "Willelmo comiti de Ghuleke"[1734]. She married secondly (contract Jan 1281, before 18 Mar 1285) Simon [II] Seigneur de Châteauvillain. The Iohannis de Thilrode Chronicon refers to the third of the three daughters of "Guido…[et] Mathilde filia Roberti Tenremontensis" as the wife of "Willelmo comiti de Gouleke" and, after her first husband was killed, of "domino de Castello Villico"[1735]. Wilhelm & his wife had two children:

a) WILHELM (1267-Saint-Omer after 20 Aug 1297). Gilles de Roye’s Annales Belgici record the birth in 1267 of “Wilhelmum” son of “Wilhelmus Iuliacensis comes de filia Guidonis comitis Flandriæ” who was killed “in expeditione guerrarum Flandriæ”[1736]. The Chronique Artésienne records “escuiers...Guillaumes de Julers...” among those captured at the battle of Furnes 20 Aug 1297[1737]. Gilles de Roye’s Annales Belgici record in 1297 that “comes Juliacensis, comes de Beaumont, comes de Monte et alii” attacked “Robertus comes Artesiæ...ante Bulskamp” where “comes Juliacensis” was captured[1738]. The Annales Gandenses record in 1297 that “Wilhelmum Iuliacensem seniorem fratrem” was captured in “bellum iuxta Furnis” and died soon afterwards of his wounds “in Sancto Audomaro”[1739].

b) WILHELM (-killed in battle Mons-en-Pévèle 18 Aug 1304). His parentage is confirmed by the charter dated 6 Sep 1299 under which "Gerardus comes Juliacensis" and "Wilhelmo preposito Traiectensi, filie quondam Wilhelmi fratris nostri" donated property "ex successione paterna [sui]…castri Ledberg", the latter naming "dominum nostrum et avum Guidonem comitem Flandrie, Ropertum et Johannem de Namurco eius filios, nostros avunculos"[1740]. Provost at Utrecht. He was elected Archbishop of Köln in 1304. Gilles de Roye’s Annales Belgici record in 1304 that “Wilhelmus...Juliacensis” was captured in Flanders and killed by “comite de Domna-Martin”[1741]. His election as Archbishop of Köln is confirmed by Iohannes Hocsemius who records the death in 1305 of “Wilhelmus de Iuliaco archidiaconus Leodiensium, Aquensium præpositus et in archiepiscopum Cloniensium electus”[1742]. The Annales Gandenses record “Wilhelmus Juliacensis” among those killed at Mons-en-Pévèle 18 Aug 1304[1743].

2. MATHILDE (-before 1279). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Genealogia comitum de Marka records that “Engelbertus filius...Everhardi comitis” married “filiam borchgravii de Arberch, filiam sororis Gerardi comitis Iuliacensis, qui aliam habuit sororem matrem comitis Losensis Arnoldi”[1744]. According to Butkens, an unnamed daughter of Wilhelm [IV] Graf von Jülich married "Jean Comte de Los qui mourut 1280"[1745]. The primary source which confirms her name has not been identified. m ([1258]) as his first wife, JEAN [I] Comte de Looz, son of ARNAUD [IV] Comte de Looz & his wife Jeanne de Chiny (-19 Jan 1279).

3. MARGARETA (-12 Oct [1293]). Her parentage is confirmed by the charter dated 28 Jun 1264 under which Iring Bishop of Würzburg granted property to "Dithero comiti de Katzenelnbogen…uxori tuæ nate comitis Juliacensis"[1746]. "Hermannus…comes de Henninberg" granted Schloß Dornberg to "Ditero…comiti de Katzenelnbogen, Margarete comitisse uxori sue" by charter dated 22 Sep 1270[1747]. "Ditherus et Eberhardus fratres comites de Catzenelenbogen et Margareta legitima collateralis eiusdem Ditheri" granted granted customs privileges at St Soar and Rheinfels to the town of Wesel by charter dated 28 Apr 1273[1748]. Adolf King of Germany settled the dispute between "Margaretam uxorem…Dietheri comitis de Katzenellenbogen avunculi nostri…neptem nostram" and "Dietherum ac Wilhelmum ipsius filios" by charter dated 5 Nov 1292[1749]. m (1261) as his second wife, DIETHER [III] Graf von Katzenelnbogen, son of DIETHER [II] Graf von Katzenelnbogen & his wife Hildegunde --- (-13 Jan 1276, bur Mainz Klarissenkloster).

4. RICHARDIS (-after 1 Apr 1291). The late 13th century genealogy by Balduinus de Avennis records that "tertia filia domini Rogeri de Rosoic...Clementia" married "comiti de Salmis in Ardenna" and had one son “Guilelmus” who married “filiam comitis Juliacensis Wilelmi”[1750]. “Willelmus comes Salmensis” confirmed property to Himmelrode abbey by charter dated Jun 1265, subscribed by “Willelmi comitis Juliacensis necnon et meum ac mee collectanee comitsse Salmensis”[1751]. “Ricardis comitissa de Salmis” confirmed that “Jo. dictus Rassele de Bridal” had renounced rights over property in favour of Himmelrode abbey by charter dated 1291 “in media quadragesima” (= 1 Apr 1291 or 16 Mar 1292 N.S.)[1752]. m (before Jun 1265) WILHELM Graf von Salm, son of HEINRICH [III] Graf von Salm & his wife Clémence de Rozoy (-[4 Aug 1289/16 Mar 1292], bur Himmelrode).

5. KATHARINA (-after 28 Jun 1287). Her parentage and marriage are confirmed by the charter dated 13 Jan 1273 under which "Johannes de Areberg, burgravius Coloniensis" agreed with "socer meus Wilhelmus comes Juliacensis" for the release of "Gerhardum filium Gerhardi militis"[1753]. Sifrid Archbishop of Köln expropriated "comitatum Coloniensem qui dicitur burggaschaf" from "nobilis vir Johannes de Arberch quondam burgravius Coloniensis", with the consent of "idem Johannes, Katherina uxor sua et Methilde matre sua", by charter dated 16 Aug 1279[1754]. "Johannes dominus de Harberg" granted revenue to Camp abbey, with the consent of "domine Methildis matris nostre et Katerine uxoris nostre", by charter dated 11 Dec 1279[1755]. "Johannes vir nobilis miles, quondam Burggravius Coloniensis et Catherina uxor nostra" demanded money from "nobili matrone Aleydi filie quondam nobilis viri domini Henrici Burggravii Coloniensis, nunc uxori Wedekindi filii domini comitis de Wedegensteyne" and her husband by charter dated 21 Feb 1280 (O.S.)[1756]. "Methildis nobilis matrona domina de Holte, relicta quondam nobilis viri Gerardi Burgravii Coloniensis" sold property to "viro Alberto dicto Schalle civi Coloniensi, sororio nostro" to solve financial difficulties of "Mathildis nepotula, heres nostra, filia quondam…filii nostri nobilis viri Johannis Burgravii Coloniensis", with the consent of "domine Richarde comitisse Juliacensis avie dicte nepotule necnon…Katherine domine de Arberg, matris…eiusdem nepotule", by charter dated 28 Jun 1287[1757]. m (before 13 Jan 1273) JOHANN von Arberg, son of GERHARD von Arberg & his wife Mathilde von Holte (-1281 after 21 Feb).

6. WALRAM (-[13 Jun/24 Dec] 1297). "Richarda comitissa Juliacensis, Walleranus Aquensis, Otto Traiectensis ecclesiarum prepositi et Gerardus fratres, filii eiusdem comitisse" submitted to Sifrid Archsbishop of Köln, with the intercession of "Godefrido comite Seynensi", by charter dated 14 Oct 1279[1758]. He succeeded his father as Graf von Jülich. "Gerardus natus quondam…Wilhelmi comitis Juliacensis" bought property at Woring, with the consent of "domine Richarde matris nostre, domini Walrami comitis Juliacensis prepositi Aquensis fratris nostri et Methildis puelle sororis nostre", by charter dated 30 Apr 1287[1759]. "Adolphus…Romanorum rex" granted rights to "Walramo comite Juliacensi, consanguineo…suo" by charter dated 13 Jun 1297[1760]. Betrothed (9 Mar 1290) to --- von Westerburg, daughter of HEINRICH Herr von Westerburg & his wife Agnes von Isenburg. A charter dated 9 Mar 1290 confirms the betrothal of "Walramus comes Juliacensis" and "filia…quondam Henrici domini de Westerburg", stating that she was "consanguinea" of Sifrid Archbishop of Köln[1761]. No other document has been found which indicates whether the couple were ever married. m (Papal dispensation 8 Jan 1296, before 16 Oct 1296) as her first husband, MARIE de Brabant, daughter of GODEFROI de Brabant Heer van Aarschot, Seigneur de Vierzon & his wife Marie de Vierzon (-25 Feb 1332). Pope Boniface VIII issued a dispensation for the marriage of "Walerami comitis Juliacensi" and "Marie nate --- Godefridi de Brabantia domini castri de Arscot" despite 4^o consanguinity dated 8 Jan 1296[1762]. Her parentage and first marriage are confirmed by a charter dated 2 Jul 1303 under which Marie Queen of France confirmed the division of property between "Marie contesse de Julliers, Ysabiau fame Girart de Julliers, Aeliz fame Jehan de Harcourt et Blanche fame Bertaut de Maalinnes, filles et hoirs nostre…freire monseign. Godefroy de Braban jadis sires d’Arscot" and heirs of "nostre…neveu Jehan de Braban jadis seign. de Vierson", confirming that Marie would receive "la terre de Saint Trut…la terre d’Arscot, de Billar…la terre de Birbois…la terre de Berri, de Orlenois et de Torrraine, le chastel…de Virson"[1763]. The date of her first marriage is indicated by the charter dated 16 Oct 1296 which records an alliance agreed between Sifrid Archbishop of Köln and "Godefridus de Brabantia dominus de Arscot et de Virson", through the intervention of "W. comite Juliacensi, genero nostro"[1764]. Vrouw van Aarschot, Dame de Vierzon. A note in the Latijnsboek, the oldest register of the Leenhof van Brabant, reads “Maria comitissa Juliacen’ tenet Arscot, Vaelbeke, Rode, cu’ apend’ et illud quod D’us Godefridus de Brabant solebat tene a duce in feodum”[1765]. "Gerardus comes et Elisabeth comitissa nec non Wilhelmus eorum primogenitus filius dominus de Broughe" confirmed concessions granted to Averboden by "domina Maria domina de Arschot et de Virsione comitissa Juliancensis nostræ prædicta Elisabeth soror", by charter dated 1320[1766]. She married secondly (23 Sep 1323) Robert de Beaumont Seigneur de Povance. Marie’s second marriage is confirmed by an entry in an old zielmisboek from the Abbey van Averbode which records the death “IV Kal Oct” of “nobilis Dominus Robertus de Ballamonte, dominus de Poenci, maritus nobilis Dominæ de Arschot”, adding that his widow donated for his soul[1767]. Maria van Brabant, countess of Gulik, vrouw van Aarschot, announced on 22 Mar 1331 that she as true and lawful landowner, in the presence of her leenmannen, Aert heer van Wesemaal and marshal of Brabant, her nephew Hendrik heer van Bierbeek, Karlus van Aarschot heer van Rivieren, Jan van Aaarschot heer van Schoonhoven, knights, Goort van Stade, Gossen van Meynaertshove, Aert’s son, that she by way of “halsmschytinghe”, surrendered the estate of Riller in the name of and for the benefit of Pauwel van Meynaertshoven, Willem’s oldest son, but that the authority to administer high justice that belonged to it continued to belong to her and her descendants[1768]. Walram & his wife had two children:

a) HEINRICH (-[6 May/14 Jul] 1343). Provost of St Marien at Aachen 1318. Provost at Maastricht 1329. Provost of Köln St Kunibert 1342.

b) WILHELM (-Italy 31 Oct 1311). Canon of St Marien at Aachen.

7. OTTO (-1283 or after). “Elizabet priorissa in Paradiso” appointed “domine due comitisse de Arnesberg” a participant in Kloster Paradies recognising the good works of herself and “domino vestro Lodewico comiti patrique vestro defuncto domino Wilhelmo comiti Juliancensi fratribusque vestris defunctis domino Wilhelmo et Rolando fratrique vestro domino Ottoni” by charter dated 9 Mar 1278 (O.S.)[1769]. "Richarda comitissa Juliacensis, Walleranus Aquensis, Otto Traiectensis ecclesiarum prepositi et Gerardus fratres, filii eiusdem comitisse" submitted to Sifrid Archsbishop of Köln, with the intercession of "Godefrido comite Seynensi", by charter dated 14 Oct 1279[1770]. Priest at Liège.

8. ROLAND (-killed in battle Aachen 16 Mar 1278). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records that “Wilhelmus comes Iuliacensis cum duobus filiis” were killed “urbem Aquensem” in 1277 “in vigilia beate Gertrudis”[1771]. The Memorienbuch of Kloster Wenau records that “nobilis Wilhelmi Ducis Juliacensis, et duorum filiorum eius Wilhelmi et Rolandi. Friderici militis. Winrici militis de Stolberg. Werneri de Merode et filii eius Werneri et fratris eius Karsilii et duorum filiorum eius…” were killed 16/17 Mar 1278[1772]. “Elizabet priorissa in Paradiso” appointed “domine due comitisse de Arnesberg” a participant in Kloster Paradies recognising the good works of herself and “domino vestro Lodewico comiti patrique vestro defuncto domino Wilhelmo comiti Juliancensi fratribusque vestris defunctis domino Wilhelmo et Rolando fratrique vestro domino Ottoni” by charter dated 9 Mar 1278 (O.S.)[1773].

9. GERHARD [V] (-[29 Jul] 1328). "Richarda comitissa Juliacensis, Walleranus Aquensis, Otto Traiectensis ecclesiarum prepositi et Gerardus fratres, filii eiusdem comitisse" submitted to Sifrid Archbishop of Köln, with the intercession of "Godefrido comite Seynensi", by charter dated 14 Oct 1279[1774]. He succeeded his brother as Graf von Jülich.

- see below.

10. PETRONELLA (-after 1299). “Elizabet priorissa in Paradiso” appointed “domine due comitisse de Arnesberg” a participant in Kloster Paradies recognising the good works of herself and “domino vestro Lodewico comiti patrique vestro defuncto domino Wilhelmo comiti Juliancensi fratribusque vestris defunctis domino Wilhelmo et Rolando fratrique vestro domino Ottoni” by charter dated 9 Mar 1278 (O.S.)[1775]. “Godefridus comes senior in Arnesberg” donated property to Kloster Wedinghausen, with the consent of “heredum nostrorum Lodewici...et Johannis...et cometisse Petronille conjugis filii nostri Lodewici”, by charter dated 1279[1776]. “Ludewicus comes Arnesbergensis” confirmed donations to Kloster Oelinghausen made by “Hermannus miles Advocatus dictus de Holthusen...”, with the consent of “Godefridi domini comitis Arnesbergensis patris nostri, Johannis...fratris nostri Traiectensis ecclesie canonici et Peronette domine comitisse Arnesbergensis uxoris nostre, Frederici filii nostri”, by charter dated 1 Dec 1279[1777]. “Ludewicus comes de Arnesbergh et Perronetta cometissa” granted “patronatum ecclesie Hemerde” to “consanguineo nostro Everhardo domino comiti de Marca, Ermegardi cometisse”, with the consent of “Wilhelmi, Godefridi, Walrami filiorum nostrorum”, by charter dated 1290[1778]. “Ludewicus comes de Arnesbergh” donated property to Kloster Scheda, with the consent of “dominæ Perenettæ uxoris nostræ, Frederici, Wilhelmi, Godefridi, Walrami et Johannis heredum nostrorum”, by charter dated 1293[1779]. “Lodewicus comes, Perenetta comitissa in Arnesberg” donated property to Kloster Bredelar by charter dated 1299[1780]. m (before 1276) LUDWIG Graf von Arnsberg, son of GOTTFRIED [III] Graf von Arnsberg & his second wife Adelheid von Blieskastel (-[29 Oct 1312/9 Jun 1313]).

11. BLANCHEFLOR (-after 23 Apr 1330). The primary source which confirms her parentage and marriage has not been identified. m (before 1277) HEINRICH Graf von Sponheim-Starkenburg, son of JOHANN [I] von Sponheim Herr zu Sayn und Starkenburg & his wife --- (-1 Aug 1289).

12. MECHTILD (-after 30 Apr 1287). "Gerardus natus quondam…Wilhelmi comitis Juliacensis" bought property at Woring, with the consent of "domine Richarde matris nostre, domini Walrami comitis Juliacensis prepositi Aquensis fratris nostri et Methildis puelle sororis nostre", by charter dated 30 Apr 1287[1781].

GERHARD [V] von Jülich, son of WILHELM [III] Graf von Jülich & his wife Richardis van Gelre (-[29 Jul] 1328). "Richarda comitissa Juliacensis, Walleranus Aquensis, Otto Traiectensis ecclesiarum prepositi et Gerardus fratres, filii eiusdem comitisse" submitted to Sifrid Archsbishop of Köln, with the intercession of "Godefrido comite Seynensi", by charter dated 14 Oct 1279[1782]. "Gerardus natus quondam…Wilhelmi comitis Juliacensis" bought property at Woring, with the consent of "domine Richarde matris nostre, domini Walrami comitis Juliacensis prepositi Aquensis fratris nostri et Methildis puelle sororis nostre", by charter dated 30 Apr 1287[1783]. Herr von Kaster: “Gerardus dominus de Blankenem” confirmed holding “castrum nostrum de Blankenem” from Jean I Duke of Brabant by charter dated late-Aug 1292, sealed by “Irmengardis domina de Blankenem nostræ consortis...ac...Gerardi de Iuliaco domini de Castre nostri...consanguinei”[1784]. He succeeded as Graf von Jülich. "Gerardus comes Iuliacensis" entered an alliance with "Reynaldum comitem Gelriæ…Francorum rege et…duce Brabantiæ", and named "Godefridum de Brabantia dominum de Verzun et Arschot socerum nostrum", by charter dated 13 Dec 1299[1785]. "Gerardus comes Juliacensis" issued a charter dated 2 Feb 1297[1786]. "Gerardus comes Juliacensis…et coniux…nostra Elysabeth" confirmed the donation of "aream nostram jacentem in Colonia in parrochia s. Columbe…Berlinc", made by "felicis recordationis domina Rikardis mater nostra, dominus Walramus frater noster quondam comes Juliacensis", to the order of St Clara by charter dated 26 Aug 1304[1787]. "Gerardus comes Juliacensis, Guillelmus eius primogenitus filius et Henricus de Machem prepositus Aquensis" confirmed arrangements between "nostrum consanguineum et dominum comitem Ghelrie" and "nostri consanguinei domini Guillielmi Hanonye et Hollandie comitis" by charter dated 3 Jul 1307[1788]. "Gerardus comes et Elisabeth comitissa nec non Wilhelmus eorum primogenitus filius dominus de Broughe" confirmed concessions granted to Averboden by "domina Maria domina de Arschot et de Virsione comitissa Juliancensis nostræ prædicta Elisabeth soror", by charter dated 1320[1789]. "Johann von Montenak" transferred "domum in Kessenich", acquired from “seiner Ehefrau Johanna, der Tochter des Herrn Arnolds von Kessenich”, to Jülich by charter dated “vigilia Sti Martini” 1321[1790].

[m firstly --- von Kessel, daughter of WILHELM Graf von Kessel & his wife ---. This supposed first marriage of Graf Gerhard was proposed by Walther Möller, on the assumption that Gerhard’s son Wilhelm must have inherited Grevenbroich, a former Kessel possession, from the Kessel family[1791]. The theory was later adequately disproved by Manfred Groten who demonstrated that Gerhard V Graf von Jülich occupied Grevenbroich after the death in 1304 of Walram Graf von Kessel, claiming that it was a fief of Jülich, and that the archbishopric of Köln (from whom Kessel held the fief) failed to challenge the occupation due to a vacancy in the archiepiscopal see in 1305[1792].]

m (before 13 Dec 1299) ELISABETH de Brabant, daughter of GODEFROI de Brabant Heer van Aarschot, Seigneur de Vierzon & his wife Jeanne de Vierzon (-[1349/55]). The date of her marriage is indicated by the charter dated 13 Dec 1299 under which "Gerardus comes Iuliacensis" entered an alliance with "Reynaldum comitem Gelriæ…Francorum rege et…duce Brabantiæ", and named "Godefridum de Brabantia dominum de Verzun et Arschot socerum nostrum"[1793]. Her parentage and marriage are confirmed by a charter dated 2 Jul 1303 under which Marie Queen of France confirmed the division of property between "Marie contesse de Julliers, Ysabiau fame Girart de Julliers, Aeliz fame Jehan de Harcourt et Blanche fame Bertaut de Maalinnes, filles et hoirs nostre…freire monseign. Godefroy de Braban jadis sires d’Arscot" and heirs of "nostre…neveu Jehan de Braban jadis seign. de Vierson"[1794]. Heiress of Sichem 1203. "Gerardus comes et Elisabeth comitissa nec non Wilhelmus eorum primogenitus filius dominus de Broughe" confirmed concessions granted to Averboden by "domina Maria domina de Arschot et de Virsione comitissa Juliancensis nostræ prædicta Elisabeth soror", by charter dated 1320[1795]. She inherited Vierzon and Livry on the death of her sister Marie. Philippe VI King of France confirmed the inheritance by "Isabel contesse de Juliers, suer aisnee et hoir seule…de Marie iadis sa suer dame de Virzon, de Luri" of "la baronie et chastelerie de Virzon, de Luri", instead of "Aelis dame de Harecourt et Loys de Touart" by charter dated 31 Jan 1331[1796].

Gerhard [V] & his wife had eight children:

1. WILHELM [V] (-26 Feb 1362). "…Wilhelmo primogenito comitis Juliacensis…" witnessed the charter dated 13 May 1275 under which "Theodericus dictus Luf, frater comitis Clivensis" granted Hesshausenwardt island to "nostro filio Theoderico et eius legitimis heredibus"[1797]. That Wilhelm was the son of Elisabeth de Brabant is confirmed by the charter dated 6 Dec 1361 under which Jean II King of France stated that "les chasteaux de Vierzon et Lury…appartiennent a nostre…cousin […Wilhelm II Duke of Jülich] comme son propre héritage", the castles in question having been inherited from Elisabeth de Brabant[1798]. "Gerardus comes Juliacensis, Guillelmus eius primogenitus filius et Henricus de Machem prepositus Aquensis" confirmed arrangements between "nostrum consanguineum et dominum comitem Ghelrie" and "nostri consanguinei domini Guillielmi Hanonye et Hollandie comitis" by charter dated 3 Jul 1307[1799]. Markgraf von Jülich 1336. Duke of Jülich 1356. "Wilhelm…hertzoge van Gulge, greue van Valkenborch und heirre van Monyoye" confirmed that "unse…swager…Reynart here van Schonuorst" had transferred to him "sloss Valkenborch" in return for "Valkenborch ind Monyoe" by charter dated 25 Mar 1357[1800]. The precise family relationship between Duke Wilhelm and Reinoud Mascherell Heer van Schoonvorst (see the document BRABANT, LOUVAIN) has not been ascertained. The term “swagher” suggests that it was by marriage, maybe through his wife or by marriage to a Jülich cousin. It should be noted that Wilhelm’s son Gerhard also described Reinoud as his “swager” (see below). “Swager” (or equivalents) was an imprecise term and the relationship could have been remote: Reinoud’s prominent position may have tempted many to highlight him as a family relation in contemporary documentation, however distant the connection. m (Köln 26 Feb 1324) [as her first husband,] JEANNE de Hainaut, daughter of GUILLAUME Comte de Hainaut, WILLEM III Count of Holland & his wife Jeanne de Valois-Capet ([1311/13]-1374). "Guillaumes cuens de Haynau, de Hollande, de Zeelande, et sires de Frize" and "Gherars cuens de Julers" agreed the marriage of "Jehane fille a…conte Guillaume" and "Guillaume fil a…conte Gherart" by charter dated 24 Jun 1317, witnessed by "…nos…cousins Renaut conte de Ghelre et Renaut son filz…"[1801]. The Willelmi Capellani in Brederode Chronicon ("Procurator") records the betrothal of "Willelmus comes Hollandie binas filias", adding that "secunda" (unnamed) was betrothed to "juveni…Juliacensis…comitis filio", dated to 1323 from the context[1802]. The same source records the marriages of the same two daughters taking place at Köln 26 Feb 1324[1803]. The History of Henricus Dapifer de Diessenhoven records that "dominus Ludewicus et rex Anglie et marchio Iuliacensis" had married "tres…sorores…fillies comitis Hannonie sive Hollandie"[1804]. Froissart names "Jehane et…Issabiel" as the sisters of "Phelippe…roine d’Engleterre", adding in a later passage that "Jehanne…estoit contesse de Jullers"[1805]. [She married secondly Baudouin [III] de Thiennes. The primary source which confirms her supposed second marriage has not yet been identified. The marriage is recorded by Gailliard who notes that "Baudouin de Luxembourg dit de Thiennes, seigneur de ce lieu, de Heuchin, la Planque, sénéchal héréditaire de Flandre" married "Jeanne de Hainaut veuve sans enfants de Gérard de Juliers et fille de Guillaume-le-Bon comte de Hainaut et de Jeanne de Valois", implying that she was the mother of the son who is named in the same source (which would be incredible considering the date her first husband died)[1806]. No primary source is cited, but given the number of errors in this short extract, it is suggested that Jeanne’s supposed second marriage should be viewed with caution until a more reliable source emerges.] Wilhelm [V] & his wife had six children:

a) GERHARD [VI] ([1323/27]-18 May 1360). Emperor Ludwig IV Duke of Bavaria granted "comitatu in Rauensbergh" to "Gerardus de Juliaco…Wilhelmi marchionis Juliacensis…affinis nostri…primogenitus" by charter dated 10 Aug 1346[1807]. Graf von Berg und Ravensberg.

- see below.

b) WILHELM (1333-13 Dec 1393). Emperor Ludwig IV Duke of Bavaria agreed with "Wilhelmo comiti Juliacensi affini suo" that "Wilhelmo secundo genito tuo, necnon Margarete conthorali sue" should succeed "Adolfus comes Montensis" if he died childless, by charter dated 16 Aug 1336[1808]. Duke of Jülich. Duke of Gelre 1372.

- DUKES of GELRE.

c) REINOLD . The primary source which confirms his parentage has not been identified.

d) RICHARDIS (-[23 Feb 1374/5 Apr 1381]). “Engelbracht Greve van der Marke” lent money to “Godeken van Hovele”, with the consent of “Rycharden unser...Husvrowen“, by charter dated 11 Oct 1354[1809]. "Gerart elste sun zoe Guilghe, greue van den Berghe ind van Rauesberg" renounced rights over tolls at Kaiserswerth in favour of "her Engelbrecht greue van Marke unse swagher ind unse...suster de greuinne van der Marke sine...vrowe" by charter dated 1355[1810]. m (Papal dispensation 9 Dec 1348, before 11 Oct 1354) as his first wife, ENGELBERT [III] Graf von der Mark, son of ADOLF [II] Graf von der Mark & his wife Margareta von Kleve ([28 Feb] 1333-Wetter 22 Dec 1391).

e) JOHANNA (-[1357/62]). Pope Clement VI granted dispensation for the marriage between “Wilhelmum comitem Wedensem” and “Iohannam natam Willelmi marchionis Iuliacensis Trever. et Colon. dioc.”, who were married despite knowing the 4° consanguinity between them, dated 21 Nov 1351[1811]. m (before 21 Nov 1351, Papal dispensation 21 Nov 1351, contract 27 Jun 1354) as his second wife, WILHELM von Isenburg Graf von Wied, son of BRUNO [IV] von Isenburg Herr von Wied & his wife Heilwig von Katzenelnbogen (-17 Jul 1383).

f) ELISABETH (-6 Jun 1411, bur Church of the Grey Friars, Winchester, Hampshire). Pope Clement VI granted dispensation for the marriage between “Iohanne comite Cantie” and “Elizabet nata Wilhelmi comitis Iuliacensis”, as part of the peace settlement between "Willelmum comitem Iuliacensem" and “Raynaldum ducem Gelrie consanguineum Iohannis comitis Cantie”, dated 3 Apr 1348[1812]. She took a vow of chastity at Waverley Abbey after the death of her first husband, but broke it to marry her second husband. The will of "Elizabeth Juliers Countess of Kent", dated 20 Apr 1411, proved 29 Jun 1411, chose burial “in the church of the Friars Minors in the city of Winchester in the tomb of John late Earl of Kent late my husband”, bequeathed property to “my...sister Alice Countess of Kent...Joan Countess of Kent”[1813]. m firstly (Papal dispensation 3 Apr 1348) JOHN Earl of Kent, son of EDMUND "of Woodstock" Earl of Kent & his wife Margaret Wake, later Baroness Wake (posthumously Arundel Castle, Sussex 7 Apr 1330-26/27 Dec 1352, bur Church of the Grey Friars, Winchester, Hampshire). m secondly (Wingham, Kent 29 Sep 1360) EUSTACHE d’Aubréchicourt, son of NICOLAS Seigneur de Bugnicourt et d’Aubréchicourt[1814] & his wife --- (-Evreux soon after 1 Dec 1372).

g) PHILIPPA (-24 Aug 1390). "Wilhelm…hertzoge van Guilge, greue zu Valkenburch ind here zu Monyoie, Gierhart elste sun zu Gulge, greue van den Berghe ind van Rauesberge, ind Diederich greue van Loen ind van Chiney, herre zu Heynsberg ind zu Blankenberch" agreed the marriage of "Philippen doychter uns hertzogen ind suster unss greuen van den Berge" and "Goedarde van Heynsberg herren zu Dalenbroych, broyder sun unss greue van Loen" by charter dated 7 Feb 1357[1815]. "Godevaert van Loen here zu Heynsberch" acknowledged "Eduwaert hertog van Gelre" as his suzerain for "onse borch van Heynsberch…die borch tot Geylenkerken…Dalenbroich", naming "[onse] vrouw Philippe van Guylche vrouw van Heynsberg", by charter dated 14 Feb 1367[1816]. Heiress of ½ Jülich. m (contract 7 Feb 1357, 1 Nov 1357) GOTTFRIED [II] von Heinsberg, son of JOHANN [I] Herr von Heinsberg, Heer van Dalenbroich & his wife Catharina van Voorne (-1395).

2. LUDWIG (-after 25 Feb 1311). “Gerhardus comes Juliacensis” renounced rights to property “ex parte nostra et Lodewici filii nostri” in favour of Köln by charter dated 25 Feb 1311[1817].

3. MARIA (-after 11 Nov 1363). A charter dated 1 Sep 1306 records a settlement agreed by "Roprecht van Vyrnenburg, Symon van Spanheym, Heynrich van Solmeze gehezen van Spaunheym, greuen" concerning "der burg zo Rymerzheym" [Ringsheim], relating to a marriage contract between “Gerharde deime greue van Guleghe…des vursprochgene greuen dochter van Guleghe” and “Ruprechtes des jungen van Virnenburg sun, die is encklin unses Roprechts des greuen van Virnenburg”, by charter dated 1 Sep 1306[1818]: neither Robert [II] von Virneburg’s son nor Gerhard von Jülich’s daughter is named in this document (when they both must have been infants), and it is possible that they were not Heinrich and Maria but other children who died young before the marriage was finalised. The marriage contract between "Ruprecht greue van Virnembourgh unde Heinrich sin elste sun" and "Wilhelm und heren Godeuarde sinen soenen…vrouwen Marien van Guilge" is dated 7 Feb 1327[1819]. "Theodericus comes Cleuensis" relinquished further claim from "Walramus archiepiscopus Coloniensis" relating to the dowry on his marriage to "dominam Mariam sororem suam" by charter dated 6 Dec 1340[1820]. Pope Benedict XII granted dispensation for the marriage between "nobili viro Theoderico de greve van Cleve milite" and “Maria nata quondam Gerardi dez greven van Culk” despite knowing that “prima Theoderici uxor...Marie” was related to her in 3° consanguinity, dated 13 Apr 1341[1821]. Pope Clement VI granted another dispensation for the marriage between "nobilis viri Theoderici comitis Clevensis" and “nobilis mulieris Marie nate quondam Gerardi comitis Iuliacensis” notwithstanding their ignorance of their 3° consanguinity, dated 31 May 1342[1822]. “Konrad von Saffenberg und Maria von Jülich Frau zu Monreal” and “Graf Ruprecht von Virneburg, Johann [von Virneburg] Propst zu Xanten, Adolf, Gerhard und Johann Söhne Graf Ruprechts” reached agreement about Monreal by charter dated 2 Mar 1347 (O.S.)[1823]. Pope Clement VI granted dispensation for the marriage between “Conrado de Saffinberg consanguineo archiepiscopi” and “Maria relicta quondam Theoderici comitis Clevensis”, despite the 3° consanguinity between Konrad and Graf Dietrich, dated 28 May 1350[1824]. "Johan…bischoff…zu Munster zu Westfalen, Gerardt grave zu Virnembergh, und Adolff, alle gebruder von Virnembergh" confirmed "Pellentzen…die herre Heinrich selige unser…bruder und sie…versatzt hant" to "Marie von Gulich frauwe zu Monreau" by charter dated 11 Nov 1363[1825]. m firstly (contract 7 Feb 1327) HEINRICH [II] von Virneburg, son of ROBERT [III] Graf von Virneburg & his first wife Agnes [von Westerburg] ([before 1 Sep 1306?]-1335, after 17 Feb). m secondly (before 6 Dec 1340, Papal dispensations 13 Apr 1341 and 31 May 1342) as his second wife, DIETRICH [VII] Graf von Kleve, son of DIETRICH [VI] Graf von Kleve & his second wife Margareta von Habsburg (1291-7 Jul 1347). m thirdly (before 2 Mar 1348, Papal dispensation 28 Mar 1350) KONRAD Herr von Saffenberg, son of JOHANN [I] Herr von Saffenberg & his wife Sophia van Heusden (-after 17 Sep 1377).

4. GOTTFRIED (-3 May 1335, bur Münstercifel Stiftskirche). Herr von Bergheim. "Goidart van Guylge herre zu Bergheym" granted property to "Costantine van Lisenkirgen burgere zu Coillen" by charter dated 18 Dec 1328, which names "unse…broidere heren Wilhelme den greuen van Guylge"[1826]. m (before Sep 1330, Papal dispensation 28 Sep 1330) as her first husband, ELISABETH von Kleve, daughter of DIETRICH LUF von Kleve Graf von Hülchrath & his first wife Yolande de Looz (-1347). Pope John XXII granted dispensation for the marriage between "nobilis viri Godefridi de Juliaco domini de Berchem" and “nobilis mulieris Elizabet nate...nobilis viri Theoderici dicti Luyf de Cleve Colon. dioc.” despite not knowing of their 4° consanguinity, dated 28 Sep 1330[1827]. She married secondly (1336) as his second wife, Willem [VI] van Horne. The testament of "Willem heer van Hoern, van Altena ende Gaesbeek" is dated Oct 1342 and names "onsen…oudsten soene Geeraert van Hoern riddere…vrou Else van Cleve onser…vrouwen…onse…nichte Beatrix van Lovene"[1828]. Gottfried & his wife had two children:

a) son (before 2 Aug 1332-young).

b) YOLANDE von Bergheim (-31 Oct 1387). "Emiche greue zu Lyningen und…Jolenta von Bergheim greuinne zu Lyningen, desseluen greuen Emichen…wyfe" sold "die burg…Oede…die vaidie van Kempen…" to "Wilhelme deme marchgreuen van Guilge…oheimen unser Jolenten vorgenant" by charter dated 3 Nov 1348[1829]. "Wilhelmus…marchio Juliacensis" sold "castrum de Oyde, advocatiam Kempensem…", bought from "Emichone comite et Yolenta de Bercheim consanguinea nostra comitissa de Lyningen, coniugibus", to Walram Archbishop of Köln by charter dated 5 Jan 1349[1830]. m (before 3 Nov 1348) [as his second wife,] FRIEDRICH [IX] Graf von Leiningen-Dagsburg, son of FRIEDRICH [VII] Graf von Leiningen-Dagsburg & his wife --- (-1397).

5. WALRAM ([1303/04]-Paris 14 Jul 1349, bur Köln Cathedral). Archbishop of Köln 1332. Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records the death in 1349 of “archiepiscopus Coloniensis dominus Walramus de Iuliaco” in Paris and his burial “in maiori ecclesia”[1831].

6. JOHANN (-after 1327). Canon at Liège St Jean. Butkens names "Jean tué en combat en l’abbaye de Stavelo" as the youngest son of Gerhard [V] Graf von Jülich and his wife Elisabeth de Brabant without indicating the primary source on which this information is based[1832].

7. ELISABETH (-after 1364). Pope John XXII granted dispensation for the marriage between "Iohanni comiti Seynensi" and “nobilis mulieri Elisabeth nate quondam Gherardi comitis Iuliacensis Colon. dioc.” who was betrothed aged 10, and married after reaching marriageable age, despite not knowing of “impedimentum”, dated 29 Sep 1330[1833]. Pope John XXII granted another dispensation for the marriage between the same parties which specified their 4° consanguinity, dated 30 Oct 1330[1834]. "Willem…marchgreue zu Gulge und Johanna marchgreuynne unse…vrauwe" purchased rights to "der burg zu Brunsberg…und…dat dorp Brule uf dem Ryne" from "unsen zwager den greue Johanne van Seyne und Elyzabet greuynne sin…vrauwe, unse…suster" by charter dated 21 Aug 1337[1835]. m firstly (before Sep 1330, Papal dispensation 29 Sep and 30 Oct 1330) JOHANN [II] Graf zu Sayn, son of JOHANN [I] Graf von Sayn & his wife Elisabeth von Hessen (-after 25 Dec 1360). m secondly (before 15 May 1364) GOTTFRIED von Hatzfeld, son of --- (-1371).

8. RICHARDIS (7 Mar 1314-7 Mar 1360, bur Seligenthal). The primary source which confirms her date of birth has not yet been identified. The necrology of Seligenthal records the death "Non Mar 1360" of "nobilis domina Richardis ducissa Bawarie comitissa palatina Reni"[1836]. m (1330) OTTO IV Duke of Lower Bavaria, son of STEFAN I "der Ältere" joint Duke of Lower Bavaria & his wife Jutta von Schweidnitz [Piast] (3 Jan 1307-Munich 14 Dec 1334, bur Seligenthal).

Gerhard [V] had one illegitimate child by an unknown mistress:

9. HEINRICH von Jülich . Pope John XXII granted dispensation to "Henrico de Juliaco nato quondam Gerardi comitis Iuliacensis clerico Coloniensis diocesis" to hold office despite “defectu natalium”, dated 24 Jan 1329[1837].

GERHARD [VI] von Jülich, son of WILHELM I Duke of Jülich & his wife Jeanne de Hainaut ([1323/27]-18 May 1360). Emperor Ludwig IV Duke of Bavaria granted "comitatu in Rauensbergh" to "Gerardus de Juliaco…Wilhelmi marchionis Juliacensis…affinis nostri…primogenitus" by charter dated 10 Aug 1346[1838]. Graf von Jülich. Graf von Berg und Ravensberg. "Geirhart elste sun zoe Julghe, greue und Margareta greuinne van deym Berghe ind van Rauensberghe" wrote to "Reynart heirre van Schonenuorst, unse…swagher" by charter dated 16 Aug 1358[1839]. The precise family relationship between Gerhard [VI] Graf von Jülich and Reinoud Mascherell Heer van Schoonvorst (see the document BRABANT, LOUVAIN) has not been ascertained. The term “swagher” suggests that it was by marriage, maybe through Gerhard’s wife Margareta von Ravensberg. It should be noted that Gerhard’s father also described Reinoud as his “swager” (see above). “Swager” (or equivalents) was an imprecise term and the relationship could have been remote. Reinoud’s prominent position may have tempted many to highlight him as a family relation in contemporary documentation, however distant the connection.

Betrothed (1 Mar 1333, renewed 4 Jul 1342) to MARGARETA van Gelre, daughter of REINALD II Graaf van Gelre & his first wife Sophia Berthout vrouwe van Mechelen ([1320]-4 Oct 1344). The Kronik van Arent toe Bocop names "Mergreta" as the oldest of the four daughters of "dye Rennaldus…grave van Gelre" and his wife "Soffie dye docter van den heerre van Mechghelen", adding that she married the only son "des graven van Cleve" but died childless[1840]. "Luduicus comes Flandrensis, Nivernensis, Registensis et dominus Mechliniensis" agreed with "Reynaldus Gelrensis ac Wilhelmus Iuliacenses comites" that "Margaretam natam dicti comitis Gelrensis, dominam Elizabetham comitissam Iuliacensem dicti comitis Iuliacensis genitricem" should inherit Mechelen in settlement of a local war, by charter dated 1333[1841]. A charter dated 1 Mar 1333 between "Reynaut greue van Gelren ende van Zutphen" and "Willem greue van Ghulich […onser muder, vrouwe Lijzabeth…die vrouwe Janne onsen eeliken wuijue]" records the betrothal of "Reynaut greue van Gelren…dochter…Margreten…die wi hebben van onsen eirsten wiiue" and "Gerarde…ende eirsten soen des greuen van Ghulich", Margareta to receive "die heerscap van Mechlen", the marriage to take place "te midden zomer coemt ouer acht jaer" (in 1341)[1842]. A charter dated 15 Dec 1333 records the betrothal betweeen "Renaud comte de Gueldres et de Zutphen…Margarete sa fille…eagée de treise ans" and "Guillaume comte de Iuliers [son fils] Gerard de Iuliers", and agreeing that Margareta should receive "l’Advouerie de Malines" and that Gerhard "les villes de Hevere, Mussines, Hombeke, Leest, Hessene, Nuwelande, Neekerpoel", with the agreement of "Luis comte de Flandres, de Nevers et de Rethel"[1843]. The marriage contract between "den hertoge van Gelren…Margareten des hertogen audste dochter" and "den mercgreve van Gulic…Gerart, des mercgreuen audste soen" was renewed dated 4 Jul 1342[1844]. This betrothal was terminated, presumably after the death of the proposed bride’s father in Oct 1343.

m ([1344]) MARGARETA von Ravensberg, daughter of OTTO [IV] Graf von Ravensberg & his wife Margareta von Berg (-13 Feb 1389). Her parentage and marriage are confirmed by a charter dated 1 Oct 1346 under which "Gerhard ältester Sohn des Markgrafen Wilhelm von Jülich, uund seine Frau Margareta, Tochter und Erbin des Grafen Otto von Ravensberg" made certain promises[1845]. After the death in 1336 of her older sister, Margareta was the next heir by primogeniture to the county of Berg after her maternal uncle Adolf [VI] Graf von Berg. She was also heir to the county of Ravensberg after her paternal uncle Bernhard Graf von Ravensberg. "Margareta greuinne ind Wilhelm van Guylghe yr sun, greue van deme Berge ind van Rauensberch" granted concessions to Düsseldorf Stiftskirche by charter dated 6 Jul 1368[1846]. "Wilhelm van Guilge greue van dem Berge ind van Rauensberg, ind…Anna van Beyeren, greuinne derseluer lande ind des vurgenanten greuen Wilhelms…huys frauwen, ind…Margareta des vurgenanten greuen Wilhelms moder, ind…Margareta des vurg. greuen Wilhelms suster, ouch greuinne der vurgenanten lande" obtained a loan from the town of Kaiserswerth, in return for granting customs and other rights from "Roprechte dem jongen, Palantzgreue by Ryne ind hertzogen in Beyeren, onsem…sweher", by charter dated 15 Dec 1368[1847].

Gerhard [VI] & his wife had three children:

1. WILHELM (-25 Jun 1408, bur Kloster Altenberg). Graf von Berg und Ravensberg. "Margareta greuinne ind Wilhelm van Guylghe yr sun, greue van deme Berge ind van Rauensberch" granted concessions to Düsseldorf Stiftskirche by charter dated 6 Jul 1368[1848]. "Wilhelm van Guilge greue van dem Berge ind van Rauensberg, ind…Anna van Beyeren, greuinne derseluer lande ind des vurgenanten greuen Wilhelms…huys frauwen, ind…Margareta des vurgenanten greuen Wilhelms moder, ind…Margareta des vurg. greuen Wilhelms suster, ouch greuinne der vurgenanten lande" obtained a loan from the town of Kaiserswerth, in return for granting customs and other rights from "Roprechte dem jongen, Palantzgreue by Ryne ind hertzogen in Beyeren, onsem…sweher", by charter dated 15 Dec 1368[1849]. Duke of Berg. "Wilhelm van Guilge…hertzouge van dem Berge ind greue zo Rauensberg ind…Geirhart, Adolff ind Wilhelm gebroedere van dem Berge ind grauen zu Rauensberg" agreed to divide their territories, whereby the sons were granted "sloss Hoekeshoeuen…onsse stat Wipperfurde mit der vesten van Steynbech ind onsse stat Lenepe mit der vesten van Birnfelt", by charter dated 24 Oct 1397[1850]. The Memorienbuch of Düsseldorf St Maria records the death "VII Kal Jul 1408" of "Wilhelmi de Juliaco ducis de Monte"[1851]. m (contract St Goar 24 May 1363) ANNA Pfalzgräfin bei Rhein, daughter of RUPRECHT II Pfalzgraf bei Rhein, Elector Palatine & his wife Beatrice of Sicily [Aragon] (1346-30 Nov 1415). "Ruprecht…pallentzgreff bi Rine, des heiligen Romschen richs obrister truchsezze und hertzog in Beihern, und…Ruprecht der jungere von derselben…pallentzgreff bi Rine und hertzog in Beihern" agreed with "Wilhelm von Gulch grefe von dem Berge und von Rauensberg" the marriage of the latter and "Annen unsers hertzogen Ruprechts des jungern…tochter" by charter dated 24 May 1363[1852]. The Memorienbuch of Düsseldorf St Maria records the death "III Kal Dec 1415" of "domine Anne de Bavaria ducisse Montensis” and in memory of “Wilhelmi ducis eius conthoralis”[1853]. Wilhelm & his wife had six children:

a) MARGARETA ([1364]-Hardegsen 18 Jun 1442, bur Hardegsen St Mauritius). "Otto…hertoge to Brunswik" granted Morgengabe to "Margareten von deme Berge unse…husvrouwen" by charter dated 24 Jun 1379[1854]. m (before 24 Jun 1379) as his second wife, OTTO Herzog von Braunschweig-Göttingen, son of ERNST I Herzog von Braunschweig in Braunschweig und Göttingen & his [[first] wife [Barbara von Sagan]/[second] wife Adelheid ---/[third] wife Elisabeth von Hessen] ([1330/40]-Hardegsen 13 Dec 1394, bur Wiebrechtshausen).

b) RUPRECHT (-Burg Padberg 29 Jun 1394, bur Paderborn Cathedral). Bishop of Passau and Paderborn.

c) GERHARD (-22 Oct 1435). "Wilhelm van Guilge…hertzouge van dem Berge ind greue zo Rauensberg ind…Geirhart, Adolff ind Wilhelm gebroedere van dem Berge ind grauen zu Rauensberg" agreed to divide their territories, whereby the sons were granted "sloss Hoekeshoeuen…onsse stat Wipperfurde mit der vesten van Steynbech ind onsse stat Lenepe mit der vesten van Birnfelt", by charter dated 24 Oct 1397[1855]. Priest at Köln.

d) ADOLF (-Köln 14 Jul 1437, bur Köln St Martin). "Wilhelm van Guilge…hertzouge van dem Berge ind greue zo Rauensberg ind…Geirhart, Adolff ind Wilhelm gebroedere van dem Berge ind grauen zu Rauensberg" agreed to divide their territories, whereby the sons were granted "sloss Hoekeshoeuen…onsse stat Wipperfurde mit der vesten van Steynbech ind onsse stat Lenepe mit der vesten van Birnfelt", by charter dated 24 Oct 1397[1856]. Duke of Berg 1408. Duke of Jülich 1423. The Memorienbuch of Düsseldorf St Maria records the death "II Id Jul 1437" of "Adolphi Juliacensis et Montensis ducis"[1857]. Betrothed (contract 28 Oct 1397) to KATHARINA von Braunschweig, daughter of HEINRICH II Herzog von Braunschweig in Lüneburg & his first wife Sophie von Pommern (-Grimma 28 Dec 1442, bur Meissen Cathedral). "Hinric hertoge to Brunswic und to Luneborgh" intended to betrothe "Katherinen unse…dochter…wen se erst zwelff jar olt is" to "Adoulff van dem Berge greuen to Ravensberge" by charter dated 28 Oct 1397[1858]. m firstly (Château de Dun 1400) YOLANDE de Bar, daughter of ROBERT I Duke of Bar & his wife Marie de France [Valois-Capet] (-10 Jan 1421). The Memorienbuch of Düsseldorf St Maria records the death "III Id Jan 1420" of "domine Jolandis de Bare ducisse Montensis conthoralis domini Adolphi ducis de Monte…"[1859]. m secondly (Mainz 14 Feb 1430) as her first husband, ELISABETH von Bayern, daughter of ERNST Duke of Bavaria in Munich & his wife Elisabetta Visconti of Milan (-Heidelberg 5 Mar 1468, bur Kloster Höningen). Ulrich Füetrer’s Bayerische Chronik names “Margreta...die ander...Elysabeth” as the two daughters of “Hertzog Ernst des ietz jüngst gemelten hertzog Johannsen sun” and his wife “Elysabeth von Mayland”, adding that Elisabeth married “dem hertzogen vom Perg”[1860]. She married secondly (Worms 4 Oct 1440) Hesso Graf von Leiningen-Dagsburg. Adolf & his first wife had one child:

i) RUPRECHT (-12 Aug 1431). The Memorienbuch of Düsseldorf St Maria records the death "III Non Aug 1431" of "Roperti ducis iunioris Juliacensis et Montensis"[1861]. m (Köln 24 Feb 1426, Papal dispensation 8 Nov 1426) as her second husband, MARIE d’Harcourt, widow of REINOLD IV Duke of Gelre, Jülich and Zütphen, daughter of JEAN [VI] Comte d’Harcourt & his wife Catherine de Bourbon (La Saussaye 24 Feb 1380-after 1427, bur Nideggen).

e) WILHELM (1382-Bielefeld 22 Aug 1428, bur Bielefeld Marienkirche). "Wilhelm van Guilge…hertzouge van dem Berge ind greue zo Rauensberg ind…Geirhart, Adolff ind Wilhelm gebroedere van dem Berge ind grauen zu Rauensberg" agreed to divide their territories, whereby the sons were granted "sloss Hoekeshoeuen…onsse stat Wipperfurde mit der vesten van Steynbech ind onsse stat Lenepe mit der vesten van Birnfelt", by charter dated 24 Oct 1397[1862]. Abbot of Corvey 1400. Bishop of Paderborn 1400, resigned. Graf von Ravensberg 1416.

- see below.

f) BEATRIX (-Heidelberg 16 May 1395, bur Neustadt St Aegidius). The Notæ Fuerstenfeldenses record the marriage of "filiam comitis de Guliche" and Duke Ruprecht[1863]. "Ruprecht der Elter…pfaltzgreve by Rine, des heiligen Romschen richs obirster trochsess und hertzog in Beyren" agreed to marry "Wilhelm von Gulche hertzogen zum Berge und greuen zu Rauensperg unsrem…swager…Beatrix sine…dochter" by charter dated 23 May 1385[1864]. The necrology of Neustadt records the death 16 May 1395 of "Beatrix filia ducis de Monte, uxor Ruperti senioris, fundatoris huius ecclesiæ"[1865]. m (contract 23 May 1385, before 14 Nov 1385) as his second wife, RUPRECHT I Elector Palatine, son of RUDOLF I joint Duke of Upper Bavaria and joint Pfalzgraf bei Rhein & his wife Mechtild von Nassau (Wolfratshausen 9 Jun 1309-Neustadt 16 Feb 1390, bur Neustadt St Aegidius).

2. ELISABETH (-after 4 Oct 1388). The betrothal of "Otto greue zu Waldecke…Heinrich onse Sun" and "der eldesten dochter des…Gerharden eldeste Sune des marckgreuen van Juleche, greuen von dem Berghe und von Rauensberg…und Margareten siner elichen vrowen", the marriage to take place when the bride was twelve years old, is dated 25 Jul 1353[1866]. "Heinrich greue zu Waldecgen und Elizabet von dem Berge…" acknowledged payment of part of a debt by "onsse…swager und broeder…Wilhelm van Guilge hertzoge van dem Berge greue van Rauensberg und here zu Blanckenberg" by charter dated 16 Sep 1381[1867]. The Memorienbuch of Düsseldorf St Maria records the death "V Kal Nov" of "domine Elizabet de Monte comitisse de Waldeggen sororis domini Wilhelmi ducis Montensis”[1868]. m (Betrothed 25 Jul 1353, before 16 Dec 1363) HEINRICH [III] Graf von Waldeck, son of OTTO [II] Graf von Waldeck & his first wife Mathilde von Braunschweig-Lüneburg (-Schloß Waldeck 16 Feb 1397).

3. MARGARETA (-Monreberg 10 Aug 1425, bur Kleve). "Wilhelm van Guilge greue van dem Berge ind van Rauensberg, ind…Anna van Beyeren, greuinne derseluer lande ind des vurgenanten greuen Wilhelms…huys frauwen, ind…Margareta des vurgenanten greuen Wilhelms moder, ind…Margareta des vurg. greuen Wilhelms suster, ouch greuinne der vurgenanten lande" obtained a loan from the town of Kaiserswerth, in return for granting customs and other rights from "Roprechte dem jongen, Palantzgreue by Ryne ind hertzogen in Beyeren, onsem…sweher", by charter dated 15 Dec 1368[1869]. The basis for Margareta being described in this document as "greuinne" of Berg and Ravensberg is not known. The marriage contract of "Adolph greue van Cleue" and "onse…swager…Willem van Gulich greue van den Berghe end van Rauensbergh, Margareten syn zuster" is dated 23 Sep 1369[1870]. m (contract 23 Sep 1369) ADOLF [I] Graf von Kleve, son of ADOLF [III] Graf von der Mark & his wife Margareta von Kleve (1334-Kleve 7 Sep 1394, bur Kleve).

WILHELM von Jülich, son of WILHELM VII Duke of Jülich and Berg & his wife Anna Pfalzgräfin bei Rhein (1382-Bielefeld 22 Aug 1428, bur Bielefeld Marienkirche). "Wilhelm van Guilge…hertzouge van dem Berge ind greue zo Rauensberg ind…Geirhart, Adolff ind Wilhelm gebroedere van dem Berge ind grauen zu Rauensberg" agreed to divide their territories, whereby the sons were granted "sloss Hoekeshoeuen…onsse stat Wipperfurde mit der vesten van Steynbech ind onsse stat Lenepe mit der vesten van Birnfelt", by charter dated 24 Oct 1397[1871]. Abbot of Corvey 1400. Bishop of Paderborn 1400, resigned. Graf von Ravensberg 1416.

m ([1416]) ADELHEID von Tecklenburg, daughter of NIKOLAUS [II] Graf von Tecklenburg [Schwerin] & his wife --- (-12 Mar 1419). The primary source which confirms her parentage and marriage has not been identified.

[Betrothed ([after 1419]) to JUTTA von Kleve, daughter of ADOLF I Graf von Kleve und von der Mark & his wife Margareta von Jülich. Wernher Teschenmacher’s Annales Cliviæ (1630s) records that “Juttam”, daughter of Adolf Graf von Kleve and his wife, was betrothed to “Wilhelmo Juliæ duci” after the death of his first wife, the editor of the edition consulted quoting no earlier primary source which confirms this information[1872]. This report is presumably garbled in some way if not totally inaccurate. Not only would Wilhelm von Jülich have been Jutta’s first cousin, and a Papal dispensation for their marriage therefore unlikely to be issued at that time, but the ruling duke of Jülich was then Wilhelm’s brother Adolf.]

Wilhelm & his wife had one child:

1. GERHARD [VII] (-18 Aug 1475). Canon at Köln 1430, resigned. Duke of Jülich and Berg. The Memorienbuch of Düsseldorf St Maria records the death "XV Kal Sep 1475" of "domini Gerardi Juliacensis et Montensis ducis"[1873]. m (1444) SOPHIE von Sachsen-Lauenburg, daughter of BERNHARD Herzog von Sachsen-Lauenburg & his wife Adelheid von Pommern (-9 Sep 1473). Botho’s Chronicon Brunsvicensium Picturatum names “Soffya”, who married “den Hertoghen van den Barge”, as daughter son of “Hertoghe Bernd, Hertoghen Ereken sone to Sassen, unde eyn Here to Louenborch” and his wife[1874]. The Memorienbuch of Düsseldorf St Maria records the death "VI Id Sep 1473" of "domine Sophie de Sassen ducisse Juliacensis et Montensis" and in memorial of “domini Gerardi ducis eius conthoralis”[1875]. Gerhard & his wife had three children:

a) WILHELM [VIII] (9 Jan 1455-6 Sep 1511). He succeeded in 1475 as WILHELM [IV] Duke of Jülich and Berg. m firstly (Saarbrücken 19 Oct 1472) ELISABETH von Nassau-Saarbrücken, daughter of JOHANN [II] Graf von Nassau-Saarbrücken & his first wife Jeanne de Looz zu Heinsberg (19 Oct 1459-9 Mar 1479). The Memorienbuch of Düsseldorf St Maria records the death "V Id Mar 1479" of "domina Elizabeth de Nassauwe ducissa et conthoralis...domini nostri Wilhelmi ducis Juliancensis et Montensis"[1876]. m secondly (8 Jul 1481) SIBYLLE von Brandenburg, daughter of ALBRECHT ACHILLES Elector of Brandenburg & his second wife Anna von Sachsen (Ansbach 31 May 1467-Kaster 9 Jul 1524, bur Altenberger Cathedral). Botho’s Chronicon Brunsvicensium Picturatum records the second of the daughters of “Marggreven Albrecht, Marggreven Frederikes sone to Brandenborch unde Borggreve” and his second wife marrying “den Hertoghen van Bergh unde Julich” but does not name her[1877]. Wilhelm VIII & his second wife had one child:

i) MARIE (3 Aug 1491-Büderich 29 Aug 1543). m (1 Oct 1510) JOHANN von Kleve, son of JOHANN II Duke of Kleve & his wife Mathilde von Hessen (Kleve 10 Nov 1490-6 Feb 1539, bur Kleve). Duke of Jülich and Berg 1511. Duke of Kleve 1521. Herzog von Jülich-Kleve-Berg 1524.

b) ADOLF (1458-1470).

c) GERHARD (-young).

C. HERREN von FRENZ, HERREN von STOLBERG

Burg Frenz is located about 15 kilometres east of Aachen and 10 kilometres south of Jülich in the present-day German Land Nordrhein-Westfalen (Kreis Düren). Burg Stolberg is located about 5 kilometres east of Aachen, south of Eschweiler (Städteregion Aachen).

Fahne records Frenz as “eine Herrlichkeit im ehemaligen jülichschen Amte Nörvenich”[1878]. Reconstruction of the Frenz family is challenging. In many cases, the conclusion about one family relationship depends on the conclusion about another. The problems are complicated by the secondary sources whose commentaries are sometimes mutually contradictory. As an example, Fahne’s mid-19th century Frenz reconstruction is incomplete and difficult to reconcile with the primary sources[1879], while later in the 19th century Ernst von Oidtman published two studies linked to the Frenz family, one in his collection of genealogical works (cited below as “Oidtman (Sammlung)”)[1880], the other his article about the Herrschaft Stolberg (“Oidtman (Stolberg)”), which are also difficult to reconcile[1881]. Two major unresolved questions are identifying the husband of Mechtild, named in a charter dated 1269, and the father of Wilhelm [VII] Herr von Frenz: in both cases, it is not possible to decide, with any confidence, which of several different possibilities represent the correct answer. These problems are discussed in the following reconstruction, which remains far from satisfactory. Hopefully other researchers will highlight further source materials which throw light on the problems.

I am grateful to Bert M. Kamp for sharing his insights into the problems associated with this family.

The information currently available about the following six individuals is insufficient to reconstruct their family relationships. Nevertheless, the 17 Sep 1156 charter cited below, recording a joint sale of property by Wilhelm [I] von Frenz and Wilhelm [II] von Stolberg, suggests a close family connection between the two: maybe the Stolberg family was a junior branch of Frenz. The last male member of the Stolberg family appears to have been Wilhelm von Stolberg Deacon of Köln cathedral, named in sources dated between 28 Feb 1235 and 8 Apr 1274, and whose death is recorded 9 May[1882]. Soon afterwards (Aug 1277), Wilhelm [VI] von Frenz was enfeoffed as Herr von Stolberg (see below): maybe his enfeoffment was arranged to keep Stolberg within the Frenz family circle.

1. HARPER [I] von Frenz (-after 13 Apr 1104). "…Hartpern de Fraegenze…" witnessed the 13 Apr 1104 charter under which Friedrich Archbishop of Köln confirmed property “in Horenchusen” to “Meginherus de Randenrode” and revenue from a donation made to Köln St Maria ad gradus[1883]. No other document has been found which names Harper.

2. REINHARD [I] von Stolberg (-after 30 Sep 1118). "Comes Gerardus" founded a church “in meo allodio Wassenberg” by charter dated 30 Sep 1118, witnessed by “…Liberi homines…Reinardus de Stalburg…”[1884]. No other document has been found which names Reinhard. German Wikipedia indicates that Burg Stolberg was built “Im 12. Jahrhundert” with “Renardus von Stalburg” as the probable founder (no sources cited)[1885]. A family relationship between the Frenz and Stolberg families is suggested by the 17 Sep 1156 charter cited below.

3. WILHELM [I] von Frenz (-after 17 Sep 1156). A charter of Emperor Friedrich I dated 17 Sep 1156 records that Arnold [II] Archbishop of Köln (archbishop 1152-1155) had bought property from "duobus…Willehelmo de Uregenze et Willehelmo de Stalburch"[1886]. No other document has been found which names Wilhelm [I]. Their joint sale of property suggests that Wilhelm [I] von Frenz and Wilhelm von [II] Stolberg were closely related.

4. WILHELM [II] von Stolberg (-after 17 Sep 1156). A charter of Emperor Friedrich I dated 17 Sep 1156 records that Arnold [II] Archbishop of Köln (archbishop 1152-1155) had bought property from "duobus…Willehelmo de Uregenze et Willehelmo de Stalburch"[1887]. No other document has been found which names Wilhelm [II]. Their joint sale of property suggests that Wilhelm [I] von Frenz and Wilhelm von [II] Stolberg were closely related. Maybe the Stolberg line was a junior branch of the Frenz family.

5. REINHARD [II] von Stolberg (-after 22 Feb 1166). Reinald Archbishop of Köln confirmed an agreement dividing their succession between "domna Elisabeth de Randenrothe…sororem eius comitissam de Mere domnam…Hildegundem" after the death of Hildegund, in the presence of “Willelmus comes Iuliacensis et frater eius Gerardus…Reinardus de Stalburg…”, by charter dated 22 Feb 1166[1888]. No other document has been found which names Reinhard. The possible family relationship between the Frenz and Stolberg families is discussed above.

6. HARPER [II] von Frenz (-[2 Nov 1242/1252]). Herr von Frenz: the 2 Nov 1242 charter, which records the terms for the release of Konrad Archbishop of Köln by Wilhelm Graf von Jülich, names "C. dominum de Mulinarchin, Ph. dominum de Wildinberg, W. dominum de Saffinberg, Burgravium de Arberg, Johannem de Aldindorp, Har. dominum de Vreinze…" as guarantors[1889]. No other document has been found which names Harper. He presumably died before 1252, when Wilhelm [III] was named as Herr von Frenz (see below). No precise indication of his date of death has been found.

The parentage of Wilhelm [III] von Frenz has not been ascertained. The chronology suggests that he could have been the brother of Harper [II], or maybe Harper’s son (depending on Harper’s birth date which, based on the limited information available, is impossible to estimate).

1. WILHELM [III] von Frenz ([before 1210/15?]-[1252/17 Apr 1259?]). Wilhelm [III]’s birth date is suggested on the assumption that the following document refers to him and that he was an adult at the time: "Waleramus de Lymburch" confirmed that "nepos meus Willelmus comes Juliacensis" had granted him “advocatiam suam de Comze”, in the presence of “ex parte autem nepotis mei comitis…Willelmus de Vrencen…”, by charter dated 19 Feb 1237[1890]. This suggested birth date is also consistent with the likely birth date of his [first] wife, discussed below. [The 2 Nov 1242 charter, recording the terms for the release of Konrad Archbishop of Köln by Wilhelm Graf von Jülich, names "Wilhelmum de Vreinze…viros nobiles…" first in the list of hostages[1891]. While hostages were usually children, “Th. comitem Hoistadensem” (Dietrich Graf von Hochstaden who was probably a young adult at the time: his parents’ marriage is dated to “before 1216”, although he was still “iuvenis” when he died in Jan 1246, see the Hochstaden section in the present document) was named fifth in the list, suggesting that it was ordered by age not rank. If that is correct, Wilhelm’s prominent position suggests that he was the oldest hostage, and that he was Wilhelm [III].] Herr von Frenz (named as such in the 1252 charter cited below under his wife: he is assumed to have succeeded Harper [II]). ["…Wilhelmus de Vrenze, nobiles…" witnessed a charter of Konrad Archbishop of Köln dated 24 Mar 1258 (presumably O.S.)[1892]: this document could refer either to Wilhelm [III] or Wilhelm [IV].] Documents dated from later in 1259, which name “Wilhelm von Frenz” and his brothers, are shown below under Wilhelm [IV]. No document has been found which indicates when Wilhelm [III] died. m [firstly] --- von Frankenberg, daughter of GERHARD [I] Herr von Frankenberg & his wife --- ([1210/15?]-after 1252). Her family origin is indicated by the following document, assuming that “sororius” indicates sister’s husband (its normal meaning): by charter dated 1252, “Arnoldus advocatus Porcetensis [Vogt von Burtscheid, Arnold [I] Herr von Frankenberg]…Juttam uxorem meam [Jutta von Gymnich, see the document LUXEMBOURG], et pueros meos” confirmed an agreement between Burtscheid convent and “patrem meum…Gerardum bone memorie”, in the presence of “…nobili viro Dno Willelmo de Vrenche sororio meo…Dno Gerardo milite de Pomerio cognato meo”[1893]. The suggested birth date [1210/15?] of this [first] wife is based on the following information. A charter dated 1226 records an earlier agreement between Burtscheid convent and “Gerardum advocatum eiusdem loci [her presumed father]”, witnessed by “…Heinricus, Reynhardus fratres advocati…”[1894]: the absence of Gerhard’s son, Arnold [I], from the witness list suggests that he was not yet adult, although it is unlikely that he was born later than [1210/15] considering that he was recorded with (unnamed) children in the 1252 charter. This date range is consistent with Oidtman (in his Gymnich article) recording that Arnold [I] was “1252-1270 urkundlich” (although his source confirming 1270 has not been found)[1895]. In conclusion, Gerhard [I]’s children were therefore probably born in the range [1210/30], while the dates attributed to Wilhelm [III] suggest that his wife was born in the earlier part of that range, say [1210/15]. m [secondly] (after 1252?) KUNIGUNDE, daughter of --- (-[before 1269?] or [1272?]). Fahne names “die edle Frau Cunigunde” as the only wife of Wilhelm [III] (no family origin shown, and no source cited)[1896]. Oidtman (Stolberg) assumed that Arnold von Frankenberg’s sister (see the 1252 charter) was also “Domina Kunigundis” named in the 1269 document cited below, and therefore that Wilhelm [III]’s only wife was “Kunigunde von Frankenberg”[1897]. However, this assumed co-identity is not inevitable, and in particular would be chronologically unlikely if Wilhelm/Kunigunde had a daughter Kunigunde who married Robert [II] Graf von Virneburg (although her parentage is not confirmed, as explained below). Kunigunde and her husband are named (her family origin not specified) in fragments of a charter quoted by Oidtman (Sammlung) and dated 1269 by him: “Notum quod nobilis Dominus Wilhelmus de Frence et uxor sua Domina nobilis Domina Kunigundis emerunt sibi erga” [followed by illegible wording] “…et uxorem suam Methildim dimidietatem domus, que nunc Frence vocatur…[more illegible words]…sita in lata platea et opposito domum Hermanni Nigri” [in Köln][1898]. The past tense “emerunt” and the word “nunc” both appear to indicate that this charter recorded two transactions, a past acquisition of property by Wilhelm/Kunigunde and the later confirmation by “[name illegible]/Methildim”. If that is correct, it is likely that “Wilhelmus” (and maybe also “Kunigundis”?) was deceased in 1269, although that suggestion is speculative in light of the illegible wording and the absence of the dating clause (which is not quoted by Oidtman). The possible identification of “Methildim” and her husband is discussed below. If Kunigunde was still living in 1269, maybe she died [1272], a suggestion which assumes that Fahne correctly identified Hadwig as her daughter (see below). Wilhelm [III] & his [second] wife had [two children, whose existence is speculative]:

a) [KUNIGUNDE ([late 1250s?]-after 8 May 1329). Her parentage has not been corroborated. She is not shown by Fahne[1899]. Oidtman (Sammlung) names “Kunegunde (von Frence)” as the daughter of Wilhelm [III] and his wife Kunigunde, and records her marriage with “Ruprecht Gf. von Virneburg” [Robert [II] Graf von Virneburg][1900]. Oidtman bases his statement on Gillis von Daun, husband of Robert [II]’s granddaughter Kunigunde, possessing “Haus und Herrlichkeit Vreenze (welches wohl seiner Gattin zur Sicherheit ihres Heirats gutes verpfändet war)” and that he “verzichtet zu Gunsten des Markgrafen von Gülich”[1901]. These statements have not been verified, and in any case do not inevitably mean that Gillis acquired his interest in Frenz from his wife and her grandmother. The Virneburg family chronology suggests that Oidtman (Sammlung) could only be right if Kunigunde’s mother was Wilhelm [III]’s [second] wife: while estimating the birth dates of Robert [II]’s children is difficult (follow Robert’s hyperlink for details), the marriage dates of his daughters suggest their mother’s birth in the late 1250s or later. Alternative suggestions have been made about the parentage of Robert’s wife (follow his hyperlink for details). m ROBERT [II] Graf von Virneburg, son of HEINRICH [I] Graf von Virneburg & his wife Ponzetta --- (-before 1 Aug 1308).]

b) [HADWIG (-after 1272). Her parentage has not been corroborated. Fahne names “Hadwig. Ihr fällt von der Mutter her, das Haus Brunshorn auf der Breitenstraße in Cöln zu 1272” as daughter of “Wilhelm edler Herr v. Frenz” and “die edle Frau Cunigunde”[1902]. The primary source on which Fahne based this statement has not been found. Fahne’s use of “herfallen” may suggest a testamentary disposition. Presumably Hadwig was unmarried in 1272, as Fahne names no husband. No other reference to Hadwig has been found. “Haus Brunshorn in der Breitestraße [Köln]” was later occupied by Johann Marschall von Alfter and his wife Richardis von Kerpen, undated but Johann was named in sources dated between 1342 and 30 Jun 1360[1903]. No connection has been found between the Frenz family and Johann or his wife.]

Four siblings. No primary source has been found which confirms their parentage. Their suggested birth dates indicate they may have been cousins of Wilhelm [III]. The name “Wirich” given to the third brother, and not yet found in earlier Frenz sources, may have been introduced into the family from their mother’s family. A completely different perspective on the Frenz family relationships is indicated by Fahne who shows “Wilhelm” (husband of “die edle Frau Cunigunde”, so Wilhelm [III]) as the brother of Wirich [I][1904]. This would mean that Wilhelm [III] and Wilhelm [IV] were the same person. However, Fahne’s reconstruction is incomplete (he shows none of Wilhelm [IV]’s descendants), and his suggestion would require reconciling all the information shown in the present section for both Wilhelm [III] and Wilhelm [IV] which, at first sight, appears difficult. Until more information comes to light, it is assumed that Wilhelm [III] and Wilhelm [IV] were different persons.

1. WILHELM [IV] von Frenz ([1220?]-[1269, after 7 May]). His estimated birth date assumes that he was the father of Wilhelm [V] as shown below. ["…Wilhelmus de Vrenze, nobiles…" witnessed a charter of Konrad Archbishop of Köln dated 24 Mar 1258 (presumably O.S.)[1905]: this document could refer either to Wilhelm [III] or Wilhelm [IV],] Herr von Frenz: "…Wilhelmus dom. de Vrense, Wiricus eius germanus…viri nobiles…" witnessed a charter of Konrad Archbishop of Köln dated 17 Apr 1259[1906], presumably referring to Wilhelm [IV] and his brother Wirich [I]. “Walrauen de Greuen Wilhelms bruder van Guleche inde Megteld sin Wif” and Engelbert Archbishop of Köln confirmed their agreement settling a dispute about “Are…Pellenz…Arewilre inde Rembag…Hostaden”, advised by “…heren Wilhelms des edelen mannes van Vrenze ind heren Hapernes sines Bruder [Harper [III]]”, with another charter relating to the same matter, both dated to 1262[1907]. The city of Köln confirmed citizenship rights of “vir nobilis Willehelmus de Vrenze” by charter dated 9 May 1263, sealed by “Wilhelmi de Frencen” [presumably the same person][1908]. “…her Walraue van Guleghe, her Wilhelm, her Harpern inde her Wirich die gebruderen van Vrenze…” witnessed the charter dated 7 May 1263 which records an agreement between “Wilhelm der Greue van Guleghe” and the city of Köln[1909]. "…Her Wilhelm inde her Harpern die gebrudere van Vreenze…" witnessed the 30 Jun 1263 charter which records an agreement between "Diether der greue van Kalzinellenboge" and the city of Köln[1910]. Archbishop Engelbert recorded an agreement with the city of Köln by charter dated 25 Aug 1263, witnessed by "…her Wilhelm der here van Vrenze…"[1911]. "…Wilhelmus dominus de Vrenze et Harpernus frater suus…" are named in the 8 Mar 1264 charter which records another agreement between the archbishop and the city of Köln[1912]. "…Wilhelmus dominus de Vrence…viri nobiles…" witnessed the 18 Dec 1265 charter which records an agreement between "Walramus frater comitis Juliacensis et Magtheldis uxor sua" and the city of Köln concerning “bonis ad comitatus de Hoestaden et Are”[1913]. ["…Wilh. de Vrenze" was recorded as witness in one version of a charter dated 18 Feb 1268 issued by "Theodericus dominus de Heinisberg"[1914]: this document could refer either to Wilhelm [IV] or Wilhelm [V].] “…Wilheame saingor de Vrenche…” witnessed the charter dated 22 Jul 1268 which records the marriage contract between “Gerars de Lusselebor sires de Drubuilh…nostre…filhe Ermensent” and “Ferris sire de Blanckencheim…nostre…filh Gerart”[1915]. “…Wilhelmus de Vrenze…milites, proximi consanguinei partim fideles et castrenses, viri nobilis Walerami Ducis Limburgensis” and others issued a charter dated 28 Jan 1268 (O.S.) after the duke’s release from prison[1916]. "…Her Wilhelm, her Harpern inde her Wirich die gebrudere van Vrenze…" witnessed the charter dated 7 May 1269 which records a treaty between "Wilhelm der greue van Guleghe" and the city of Köln[1917]. The Memorienbuch des Klosters Wenau records 4 Apr (no year specified) “Wilhelmi militis de Frentze et Wilhelmi militis filii sui” and their donation (as both father and son are named in the entry, it probably commemorates the date of the donation not the date of one of their deaths)[1918]. The joint donation was probably made towards the end of Wilhelm [IV]’s life. m firstly ([before [1245]?]) ---. This first marriage is indicated as Wilhelm [IV]’s son Wilhelm [V] must have been born from an earlier marriage. m secondly ([1259, after Aug?]) SOPHIE von Hückeswagen, daughter of --- von Hückeswagen & his wife Jutta --- ([1240/45?]-after Aug 1277). Follow her hyperlink for discussion about her parentage. "Jutta nobilis matrona de Hukinswage et...Beatrix, Sophia, Adela, Methildis, Elizabeth et Caterina filie eiusdem matrone" relinquished claims to “patronatus ecclesie in Hanrode” in favour of Kloster Gräfrath, by charter dated Aug 1259[1919]. The family origin of Wilhelm [IV]’s wife is indicated by the Aug 1277 charter cited below. The couple probably married after Aug 1259, as the charter cited above suggests that Jutta’s daughters were all unmarried at the time as no husbands were named. This suggestion is compatible with the proposed reconstruction of the Frenz family shown here. "Wilhelmus de Vrenze, filius quondam domini Wilhelmi de Vrenze et Sophie uxoris sue de Hukenswage" relinquished certain revenue from the city of Köln received by "progenitores nostri domini castri de Vrenze", with the advice of “domini Wirici de Vrenze patrui nostri et domine Sophie matris nostre”, and was enfeoffed with “curtem nostram Stolburg sitam in villa Vrenze”, by charter dated Aug 1277, sealed by “domini Wirici patrui nostri et domine Sophie matris nostre predictorum”[1920]. Follow the hyperlink to the father of Wilhelm [VII] Herr von Frenz for discussion about whether Sophie von Hückeswagen was Wilhelm [VII]’s mother, which if correct would mean that she married secondly (before 20 Nov 1282) as his second wife, Gerhard [I] Herr von Dyck. If that second marriage is correct, Sophie would probably have died [late 1301/early 1302?], but her identity as Wilhelm [VII]’s mother is only one of the possibilities. Wilhelm [IV] & his first wife had one child:

a) WILHELM [V] von Frenz ([before 1245?]-[26 Oct 1271/Aug 1277]). The existence of Wilhelm [V] is indicated by the Memorienbuch des Klosters Wenau which records 4 Apr (no year specified) “Wilhelmi militis de Frentze et Wilhelmi militis filii sui” and their donation[1921]. It is difficult to see to whom this entry could refer if not Wilhelm [IV] and Wilhelm [V]. The entry also confirms that the son was old enough to have been knighted before his father died and was therefore not Wilhelm [VI] (see below), hence his suggested birth date “[before 1245?]”. Cases of two brothers with the same name, while unusual, have been noted especially if born from different marriages. ["…Wilh. de Vrenze" was recorded as witness in one version of a charter dated 18 Feb 1268 issued by "Theodericus dominus de Heinisberg"[1922]: this document could refer either to Wilhelm [IV] or Wilhelm [V].] Herr von Frenz, succeeding his supposed father in 1269, after 7 May: it is suggested that the following documents refer to Wilhelm [V] not Wilhelm [VI] as they do not name Wilhelm’s brothers (as was the case with many of Wilhelm [IV]’s documents as shown above). “…domini Wilhelmi de Vrenze…” sealed the charter dated 2 Aug 1270 relating to the release of “Sibertus dictus Rode de Kerbuisch miles” from prison[1923]. “nobiles Wilhelmus dominus de Vrenze…” confirmed that “Theodericus nobilis vir dominus de Schinna” had reconciled himself with the city of Köln after his imprisonment by charter dated 9 Jul 1271, sealed by “nos Wilhelmus dominus de Vrenze…”[1924]. "Virorum nobilium domini Wilhelmi comitis predicti [=Juliacensis], Wilhelmi de Vrenze…" witnessed the 10 Jul 1271 charter under which "viri nobiles Theodericus de Schina et Godefridus primogenitus suus" granted property to the city of Köln[1925]. “Albertus de Deile…” and others confirmed that “Henricus de Deile pater et consanguineus noster” had reconciled himself with the city of Köln after his imprisonment, by charter dated 26 Oct 1271, sealed by “nobilis viri Wilhelmi domini de Vrenze”[1926]. Wilhelm [V] presumably died soon after 26 Oct 1271 as no later charters have been found which name “Wilhelm Herr von Frenz”, and certainly before Aug 1277 as he is not named in the charter which enfeoffed Wilhelm [VI] with Stolberg (see below).

Wilhelm [IV] & his second wife had [two] children:

b) WILHELM [VI] von Frenz [later von Stolberg] ([1260?]-23 Nov [22 Jul 1287/7 Dec 1304]). His parentage is confirmed by the Aug 1277 document cited below. Herr von Stolberg.

- see below.

c) [WIRICH [II] [von Stolberg] ([1261?]]-[killed Aachen 16 Mar 1278]). Oidtman (Stolberg) records a document dated 16 Mar 1278 which names “Winricus miles de Stalberg” whom he suggests may have been Wirich [I] Herr von Frenz (see below)[1927]. The corresponding document is the Memorienbuch des Klosters Wenau which records that “nobilis Wilhelmi Ducis Juliacensis, et duorum filiorum eius Wilhelmi et Rolandi. Friderici militis [not identified]. Winrici militis de Stolberg. Werneri de Merode et filii eius Werneri et fratris eius Karsilii et duorum filiorum eius…” were killed “in eodem comitatu” 16 Mar[1928]. Willems clarifies that the deceased were killed when Wilhelm Graf von Jülich attacked Aachen[1929], dated to 1278 according to sources cited in the Jülich section of the present document. The suggested co-identity of “Winricus miles de Stalburg” with Wirich [I] is doubtful. Under the Aug 1277 charter Stolberg was granted to Wilhelm [VI] von Frenz, with no interest in the fief granted to his uncle Wirich [I], who would therefore have been named “Frenz” in contemporary documents. Another possible explanation is that “Winricus miles de Stalberg” was a younger full brother of Wilhelm [VI], who lived at Stolberg with his brother and adopted the Stolberg name. The Memorienbuch indicates that he was knighted before he died, suggesting his birth “[1261?]” (bearing in mind the suggested marriage date of their parents and Wilhelm [VI]’s birth date). Nevertheless the Memorienbuch is not error free, considering that “Wilhelm von Jülich” was not “duke”, which suggests the possibility that “Stalburg” may have been another error.]

2. HARPER [III] von Frenz ([1225/35?]-after 7 May 1269). His birth date is estimated on the assumption that he was adult when first mentioned, and bearing in mind the estimated birth date of his older brother Wilhelm [IV]. "Waleramus frater comitis Juliacensis…" renounced rights in favour of Braunweiler by charter dated 26 Jan 1260, witnessed by "Harpernus vir nobilis de Vrenze…"[1930]. “…Herberti et Wirici fratres de Vrenze…” were named as guarantors in the charter dated 1261 “feria III post Remigii” ([after 13] Jan 1261 (O.S.?)) under which “Waleramus frater comitis Guliacensis” recorded that “dominus Joffridus, abbas Prumensis” had enfeoffed “nobili domine Metildi, uxori mee, et nobis” with “feoda, que quondam comites de Hoefeld ab abbatibus Prumensibus tenuerunt…”[1931]. [Joint] Herr von Frenz: “Walrauen de Greuen Wilhelms bruder van Guleche inde Megteld sin Wif” and Engelbert Archbishop of Köln confirmed their agreement settling a dispute about “Are…Pellenz…Arewilre inde Rembag…Hostaden”, advised by “…heren Wilhelms des edelen mannes van Vrenze ind heren Hapernes sines Bruder”, another charter relating to the same matter, both dated to 1262 [1932]. “…her Walraue van Guleghe, her Wilhelm, her Harpern inde her Wirich die gebruderen van Vrenze…” witnessed the charter dated 7 May 1263 which records an agreement between “Wilhelm der Greue van Guleghe” and the city of Köln[1933]. "…her Wilhelm inde her Harpern die gebrudere van Vreenze…" witnessed the 30 Jun 1263 charter which records an agreement between "Diether der greue van Kalzinellenboge" and the city of Köln[1934]. "…Wilhelmus dominus de Vrenze et Harpernus frater suus…" are named in the 8 Mar 1264 charter which records an agreement between Engelbert Archbishop of Köln and the city of Köln[1935]. "…Her Wilhelm, her Harpern inde her Wirich die gebrudere van Vrenze…" witnessed the charter dated 7 May 1269 which records a treaty between "Wilhelm der greue van Guleghe" and the city of Köln[1936]. [The Memorienbuch des Klosters Wenau records 19 Aug “Harperni militis de Frentzen”[1937]: this entry could refer to Harper [III] or to another otherwise unrecorded family member.] No later document has been found which names Harper [III], who presumably died in late 1269 or soon afterwards.

3. WIRICH [I] von Frenz ([1226/36?]-after Aug 1277). His birth date is estimated on the assumption that he was adult when first mentioned, and bearing in mind the estimated birth date of his two older brothers. "…Wilhelmus dom. de Vrense, Wiricus eius germanus…viri nobiles…" witnessed a charter of Konrad Archbishop of Köln dated 17 Apr 1259[1938]. “…Herberti et Wirici fratres de Vrenze…” were named as guarantors in the charter dated 1261 “feria III post Remigii” ([after 13] Jan 1261 (O.S.?)) under which “Waleramus frater comitis Guliacensis” recorded that “dominus Joffridus, abbas Prumensis” had enfeoffed “nobili domine Metildi, uxori mee, et nobis” with “feoda, que quondam comites de Hoefeld ab abbatibus Prumensibus tenuerunt…”[1939]. [Joint] Herr von Frenz: “…her Walraue van Guleghe, her Wilhelm, her Harpern inde her Wirich die gebruderen van Vrenze…” witnessed the charter dated 7 May 1263 which records an agreement between “Wilhelm der Greue van Guleghe” and the city of Köln[1940]. "Th. dominus de Valkenburg" confirmed a sale by "domino Th. de Schinne, nobili viro…" to Aachen St Maria by charter dated 24 Jul 1268, in the presence of “…sub testimonio Wirici de Vrenzen…virorum nobilium…”[1941]. "…Her Wilhelm, her Harpern inde her Wirich die gebrudere van Vrenze…" witnessed the charter dated 7 May 1269 which records a treaty between "Wilhelm der greue van Guleghe" and the city of Köln[1942]. "Wiricus nobilis de Vrense" swore allegiance to "Wilhelmus comes Juliacensis" for his fief “apud Vrensenrade eius simus castrensis” by charter dated 7 Jun 1271[1943]. “Winricus de Vrenze…” and others confirmed that “dominus Gerardus de Spralant noster…consanguineus” had reconciled himself with the city of Köln by charter dated 15 Mar 1271 (O.S.?), sealed by “…domini Gerardi predicti et domini Wirici de Vrenze”[1944]: the precise Frenz/Spralant family relationship is not known. "Wilhelmus de Vrenze, filius quondam domini Wilhelmi de Vrenze et Sophie uxoris sue de Hukenswage" relinquished certain revenue from the city of Köln received by "progenitores nostri domini castri de Vrenze" in return for enfeoffment with Stolberg (see below), with the advice of “domini Wirici de Vrenze patrui nostri et domine Sophie matris nostre”, by charter dated Aug 1277, sealed by “domini Wirici patrui nostri et domine Sophie matris nostre predictorum”[1945]. No later document has been found which names Wirich [I], who presumably died in late 1277 or soon afterwards. Whether Wirich [I] was “…Winrici militis de Stolberg…”, recorded in the Memorienbuch des Klosters Wenau as killed at Aachen 16 Mar 1278, is discussed above under the possible Wirich [II].

4. [--- von Frenz . Her family origin and marriage are indicated by the following document of her son, assuming that “avunculus” was used in its strict sense of maternal uncle and referred to Wirich [I] von Frenz: “Johannes de Burtzit miles” reconciled himself with the city of Köln, after his detention by “proximos et consanguineos Ottonis de Belle”, who had been imprisoned by "dominum de Valkenburg", by charter dated 5 Dec 1275, sealed by himself and by “domini Wiirici de Vrenze avunculi mei et domini Winemari de Gimenig consanguinei mei”[1946]. Her son is also named in the following document: a charter dated 1 Aug 1331 records that “Wilhelm greve van Güilge” accepted to arbitrate a dispute between “Arnolt van Frankenberg” and the city of Köln, involving "heren Johanne van Burtschit riddere, ayngen desselven Arnoltz" and resulting from differences which “Otten van Belle…die Emunt van Frankenberg sun desselven heren Johans vader des vursprochgin Arnolz” had with the city concerning an agreement sealed by "deselve her Johan inde her Wirich van Vrenze sin ume inde her Wenemer van Gemenich sin maich”[1947]. m --- von Bourscheid, son of ---. The primary source which identifies him in the Bourscheid family (see the document LUXEMBOURG) has not been found.]

As noted below, the husband of “Methildim”, recorded in the 1269 charter, would have been named only in the parts of the document which are no longer legible. As discussed above under Kunigunde, [second] wife of Wilhelm [III], the wording of the legible parts suggests that the charter recorded two transactions, a past purchase by Wilhelm/Kunigunde and the later confirmation by “[name illegible]/Methildim”. If that is correct, Mechtild’s husband was probably also a Frenz. The only known “Mechtild” in the Frenz family was Mechtild von Reifferscheid, wife of Wilhelm [VI] von Frenz Herr von Stolberg (see below), but her identification as “Methildim” seems chronologically impossible if the 1269 charter is correctly dated. Oidtman (Stolberg) further confuses matters by saying (without citing the 1269 charter) that “Wilhelm Herr von Stolberg [Wilhelm [VI]]” married firstly “Kunigunde von Frankenberg [shown above as Wilhelm [III]’s [second] wife]” and secondly “Mechtilde von Reifferscheidt”[1948], which seems impossible. Wilhelm [IV] is excluded as Mechtild’s husband, as in 1269 he was married to Sophie von Hückeswagen. The remaining possibilities seem to be Wilhelm [V], or one of the brothers Harper [III] or Wirich [I] (in their case assuming that the property recorded in 1269 had been granted to a junior member of the family). A completely different case would be that the husband of “Methildim” was not a Frenz, for example he was Walram von Jülich (died 1271, brother of Wilhelm [IV] Graf von Jülich) who married Mechtild von Müllenark, this couple being named in several Frenz charters which are cited above.

1. --- [von Frenz/von ---] (-after 1269). The alternative possibilities for Mechtild’s husband are discussed above. m (1269 or before) MECHTILD, daughter of --- (-after 1269). Mechtild is named in fragments of a charter quoted by Oidtman (Sammlung) and dated 1269 by him: “Notum quod nobilis Dominus Wilhelmus de Frence et uxor sua Domina nobilis Domina Kunigundis emerunt sibi erga” [followed by illegible wording] “…et uxorem suam Methildim dimidietatem domus, que nunc Frence vocatur…[more illegible words]…sita in lata platea et opposito domum Hermanni Nigri” [in Köln][1949]. Mechtild’s husband was presumably named in the illegible part of this 1269 charter, but Oidtman (Sammlung) does not attempt to identify him. Other difficulties with this document are that Oidtman (Sammlung) neither provides an indication of the length of the illegible parts (i.e. to estimate how many words might be missing, which may be significant), nor reproduces the document’s dating clause (which may provide an indication whether the charter actually recorded two transactions as suggested above).

Stolberg [bei Aachen] was granted to Wilhelm [VI] von Frenz in Aug 1277, after the extinction in the male line of the earlier Stolberg family (a possible junior branch of the Frenz family as suggested above). The enfeoffment of Wilhelm [VI], a younger son if the reconstruction shown here is correct, may have been designed to retain Stolberg within the Frenz family circle. Despite the reference in the Aug 1277 document to his “dominium” over Frenz (see below), Wilhelm [VI] was not named “Herr von Frenz” either in this charter or in later documents in which he was “Herr von Stolberg”, with no reference to Frenz, nor did his descendants inherit Frenz. While this observation is consistent with Wilhelm [VI] being a younger son, it would not exclude all living male family members sharing some interest in the “dominium” and prompting this reference in the Aug 1277 document.

WILHELM [VI] von Frenz [later von Stolberg], son of WILHELM [IV] Herr von Frenz & his second wife Sophie von Hückeswagen ([1260?]-23 Nov [22 Jul 1287/7 Dec 1304]). His parentage is confirmed by the Aug 1277 document cited below. His birth is estimated to [1260?] consistent with the suggested marriage date of his parents, and bearing in mind his possible age in Aug 1277 as discussed below. Herr von Stolberg: under a charter dated Aug 1277: "Wilhelmus de Vrenze, filius quondam domini Wilhelmi de Vrenze et Sophie uxoris sue de Hukenswage" relinquished certain revenue from the city of Köln which had been received by "progenitores nostri domini castri de Vrenze", following the advice of “domini Wirici de Vrenze patrui nostri et domine Sophie matris nostre”, and was enfeoffed (by the city) with “curtem nostram Stolburg sitam in villa Vrenze, que est allodium nostrum”, the document confirming his obligation as holder of “dominium castri de Vrenze” to support the city, sealed by “domini Wirici patrui nostri et domine Sophie matris nostre predictorum”[1950]. The involvement of Wilhelm’s mother in this charter suggests that he was still a minor or had recently reached adulthood – no definite indication has been found of the age of majority in the Lower Rhine area at that time. Wilhelm [VI] was named as living in the 22 Jul 1287 charter cited below under his wife, but died before 7 Dec 1304 when his wife was named his widow. No more precise indication of his date of death has been found. The necrology of Burtscheid records the death “IX Kal Dec” [23 Nov] of “Wilhelmus de Stalburg” and his donation of harvest[1951], which probably refers to Wilhelm [VI].

m ([1275/78?]) MECHTILD von Reifferscheid, daughter of JOHANN [I] Herr von Reifferscheid & his wife Jutta von Isenburg (1254 or before-26 Mar ----, [24 Jun 1305/1319]). Her marriage date is suggested from her likely birth date, but bearing in mind the likely age of her husband. No indication has been found of the precise year of her birth, other than the date her father died. Her parentage and marriage are indicated by the following document: “Johannes...dominus de Ripersceit”, for himself and on behalf of “sorore nostra domina Methilde uxore viri nobilis domini Wilhelmi de Stailburg”, renounced rights in their jointly held property “in Paffendorp”, previously held by their mother, in favour of Essen abbey, for the soul of “matris nostre”, by charter dated 22 Jul 1287[1952]. "[Unnamed] relicta quondam nobilis domini de Staylburg et Wiricus, filius et heres noster" granted "…jurnalia terre arabilis, sita apud viam Aquensem versus Baystwilre, et…apud Semitam versus Vlouerke” to “Godefrido domino de Heynsberg" by charter dated 7 Dec 1304 [1953]. The following document indicates that Mechtild succeeded as Frau von Setterich (“…rationi nostri dominii…”) on the death of her older sister Hedwig [Heilwig] (whose precise date of death is unknown): “Megtildis relicta bone memorie dni Willelmi dni de Stoylburch militis” confirmed the donation of “bona…sita in territorio de Setterig”, which had been bought by “quondam domicella Hadewigis soror nostra monialis monasterii in Purcheio prope Aquis” and donated to Burtscheid by her “dum vixerit” and which “bona rationi nostri dominii in villa et territorio de Setterich a nobis et nostro filio Wirico predicto descendunt” [i.e. when Hedwig died], for the souls of “dicti dni Willelmi nostri mariti ac...nostre et Wirici nostri filii”, by charter dated 13 Jan 1304 (O.S.); the donation was confirmed by her son Wirich [III] in a second charter dated 13 Jan 1304 (O.S.), and in a third charter issued by the convent dated 24 Jun 1305[1954]. Willems describes the seals attached to the 13 Jan 1304 (O.S.) charters[1955]. The necrology of Burtscheid records the death “VII Kal Apr” of “da. Methildis da. de Stalberch” and her donation of harvest[1956]. No indication has been found of Mechtild’s year of death. She is recorded as deceased in the early-Jan 1319 (O.S.?) charter of her daughter Heilwig [Hedwig].

Wilhelm [VI] & his wife had two children:

1. WIRICH [III] von Stolberg ([1280/85?]-20 Jan ----, after 24 Jun 1305). "[Unnamed] relicta quondam nobilis domini de Staylburg et Wiricus, filius et heres noster" granted "…jurnalia terre arabilis, sita apud viam Aquensem versus Baystwilre, et…apud Semitam versus Vlouerke” to “Godefrido domino de Heynsberg" by charter dated 7 Dec 1304[1957]. Wirich is named in the three charters dated 13 Jan 1304 (O.S.) and 24 Jun 1305 cited above under his mother. He was presumably adult at the time (although the age of majority in the Lower Rhine area at that time has not been confirmed with certainty), as he confirmed one of these charters in his own name (as “Wiricus de Stoilburg filius nobilis viri dni Willelmi dni de Stoilburg pie recordationis”), sealing with the seal of “dne matris mee …” because “sigillo proprio careo”. [Herr von Stolberg: none of the charters in which he is named accord him this title, although he would have succeeded his father as such (it is reasonable to suppose that Wirich acted as Herr von Stolberg and his mother as Frau von Setterich in the 13 Jan 1304 (O.S.) charters). No indication has been found of Wirich’s date of birth, except his sealing with his mother’s seal suggests that he was still relatively young in 1305 (therefore born [1280/85?]). [Herr von Setterich: he would have succeeded his mother as such if he had survived her (which is not known).] Oidtman says that Wirich “scheint kinderlos gestorben”[1958], which seems correct as his sister Heilwig [Hedwig] succeeded in Stolberg and Setterich as shown below. The necrology of Burtscheid records the death “XIII Kal Feb” of “Wiricus de Stalberg” and his donation of harvest[1959], an entry which presumably relates to Wirich [III]. No indication has been found of Wirich’s year of death.

2. HEILWIG [Hedwig] von Stolberg (-after 1335). Oidtman (Stolberg) names Heilwig [Hedwig] as sister and successor of Wirich [III] [Herr] von Stolberg, and records her two marriages [1960]. This family relationship and her succession to both Stolberg and Setterich are indicated by the 19 Mar 1324 charter cited below. No indication has been found of either her date of birth or the date of her first marriage. Frau von Setterich: Heilwig [Hedwig] presumably inherited Setterich after the death of her mother (or of her brother, if he survived their mother), which means that she was not “Helewigis domine de Schidriche” who was named in the 24 Dec 1285 charter cited under her maternal aunt Hedwig [Heilwig] (follow her mother’s hyperlink). Frau von Stolberg, which she presumably inherited after the death of her brother. “Arnoldus de Gymenich” [her first husband] donated property “sub districtu et dominio --- Ducis Lymburgensis...Rogansque...” to Burtscheid, for the souls of “--- parentum meorum ac --- parentum Hadewigis uxoris mee”, with the consent of “H. uxoris mee predicte”, for the anniversaries of “--- parentum meorum ac --- parentum uxoris mee predicte, nec non Beninne bone memorie prime uxoris mee feria quarta ante purificationem bte. Marie et anniversaria. meum et Hadewigis uxoris mee predicte…”, by charter dated early-Jan 1319 (O.S.?), sealed by “sigillum meum una cum sigillo Hadewigis uxoris mee predicte”, with “ego Hadewigis predicta” specifically consenting[1961]. “Arnoldus dominus de Randenroide [her second husband] et Hadwigis conthorales” transferred “nomine usufructus seu titulo donationis…castrum nostrum dictum Staylburg...[et] in Setterig...” [properties described in detail] to “Richarde domine de Riuerscheit” [Reifferscheid] by charter dated 18 Mar 1324, witnessed by “Walrami de Randerode...”[1962]. “Hadewigis domine de Randenrode” sealed the 1331 charter under which she granted property at Setterich to “dem Edelherrn Arnold von Arscheit, ihrem Verwandten [not identified]”[1963]. “Hadewigis de Sthailberg relicta quondam Arnoldi de Randenrode” acknowledged holding property “apud Setterich” from “domino suo domino de Heynsberg” by charter dated 1335[1964]. m firstly as his second wife, ARNOLD von Gymnich Herr von Heppendorf, son of --- von Gymnich & his wife [Heilswindis? ---] (-[13 Jan? ----], [Jan [1320]/27 Sep 1321]). m secondly ([1321/18 Mar 1324]) as his second wife, ARNOLD [I] Herr von Randerode, son of --- (-19 May ----, [13 Jul 1329/12 Nov 1333]).

Oidtman (Stolberg) records the later history of Stolberg which, after Heilwig [Hedwig] transferred it to Richardis (widow of Johann [III] Herr von Reifferscheid) in 1324 as noted above, remained with the Reifferscheid family until they granted possession for 7 years in 1364 to “Edmund von Barmen”. After this, Stolberg must have been sold to, or exchanged with, the Jülich ducal family who granted “seinen Erben ‘Staelberg uf der Veicht mit dem Burchberge’” in 1447 to “dem Ritter Wilhelm von Nesselrode, Herrn Vleckens Sohn, und seinen Erben”[1965].

Oidtman (Stolberg) says that the Herrschaft Setterich “fiel…an Seitenverwandte aus dem Frenz-Stolbergschen Edelherrengeschlecht zurück’” through an exchange for their residuary rights in Frenz [which appears inconsistent with Frenz later passing to Merode, see below] and Stolberg, recording “Johann, Herr von Setterich” sealing “mit einem Löwen” in 1373 and 1375, and his daughter “Nesa von Setterich, Wittwe Cunos von Reuschenberg” also sealing in 1401 “mit dem Löwen”. He adds that Setterich was inherited by the Reuschenberg family (with some information about later family members)[1966]. The basis for Oidtman saying that later holders of Setterich were “Seitenverwandte” of the Frenz family is unclear (no such junior branch has been identified): presumably another family could have purchased the Frenz family’s rights to Setterich and adopted the name.

The 12 Aug 1302 charter which names his wife Greta confirms that Wilhelm [VII] Herr von Frenz (shown below) was a different person from Wilhelm [VI] Herr von Stolberg (see above). The three charter summaries cited below, dated 12 Aug 1302, 21 Dec 1319, and 1 Jan 1310 (O.S.), confirm that Wilhelm [VII]’s mother was named Sophie and that she married Gerhard [I] Herr von Dyck as her second husband, but the primary source which confirms the identity of her first husband has not been found. The possibilities include (1) Wilhelm [V] Herr von Frenz, who would have died soon after their marriage leaving an infant son Wilhelm [VII] as heir to Frenz; (2) Wilhelm [IV] Herr von Frenz, indicating that Sophie was Sophie von Hückeswagen (the case shown by Europäische Stammtafeln[1967]) and that Wilhelm [VI] Herr von Stolberg was Wilhelm [VII]’s full brother; and (3) Wirich [I] Herr von Frenz or his brother Harper [III]. The arguments in favour or against each possibility are complex, and in any case do not obviously favour one case over the others. Until more definite information emerges, Wilhelm [VII]’s father is shown below as unknown. Interestingly, Fahne observed that Wirich [I] von Frenz sealed documents “mit einem Löwen” but that the seal of Wilhelm [VII] showed “zwei Rauten und einem Turnierkragen”, and concluded that this difference might mean that “er [=Wilhelm] nur Schwiegersohn des Wirich und der Sophia war”[1968]. The seals used by the Frenz family have not been studied, so the significance of this reported difference between their seals has not been verified.

1. --- von Frenz (-1281 or before). The identity of Sophie’s husband in the Frenz family is discussed above. m as her first husband, SOPHIE, daughter of --- (-[late 1301/early 1302]?). Her first marriage is indicated by the charters cited below which name her son Wilhelm [VII]. She married secondly (before 20 Nov 1282) as his second wife, Gerhard [I] Herr von Dyck. "Gerhardus nobilis vir dominus de Dicka" sold land "apud Busche" to Köln St. Cecilia, with the consent of “Sophia uxor dicti Gerardi legitima et Henricus de Dicka canonicus ecclesie S. Gereonis Colon. et Ludolfus de Dicka fratres dicti Gerardi”, by charter dated 20 Nov 1282[1969]. "Gerardus nobilis vir dominus de Dicka et Sophia uxor nostra" freed land "in villa et parrochia de Mirkenich" from feudal obligations by charter dated 20 Dec 1285[1970]. “Wilhelm Edelherr von Frenz (Vreynze) [Wilhelm [VII]]…samt seiner Gemahlin Greta” confirmed that “seine Mutter Sophia, Edelfrau von der Dyck” had distributed revenue from her hereditary “Hof und Allod Troisdorf (Troitsdorp)” by charter dated 12 Aug 1302[1971]. The wording of this summary (modern German, no indication of the text in the original language) suggests that Sophie was deceased at the time, her death necessitating her son’s confirmation. However, that conclusion is not beyond doubt as the 1 Jan 1310 (O.S.) charter cited below (also a summary in modern German) indicates that Wilhelm and his mother both participated in the property distribution, to which her second husband also consented (dating the consent to before [9 Apr/28 May] 1300, when he died), while the 21 Dec 1310 charter (modern German summary) indicates that the distribution was under Sophie’s testament. One explanation reconciling these three documents would be that Sophie made her testament with her second husband’s consent before he died, that she died [late 1301/early 1302], and that her son Wilhelm [VII] distributed the property in line with her testament before 13 Aug 1302. Sophie is specifically named as deceased in the 21 Dec 1310 charter summary. One child:

a) WILHELM [VII] von Frenz [later “von Neuze”] (-[12 Aug 1302/21 Dec 1310?]). Estimating Wilhelm’s birth date has not been attempted because of the doubts about his mother’s identity which are explained above. Herr von Frenz (it is unclear whom he succeeded as such, and when). [“Wilhelmus d. de Vrenze et Godefridus de Pomerio predicti” sealed the charter dated 7 Sep 1289 which records “Gerardus miles de Wiswilre [Weisweiler] dictus Anlant et Aleydis coniuges” settling a dispute with Kloster Wenau by renouncing rights over certain property, witnessed by “Godefridus dictus de Pomerio…Gerhard de Pomerio…”[1972]. It is assumed that this document refers to Wilhelm [VII], although this identification is not beyond doubt. Willems identifies him (probably incorrectly) as Wilhelm [VI] Herr von Stolburg[1973], who is not named “Herr von Frenz” in any other document (see above).] “Wilhelm Edelherr von Frenz (Vreynze)…samt seiner Gemahlin Greta” confirmed that “seine Mutter Sophia, Edelfrau von der Dyck” had distributed revenue from her hereditary “Hof und Allod Troisdorf (Troitsdorp)” by charter dated 12 Aug 1302[1974]. The following document suggests that Wilhelm [VII] may have been deceased in 1310, otherwise he would have issued the confirmation himself: “Gerhard Herr von der Dyck [Gerhard [II] Herr von Dyck, Wilhelm [VII]’s step-brother]” and “Gotschalk, Guardian der Minoriten zu Neuss” confirmed that “die verstorbene Edelfrau Sophia von Frentz (Vrenze) und von der Dyck” had distributed certain revenue under her testament “an die Konvente Eppinghoven und Gnadenthal und der Kapelle zu Fentz” by charter dated 21 Dec 1310[1975]. “Der Pfarrer Nicolaus zu Bedburdyck (in Bethburc prope Dickam)” confirmed that “der Edelherre Wilhelm von Neuze sowie Mutter Sophie” had, in the presence of “ihres Gemahls Gerhard von der Dyck”, distributed revenue “aus dem Hof Troisdorf (Troisdorp)” between “dem Konvent Eppinghoven...dem Konvent Gandenthal...und der Kapelle zu Frenz (Vrenze)” by charter dated 1 Jan 1310 (O.S.)[1976]. The explanation for Wilhelm [VII] being named “Edelherr von Frenz (Vreynze)” in 1302 and “der Edelherre Wilhelm von Neuze” in 1311 has not been found: maybe he moved his residence from Frenz to Neuze after 1302, and adopted the new name. m (before 12 Aug 1302) GRETA, daughter of --- (-after 12 Aug 1302). “Wilhelm Edelherr von Frenz (Vreynze)…samt seiner Gemahlin Greta” confirmed that “seine Mutter Sophia, Edelfrau von der Dyck” had distributed revenue from her hereditary “Hof und Allod Troisdorf (Troitsdorp)” by charter dated 12 Aug 1302[1977]. No other document has been found which names Greta or provides any indication of her family origin. Wilhelm [VII] & his wife had one child:

i) RICHARDIS von Frenz (-[24 Feb] ----, after 1324). The secondary sources cited below indicate that Richardis was heiress of Frenz, and as such was probably the daughter of Wilhelm [VII] (although the primary source which confirms her parentage has not been found). Secondary sources confuse her parentage. For example, Fahne names “Richardis Edelfrau und Erbin zu Frenz” as daughter of “Wilhelm edler Herr zu Frenze wird 1264 zum Ehrenbürger von Cöln ernannt, 1277 Vasall daselbst” (which cannot relate to Wilhelm [VII]), although he names her husband “Cono v. Molenarcken”[1978]. Willems records Richardis as younger daughter of Wilhelm [VI] Herr von Stolberg, noting that she was heiress of Frenz and adding that this parentage was confirmed by a charter dated 1324 in which her husband was named “Cono von Müllenarck Herr zu Frenz”[1979]: it is unlikely that Wilhelm [VI] was Richardis’s father, as he is not recorded as holding the Herrschaft Frenz (see above). The 1324 charter has not been seen, although German Wikipedia provides a citation reference which has not been checked[1980]. The Memorienbuch des Klosters Wenau records 24 Feb “dominæ Richardis de Frentzen” and her donation of harvest[1981], Oidtman identifying this entry as referring to Wilhelm [VII]’s daughter, the wife of Kuno von Müllenark. m KUNO von Müllenark, son of --- (-after 1324). Herr zu Frenz. Follow his hyperlink for discussion about his parentage.

German Wikipedia records that Frenz was held in 1339 by Wilhelm [VI] Markgraf von Jülich, that it was mortgaged in 1355 to “Hermann von Tomburg-Vernich” [from the Müllenark family?] and that the mortgage was redeemed in 1361 by “Richard I von Merode” whose family retained Frenz for 450 years[1982]. The 1361 charter is reproduced by Thummermuth: “Wilhelm…Herzog von Julich, Grave zu Valckenberg und Herr zu Mon Jou” enfeoffed “Herren Rickladt Herr zu Merode…und Margarethen van Wessenmahl seine ehelige weive, unser…nichten…mit dem Dorpe zu Frentzen…” by charter dated “den ersten Tag nahe unser Frawen Tag die man schrifft zu Latein assumptio” [16 Aug] 1361[1983]. Margareta van Wesemaal, Richard’s wife, was the second daughter of Willem [I] Heer van Wesemaal (see the document BRABANT, LOUVAIN).

D. HERREN von MÜLLENARK

1. GERHARD von Müllenark (-after 1141). Herr von Müllenark. Lothar King of Germany donated property to Köln St Cunibert by charter dated 10 Feb 1129 witnessed by "…Comites: Gerhardus de Gellere, Arnoldus de Thonoburg, Gerhardus de Iulicho, Herimannus de Caluala, Henricus de Kessile, Adolphus de Berge, Adolphus de Saphinberg, Liberi: Gerhardus de Hostadin, Gerhardus de Heimesberg, Ludowicus de Quinheim, Gerhardus de Mulinarco, Gerhardus de Randirode…"[1984]. Lothar King of Germany confirmed the donation to Kloster Siegburg made by "Alverada de Cuck cum suis liberis" by charter dated 2 May 1131 witnessed by "…Comes Gerhardus de Iuliaco, Comes Adolfus de Saffenberch, Gerhardus Hostath, Godefridus et frater eius Herimannus de Chuh, Gerhardus de Mulenarca…"[1985]. Bruno [II] Archbishop of Köln settled the dispute between Bonn St Cassius and Kloster Siegburg concerning the churches of Hennes and Ober-Pleis by charter dated 1132 witnessed by "Alverada de Cuck cum suis liberis" by charter dated 2 May 1131 witnessed by "…Adolfus comes de Monte, Adolfus comes de Saffenberg, Lutherus comes de Are, Gerhardus comes de Iuliaco, Gerhardus de Hostade, Gozwinus comes de Ualkenburg, Cunradus comes de Bunne, Gerhardus de Mulenarke, Gerlach et fratres eius Adelgerus et Theodericus de Gladebach, Herimannus de Rudenberg…"[1986]. Arnold [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed property of Köln Pantaleon by charter dated 1139 witnessed by "Heinricus comes de Kesle…Gerhardus de Mulenarke"[1987]. Arnold [I] Archbishop of Köln donated property to Brauweiler by charter dated 1140, witnessed by "...Gerardus comes de Bothna, Gozuinus de Falkenburch, Udo de Bruecha...Gerardus de Mulenarcha..."[1988]. "...Gerhardus de Mullenarka" witnessed the charter dated 1141 under which Arnold Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster Martilthal[1989]. m ---. The name of Gerhard’s wife is not known. Gerhard & his wife had one child:

a) --- von Müllenark . The primary source which confirms her parentage and marriage has not yet been identified. It is suggested by the charter dated 1172 quoted above in which her supposed husband is called “Herimanno comite de Mulennarchen”. m HERMANN Graf von Saffenberg, son of ADOLF Graf von Saffenberg & his wife Margareta von Schwarzenberg (-1172).

2. HERMANN von Müllenark (-after 1166). “Heremannus de Muolenarhc maioris ecclesie advocatus...” witnessed the charter dated 1166 under which Reinald Archbishop of Köln confirmed privileges of Kloster Althoff[1990].

The existence of the following person has not been confirmed. However, the 1267 charter cited below under his possible son Heinrich suggests the possibility that the latter was the uterine brother of Gerlach von Nassau Herr von Limburg an der Lahn (see the document NASSAU). If that is correct, Heinrich’s father must have belonged to an early generation of the Müllenark family. His existence has not otherwise been confirmed by primary source documents.

1. [--- von Müllenark (-before [1205/10?]). m ([1200?]) as her first husband, --- [von Büdingen], daughter of --- (-1213 or before). She married [secondly] Heinrich [I] Burggraf von Isenburg. Follow her hyperlink for discussion about her parentage and her possible first marriage. One child:

a) [HEINRICH von Müllenark ([1200/05?]-after 1267). The following document is the only one so far identified in which Heinrich is named: “Gerlach Herr von Limpurch (an der Lahn)...” agreed with “Friderich Herrn von Blanckenheim...” concerning property previously held by “Gräfin Agnes v. (Blies-)Castel” at “Mensvelden und Metterich”, by charter dated 1267, sealed by “...seinem [=Gerlachs v. Limburg] Bruder Heinrich v. Mulenarke und seiner Schwester Mehtilde Frau v. Dollendorp”[1991]. His “brother” relationship with Gerlach von Isenburg Herr von Limburg an der Lahn (see the document NASSAU) may be explained if Heinrich von Müllenark was the son of Gerlach’s mother by her first possible marriage as suggested above.]

Two brothers:

1. HERMANN [I] von Müllenark (-[1235/2 Nov 1242]). "Otto nobilis vir de Wikerode...et filios nostros...Ottonem et Theodoricum Colonienses canonicos Lutherum et Henricum" donated property to the church of Asch by charter dated 1229, witnessed by “Ludewicus de Randinrode...Lutherus comes de Hostaden, Theodericus comes de Morse, Herimannus de Molenarkin...Theodericus de Blanckenheim...Herimannus nobilis advocatus Colon...”[1992]. Herr von Müllenark. “C...Coloniensis ecclesie major prepositus” confirmed a donation to Kloster Fröndenberg, at the request of “domini Henrici Coloniensis archiepiscopi et fratris eius domini H. de Mulenarken”, by charter dated 1235[1993]. Hermann presumably died before 2 Nov 1242, when his son Konrad was named “dominum de Mulinarchin” (see below). m ---. The name of Hermann’s wife is not known. Hermann [I] & his wife had [three or more] children:

a) KONRAD [I] [Kuno] von Müllenark (-after 20 Jun 1263). His parentage is confirmed by the 11 Nov 1253 charter cited below. Herr von Müllenark. The 2 Nov 1242 charter, which records the terms for the release of Konrad Archbishop of Köln by Wilhelm Graf von Jülich, names "C. dominum de Mulinarchin, Ph. dominum de Wildinberg, W. dominum de Saffinberg, Burgravium de Arberg, Johannem de Aldindorp, Har. dominum de Vreinze…" as guarantors [1994]. "Conradus nobilis de Mulenark" donated property “in Ouerschweinheim” to Kloster Himmelsporte by charter dated 1244[1995]. "…Conradus vir nobilis de Mulenarken, Hermannus frater eius…" witnessed the charter dated 1248 under which "Henricus Dominus de Heinesberg" donated "castra…ex parte mei patris…Kestelun, Neve et Kirberg" to "fratri meo Domino Symoni ac Margarete sue uxori", in return for "Blankenberg, Saffenberg, Hilkerode"[1996]. "...Ph. de Wildenberg, Johannem et Heinricum de Rifircheit, Ar. dominum de Dist, Ludolphum de Dicka, C. dominum de Mulenarke..." acted as fiduciaries under the charter dated Jan 1248 which records the settlement of a dispute between Konrad Archbishop of Köln and “virum nobilem Waleramum de Juliaco...”[1997]. "Theodericus comes Clivensis" granted "burggravium castri Toneburgh", possessed by "pater suus dominus Hermannus a nobis ante suum obitum", to "dominum Cunradum de Mulenarchen et fratres suos et eorum consanguineos" by charter dated 11 Nov 1253[1998]. Heinrich Bishop of Utrecht granted the Vogtei of Bodelenburg to "Henrici Domini de Heinsberg…Agneti uxori sue et Theoderico eorum filio" by charter dated 17 Oct 1254 witnessed by "Conrado Domino de Mulenarke, Godefrido Comite Seinensi"[1999]. “...Her Kune van Mulenarken...” witnessed the charter dated 7 May 1263 under which “Walraue des Greven brudir van Guleghe” granted protection to the citizens of Köln[2000]. "…Her Wilhelm inde her Harpern die gebrudere van Vreenze, Her Arnolt van Gimenich, Hr Kune van Mulenarken…" witnessed the 30 Jun 1263 charter which records an agreement between "Diether der greue van Kalzinellenboge" and the city of Köln[2001]. m firstly MATHILDE von Hochstaden, daughter of LOTHAR [I] Graf von Hochstaden & his wife Mechtild von Vianden (-after 1243). Konrad Archbishop of Köln and Heinrich Graf von Sayn confirmed the donation to Heisterbach by "Henricus…comes Seynensis" donated property to Heisterbach abbey, in replacement of revenue donated by "nobilis vir Conradus de Molenarken et Methildis de Are uxor eius" by charter dated 1243[2002]. Her parentage and marriage are confirmed by the charter dated 16 Apr 1246 under which "Fredericus…heres et comes de Hostaden" donated the county of Hochstaden and the castles of Ahr, Hardt and Hochstaden to the archbishopric of Köln, and names "nepti mee, filie viri nobilis domini Conradi de Mulinarken"[2003]. A charter dated 5 Nov 1279 records that "Conradus dominus de Mulemarken" married "quondam domine Methilde filia quondam comitis de Hoistaden…in primo matrimonio" and that he married secondly "filia quondam nobilis viri de Saffenberg" by whom he had one son "Hermannum…de Toneburg"[2004]. m secondly --- von Saffenberg, daughter of ---. A charter dated 5 Nov 1279 records that "Conradus dominus de Mulemarken" married "quondam domine Methilde filia quondam comitis de Hoistaden…in primo matrimonio" and that he married secondly "filia quondam nobilis viri de Saffenberg" by whom he had one son "Hermannum…de Toneburg"[2005]. Konrad [I] & his first wife had one child:

i) MECHTILD von Müllenark ([1240]-). Her parentage and marriage are confirmed by a charter dated Jan 1248 (presumably O.S.) under which Konrad Archbishop of Köln assigned property "apud Herle" to "virum nobilem Waleramum de Juliaco ac eius sponsam Methildim filiam viri nobilis Conradi de Mulenharkin", which states that Mechtild was "nepte sue" and records that her marriage would take place when she was twelve years old when she would receive "castrum Bergheim" as dowry[2006]. "Walramus germanus domini Wilhelmi comitis Juliacensis" reached agreement on the dower of "Mechtildis filia domni Conradi de Molnerken nostra sponsa" by charter dated 1250[2007]. A charter dated 5 Nov 1279 records that "Conradus dominus de Mulemarken…filiam suam Methildim…ex…domina Methildi" married "quondam Walramo de Juliaco…de Berghem" and that she was her father’s heir in the castle of Müllenark[2008]. m (betrothed Jan 1249, [1252/53]) WALRAM von Jülich, son of WILHELM [III] Graf von Jülich & his wife Mathilde van Limburg (-1271).

Konrad [I] & his second wife had one child:

ii) HERMANN [II] von Müllenark und Tomburg (-before 24 Aug 1296). "…Hermanus de Molnarken…" witnessed the charter dated 18 Dec 1265 which records an agreement between "Walramus frater comitis Juliacensis et Megthildis uxor sua" and Konrad Archbishop of Köln[2009]. Herr von Müllenark. Herr von Tomberg. "Hermannus dominus de Mulinarke et de Thoneburg” swore allegiance to “domina nostra domina Ryhardis comitissa Juliacensis” for “nostris castris Mulinarke et Thoneburg” by charter dated 18 Mar 1277[2010]. "Hermannus dominus de Mulinarke et de Thoneburg" swore fidelity to "domina Rykardis comitissa Juliacensis" for "nostris castris Mulinarke et Thoneburg" by charter dated 18 Apr 1277[2011]. A charter dated 5 Nov 1279 records that "Conradus dominus de Mulemarken" married "quondam domine Methilde filia quondam comitis de Hoistaden…in primo matrimonio" and that he married secondly "filia quondam nobilis viri de Saffenberg" by whom he had one son "Hermannum…de Toneburg"[2012]. Butkens records the participation of “[le Sire]...de Molenarck” at the battle of Woeringen 1288[2013], presumably referring to Hermann [II]. m MECHTILD von Virneburg, daughter of HEINRICH [I] Graf von Virneburg & his wife Ponzetta ---. "Henricus comes de Virnenburg et Ponzetta uxor eius cometissa" sold property at Kell to Abtei Laach, with the consent of "Roperti primogeniti nostri et aliorum liberorum nostrorum simul et Hermanni de Muelenarke nostri generi mariti Mechtildis filie nostre", by charter dated 25 Nov 1275[2014].

- HERREN von MÜLLENARK[2015].

b) HERMANN (-after 1248). "…Conradus vir nobilis de Mulenarken, Hermannus frater eius…" witnessed the charter dated 1248 under which "Henricus Dominus de Heinesberg" donated "castra…ex parte mei patris…Kestelun, Neve et Kirberg" to "fratri meo Domino Symoni ac Margarete sue uxori", in return for "Blankenberg, Saffenberg, Hilkerode"[2016]. "…Hermannus de Molnarken…" witnessed the charter dated 5 Jan 1265 under which "Henricus dictus de Lovanio dominus in Harstale et Arnoldus frater noster" confirmed an agreement with "Adolphum comitem de Monte…et Theodericum dominum de Hynsbergh sororium nostrum"[2017].

c) [one or more] brother[s] (-after 11 Nov 1253). "Theodericus comes Clivensis" granted "burggravium castri Toneburgh", possessed by "pater suus dominus Hermannus a nobis ante suum obitum", to "dominum Cunradum de Mulenarchen et fratres suos et eorum consanguineos" by charter dated 11 Nov 1253[2018].

2. HEINRICH von Müllenark (-26 Mar 1238). Archbishop of Köln 1225. “C...Coloniensis ecclesie major prepositus” confirmed a donation to Kloster Fröndenberg, at the request of “domini Henrici Coloniensis archiepiscopi et fratris eius domini H. de Mulenarken”, by charter dated 1235[2019].

The later generations of the Müllenark family have not been copied into this document from Europäische Stammtafeln[2020] as the corresponding primary sources have not been found. Fahne’s description of the family after the late-13th century is unclear. He records “1324 Cono v. M., Herr zu Frenz” and his marriage to Richardis von Frenz (see below), as well as “Reinard Cono’s Bruder”, but does not name the parents of the two brothers[2021]. In his second volume, Fahne names Kuno as grandson of Hermann [II] Herr von Müllenark und Tomberg (see above), but his subsequent narrative is confusing: he records “Conrad [Konrad [II]]…1301…der den Beinahmen Tomberg führte” as son of “Herrmann [Hermann [II]]…1276 Herr von Mullenark, 1277 Herr von Mullenark und Tomberg und 1288 nur Herr von Tomberg nannte”, and “sein Sohn Conrad [=Kuno], wohl derjenige, welcher Richardis von Frenz heirathete”, but adds “…und sein [=Konrad [II] or Kuno?] Sohn Herrmann…von Bernich…Werner, Sohn Conrads [=Kuno?], 1339…”[2022]. Concerning Frenz, German Wikipedia records that it was held in 1339 by Wilhelm [VI] Markgraf von Jülich and that it was mortgaged in 1355 to “Hermann von Tomburg-Vernich” [Fahne’s “Herrmann…von Bernich”?][2023].

Two brothers:

1. KUNO von Müllenark (-after 1324). Herr von Frenz: a charter dated 1324 names “Cono von Müllenarck Herr zu Frenz”[2024]. This 1324 charter has not been seen, although German Wikipedia provides a citation reference which has not been checked[2025]. m (before 1324) RICHARDIS von Frenz, daughter of WILHELM [VII] Herr von Frenz & his wife Greta --- (-[24 Feb] ----, after 1324). Follow her hyperlink for information about her parentage.

2. REINHARD von Müllenark . Fahne names Reinhard as Kuno’s brother (see above).

Chapter 6. GRAFEN von KLEVE

A. ORIGINS, GRAFEN von KLEVE

The county of Duffel (Dubla or Tubalgo, see LOWER LOTHARINGIAN NOBILITY) lay south of the river Waal, east of Rijkswald, in the area in which the town of Kleve later developed[2026]. It lay north of the county of Hattuaria and subsequently belonged to the county of Kleve[2027]. The county of Kleve developed along both banks of the river Rhine, south of the county of Gelre and west of the territories of the bishopric of Münster. The Chronologia Johannes de Beke records "Theodricus Hollandie, Henricus Gelrie, et Theodricus Clivie" as the principal vassals of the archbishop of Trier in 1156[2028].

1. RUTGER [I] (-before 1051). The Annales Rodenses record that "in Flandriensi provintia duo nobiles germani fratres…alter Gerardus et alter…Rutgerus" were exiled from "Anthonium [Antoing]…iuxta flumen Xelda" and were granted "Wasenberch…[et] Clive" respectively by the emperor[2029]. Graf von Kleve 1020/50. m [WAZELA [Azela], illegitimate daughter of EZZO [Ehrenfried] Pfalzgraf von Lothringen & his mistress ---.] Her parentage and marriage are shown in Europäische Stammtafeln[2030]. The primary source on which this information is based has not been identified. It is not even known whether the connection is speculative or based on factual documentation.

2. RUTGER [II] (-2 May after [1075]). Graf von Tomburg. Vogt of St Maria ad gradus at Köln. Vogt of Stift Rees [1075]. He shown in Europäische Stammtafeln[2031]. The primary source on which this information is based has not been identified.

3. EBERHARD (-after 27 Sep 1074). Graf von Kleve. Anno Archbishop of Köln divided the church of Neutz St. Qurin, founded by "Euerhardus comes Clivensis et matrona nobilis Berta comitissa uxor sua" between the church and the archbishopric by charter dated 27 Sep 1074, witnessed by "Otto comes de Zutphen et de Gelrie..."[2032]. m BERTA, daughter of --- (-after 27 Sep 1074). Anno Archbishop of Köln divided the church of Neutz St. Qurin, founded by "Euerhardus comes Clivensis et matrona nobilis Berta comitissa uxor sua" between the church and the archbishopric by charter dated 27 Sep 1074[2033].

4. DIETRICH [I] (-before 7 Mar 1120). Graf von Kleve. Otto Abbot of Werden confirmed that the abbey had acquired “curtim Hintisle contra domnum Liupponem nobilem virum” by charter dated 1092, witnessed by "De nobilibus comes Thiedericus de Cleue, comes Godefridus de Cappenberge et Wigboldus et Bernhardus homines eius..."[2034]. Otto Abbot of Werden confirmed the donation of "ecclesie…Dale…[et] ecclesie…Lopenhild" made by "nobilis…Thuringus…et uxori sue…Reinguiz…et filie…Bertrade", after his only son was killed in battle "contra Fresones", by charter dated 1093, signed at "Mulenheim in placito Bernheri comitis, suscipiente traditionem comite de Cleve Thiderico, vice advocati ecclesie nostre Adolfi qui tunc temporis puer erat" and witnessed by "comes Thiedericus…"[2035]. Graf von Tomburg. Hermann [III] Archbishop of Köln donated “decaniam...in Auelgoe” to Kloster Siegburg by charter dated 13 Dec 1096 witnessed by "Milites: Gerhardus de Hostaden, Gozuinus, Thieodericus de Toneburc, Godescalcus"[2036]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln founded Kloster Siegburg at the request of the citizens of Remagen by charter dated 1117 witnessed by "Albertus comes Norvenich, comes Teodericus de Ara, comes Teodericus de Tuneburch, Almarus advocatus de Colonia…"[2037]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed donations to Kloster Dunwald and shared the Vogteischaft with "comitis Adolphi" by charter dated 1118 witnessed by "Adolfus comes de Monte et frater eius Euerhardus, Gerardus comes de Wassenberg […et filius eius Gerardus], Theodericus comes de Thonburch, Theodericus comes de Ara, domnus Goswinus de Hennesberg et frater eius Gerardus…Gerardus de Wyckerode…"[2038]. m ---. The name of Dietrich’s wife is not known. Dietrich [I] & his wife had one child:

a) ARNOLD [I] von Kleve (-20 Feb after 1146, bur Bedburg). Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln divided the church of Zyfflich by charter dated 1117 witnessed by "Godefridus dux, Fridericus comes de Arnesberg, Arnoldus de Clive, Heinricus comes de Sutuene…"[2039]. "Comes Arnaldus" indicated to Arras Saint-Vaast the resignation of "in pago Bathuano...ministrum Theodericum" for maladministration, referring to events "tempore patris meis comitis Theoderici", dated 16 Feb 1120[2040]. "Gerardus de Gelre, Arnoldus comes de Berge, Waleramus comes de Lemburg, Gerardus comes de Iuliaco…" signed the charter dated 1085 under which Friedrich Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster St Martin, Köln[2041]. Graf von Kleve. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln issued a charter dated 1117 relating to the church at Zufflich witnessed by "Godefridus dux, Fridericus comes de Arnesberg, Arnoldus de Cliue, Henricus comes de Sutuene"[2042]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln donated Kloster Rolandswerth on an island in the river Rhine to Kloster Siegburg by charter dated 1 Aug 1126 witnessed by "Tiedericus comes de Are, Adolfus comes de Berge, Adolfus comes de Safenberg, Arnoldus comes de Cleue, Cunradus comes de Bunna, Gerardus comes de Iuleche et filius eius Gerardus, Gerardus comes de Hostade…"[2043]. Lothar King of Germany donated property to Köln St Cunibert by charter dated 10 Feb 1129 witnessed by "…Comites: Gerhardus de Gellere, Arnoldus de Thonoburg, Gerhardus de Iulicho, Herimannus de Caluala, Henricus de Kessile, Adolphus de Berge, Adolphus de Saphinberg, Liberi: Gerhardus de Hostadin, Gerhardus de Heimesberg, Ludowicus de Quinheim, Gerhardus de Mulinarco, Gerhardus de Randirode…"[2044]. Lothar King of Germany confirmed property of Duisburg by charter dated 8 May 1129 witnessed by "…Comites: Gerhardus Longus de Gelere, Arnoldus de Cliue, Hermannus de Caluerlage, Hermannus de Salmene, Otto de Rinecke, Florentius de Hollande, Gerhardus de Hostad, Bernhardus de Hildenesheim, Godefridus et Hermannus de Cuch, Adolfus de Berge…"[2045]. Konrad III King of Germany dismissed claims by "comes Adelbertus de Noruenich" to property "in silva…Osninch" claimed from Kloster Brauweiler by charter dated 14 Sep 1141, witnessed by "…comes Arnoldus de Cleuia, comes Adolfus de Monte, comes Heinricus de Gelra, comes Adolfus de Saphenberch, Gerardus puer comes de Iuliaco, Godefridus de Arnesberch, Herimannus de Cuich…"[2046]. Vogt of Stift Xanten and Zyfflich. "Theodericus comes in Cleue et Aleidis uxor mea" donated property to Kloster Bedburg, for the anniversaries "X Kal Mar…patris mei Arnoldi comitis et VI Kal Aug matris mee Ide comitisse", by charter dated 1162[2047]. Philipp Archbishop of Köln granted protection to Kloster Bedburg, founded by "Arnoldus comes de Cliue", by charter dated to [1167/77] witnessed by "Henricus comes de Gelre et filius eius Gerardus…"[2048]. m IDA de Louvain, daughter of GODEFROY I "le Barbu" Duke of Lower Lotharingia & his first wife Ida de Chiny (-27 Jul before 1162). The Genealogia Ducum Brabantiæ Heredum Franciæ names (in order) "Alaida…Anglorum regina…comitissa de Cleves Ida…[et] Clarissia virgo" as the three daughters of "Godefridus Cum-barba"[2049]. "Theodericus comes in Cleue et Aleidis uxor mea" donated property to Kloster Bedburg, for the anniversaries "X Kal Mar…patris mei Arnoldi comitis et VI Kal Aug matris mee Ide comitisse", by charter dated 1162[2050]. Arnold [I] & his wife had [three] children:

i) ARNOLD [II] von Kleve (-after 1134). The primary source which confirms his parentage has not yet been identified. Iuvenis 1134. [m BERTA, daughter of --- (-8 Apr ----).]

ii) DIETRICH [II] von Kleve (-[27 Apr] 1172). "Theodericus…comes in Clivis, Arnoldi comitis et Ide comitisse filius" donated property by charter dated 1163[2051]. Graf von Kleve.

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iii) [daughter . One table in Europäische Stammtafeln records “N v Kleve T v Gf Arnold I” as the wife of Eberhard Graf von Altena[2052]. The primary source which confirms her parentage and marriage has not yet been identified. m EBERHARD Graf von Altena, son of ADOLF [II] Graf von Berg & his second wife [Irmgard von Sponheim/--- von Schwarzenberg] (-23 Jan 1180, bur Altenberg).]

DIETRICH [II] von Kleve, son of ARNOLD I Graf von Kleve & his wife Ida de Louvain (-[27 Apr] 1172). "Theodericus…comes in Clivis, Arnoldi comitis et Ide comitisse filius" donated property by charter dated 1163[2053]. Graf von Kleve. "Theodericus comes in Cleue et Aleidis uxor mea" donated property to Kloster Bedburg, for the anniversaries "X Kal Mar…patris mei Arnoldi comitis et VI Kal Aug matris mee Ide comitisse", by charter dated 1162[2054]. “...Theodericus comes de Cleve...” witnessed the charter dated 1166 under which Reinald Archbishop of Köln confirmed privileges of Kloster Althoff[2055]. The Annales Egmundani record the death in 1172 of "Theodericus comes de Cleve"[2056].

m ADELHEID von Sulzbach, daughter of GEBHARD [III] Graf von Sulzbach & his wife Mathilde of Bavaria (-10 Sep 1189). "Theodericus comes in Cleue et Aleidis uxor mea" donated property to Kloster Bedburg, for the anniversaries "X Kal Mar…patris mei Arnoldi comitis et VI Kal Aug matris mee Ide comitisse", by charter dated 1162[2057]. "Theodericus…comes de Cliuo" donated the island between Wissel and Rees on the river Rhine to Kloster Camp, with the consent of "matre nostra comitissa Aleide et fratre nostro Arnoldo", by charter dated 1188[2058]. Gerhard Abbot of Camp confirmed the donation of property made by "comitissa Aleidis de Cliuo", for "defunctis patris eius comitis Geuehardi et comitis Theoderici", by charter dated to [1188][2059].

Dietrich [II] & his wife had four children:

1. MARGARETA . The primary source which confirms her parentage and marriage has not yet been identified. Arnold's Chronica Slavorum confirms that "Lothewigus lantgravius de Thuringia" repudiated his first wife on the grounds of consanguinity to marry "matrem Kanuti regis Danorum"[2060]. m (1172, repudiated) LUDWIG III "der Milde/der Fromme" Landgraf of Thuringia, son of LUDWIG II "der Eiserne" Landgraf of Thuringia & his wife Judith [Jutta] von Staufen ([1152]-Palestine 1190).

2. DIETRICH [III] von Kleve (-[27 Mar 1200/1203]). Graf von Kleve. "Theodericus…comes de Cliuo" donated the island between Wissel and Rees on the river Rhine to Kloster Camp, with the consent of "matre nostra comitissa Aleide et fratre nostro Arnoldo", by charter dated 1188[2061]. "Theodericus comes Cliuensis et frater suus comes Arnoldus" donated serfs to Kloster Rees by charter dated 1191[2062]. m (1182) MARGARETA of Holland, daughter of FLORIS III Count of Holland & his wife Ada of Scotland (-after 1203). The Annales Egmundani record the marriage in 1182 of "filiam comitis Florentii et comitissæ Adæ, Margaretam" and "Theodericus comes de Cleve"[2063]. Dietrich [III] & his wife had one child:

a) DIETRICH [IV] "Nust" von Kleve (-[24 May] 1260). The primary source which confirms his parentage has not yet been identified. Graf von Kleve.

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3. ADELHEID . The Chronologia Johannes de Beke records the marriage of Count Dirk VII and "Adelheydim filiam…Theodrici comite de Clivo"[2064]. The Annales Egmundani records the marriage in 1186 of "Theodericus filius Florentii comitis et Adæ" and "sororem Theoderici iunioris comitis de Cleve…Alydam" in "villa Losdun"[2065]. 1186/1242. m (1186) DIRK of Holland, son of FLORIS III Count of Holland & his wife Ada of Scotland (-4 Nov 1203). He succeeded his father 1190 as DIRK VII Count of Holland.

4. ARNOLD [III] von Kleve (-before 1200). "Theodericus…comes de Cliuo" donated the island between Wissel and Rees on the river Rhine to Kloster Camp, with the consent of "matre nostra comitissa Aleide et fratre nostro Arnoldo", by charter dated 1188[2066]. "Theodericus comes Cliuensis et frater suus comes Arnoldus" donated serfs to Kloster Rees by charter dated 1191[2067].

- HEREN van VALKENBURG.

DIETRICH [IV] "Nust" von Kleve, son of DIETRICH [III] Graf von Kleve & his wife Margareta of Holland (-[24 May] 1260). The primary source which confirms his parentage has not yet been identified. Graf von Kleve. "Theodericus comes Clivensis et Theodericus filius noster primogenitus" granted city status to Kleve by charter dated 25 Apr 1242[2068]. "Theodericus comes Clivensis…etiam filii Theodericus et Theodericus" supported Konrad Archbishop of Köln against "virum nobilem Conradum de Mulenarken" by charter dated 8 Jun 1247, which names "Everardum filium nostrum" as one of the guarantors[2069]. "Theodericus comes Clivensis" donated property to Kloster Bedburg, by charter dated 2 Feb 1249 (presumably O.S.) witnessed by "filii nostri…Theodericus senior et Theodericus Lȯf, quorum mater requiescit, Everardus miles filius noster…"[2070]. “Theodoricus comes Clivensis et Theodericus filius eius senior...cum fratre eius domino Theoderico dicto Luf” granted the same freedoms to “oppido nostro de novo concepto in insula Wischel...Griethe”, as earlier granted to “civitates nostre...Cleve et Kalker...”, by charter dated 7 Dec 1250[2071].

m firstly MATHILDE von Dinslaken, daughter and heiress of --- (-[1224]). The primary source which confirms her parentage and marriage has not yet been identified. Wernher Teschenmacher’s Annales Cliviæ (1630s) records that “Theodoricus...V comes Clivensis Arnholdi filius” married “Mechtildem unicam comitis Dinslacnesis filiam et heredem”, the editor of the edition consulted noting that the (19 Mar 1233) marriage contract of her son Dietrich names his parents “Theoderici IV Comte de Cleve & de Mechtilde Dame de Dynslaken” [this phrase is not included in the marriage contract as reproduced by Butkens, see below][2072].

m secondly ([1226]) HEDWIG von Meissen, of DIETRICH "der Bedrängte" Markgraf von Meissen und der Niederlausitz [Wettin] & his wife Jutta von Thüringen (-before 2 Feb 1250). The Genealogica Wettinensis names "filiam Hethwigem et filius Othonem…Sophiam et Conradum filium…et tercium Tidericum" as children of "Tidericus comes, filius Othonis marchionis" & his wife[2073]. The primary source which confirms her marriage has not yet been identified. "Theodericus Clivensis comes" donated property to Camp abbey, for the souls of "patris nostri Theoderici comitis et matris nostre Hadewigis", with the consent of "fratris nostri Theoderici dicti Luf, uxoris nostre Aleydis", by charter dated 26 Jun 1260[2074]. The date of her death is confirmed by the charter dated 2 Feb 1249 (presumably O.S.) under which "Theodericus comes Clivensis" donated property to Kloster Bedburg, witnessed by "filii nostri…Theodericus senior et Theodericus Lȯf, quorum mater requiescit…"[2075].

Dietrich [IV] & his first wife had two children:

1. DIETRICH von Kleve gt von Dinslaken ([1214/15]-24 Mar 1245). "Theodericus comes Clivensis et Theodericus filius noster primogenitus" granted city status to Kleve by charter dated 25 Apr 1242[2076]. “Theodoricus primogenitus comitis Clivensis” granted “iure feodali iudicium...in Buderickerhamme et in Thornicke” to “domino Henrico de Alphem” by charter dated 18 May 1242[2077]. The primary source which confirms his date of death has not been identified. m (contract Louvain 19 Mar 1233) as her first husband, ELISABETH de Brabant, daughter of HENRI I Duke of Brabant & his second wife Marie de France (-[22 Jan 1260/14 Aug 1266]). The Genealogia Ducum Brabantiæ Heredum Franciæ refers to the only daughter of "Henricus dux" & his second wife as "[uxor] filius comitis de Kleve Thomas nomine"[2078]. The marriage contract between "Theodericus…comes Clevensis…Theodericum filium nostrum primogenitum" and "Henricus dux Lotharingiæ...filiam Elisabeth" is dated 19 Mar 1233[2079]. She married secondly (Feb 1246) Gerhard [IV] von Wassenberg [Limburg]. Her second marriage is confirmed by an order of Pope Innocent III dated 23 Mar 1247 addressed to Henri II duke of Brabant pronouncing a sentence of divorce between "virum nobilem Gerardum de Wassenberge" and "dominam Elisabeth sororem ducis præfati, relictam Theodorici…comitis Clivensis" on the grounds that "Gerardi avum et preæfatæ Elisabeth aviam" were brother and sister[2080]. Presumably a Papal dispensation was granted subsequently, as later documents confirm that Gerhard’s wife was the daughter of the duke of Brabant. Walram IV Duke of Limburg noted, in a charter dated 13 Mar 1253, that "nobilis vir Gerardus dominus de Wassenberg" had granted "castrum de Spremont" to "dominæ Elisabeth uxori suæ, sorori…Henric…quondam ducis Brabantiæ", with the consent of "Gerardi primogeniti sui"[2081]. "Elisabeth domina de Sprimunt quondam comitissa Clivensis" donated property "apud Linne" to Wassenberg church for the soul of "mariti sui domini Gerhardi bonæ memoriæ de Wassemberg" by charter dated Sep 1254[2082]. "Elisabeth domina de Sprimunth, comitissa Cleven relicta nobilis viri domini de Wassenberg" donated revenue to Rolduc [Rode] abbey, for the souls of "prenominati domini nostri Gerardi, eiusdem nominis filii nostri", by charter dated 14 Oct 1257[2083]. "Elisabet domina de Sprimont" granted "Mirmekar" to "Jutta filia nostra", stated to be a minor, with the consent of "Ottoni comiti Gelriæ", by charter dated 25 Nov 1258[2084]. "Elisabeth domina de Sprimunth, quondam comitissa Clevensis" granted "Mismekar" to "Jutta filia nostra", stated to be a minor, naming "consanguineo nostro…Ottoni comiti Gelriæ", by charter dated 25 Nov 1258[2085]. "Elisabeth domina de Sprimondt, quondam comitissa Clevensis" confirmed the dowry agreed by "comes Clivensis et frater eius dominus Luf" under the marriage contract of "nobilum virum dom. Gerlacum de Isenburg" and "filiam nostrum Elisabeth", by charter dated 22 Jan 1260, which states that the property in question included revenue which "pater noster dom. dux Brabantiæ" had given to "dom. Theodorico quondam primogenito comitis Clivensis"[2086]. Elisabeth must have died before 14 Aug 1266, the date of a charter under which "Walramus dux de Lymburch et Juetha uxor" donated revenue "in Galopia et in Dobath" to Borcette abbey, as these territories formed part of her dower[2087]. Dietrich & his wife had two children:

a) MECHTILD von Kleve (-1304). Her parentage and marriage are confirmed by the charter dated 3 Dec 1259 under which her husband "Gerardus de Lucelenburch dominus de Durburch" agreed with "domino Theoderico seniori filio comitis Clevensis" concerning the inheritance of "dominus Theodericus bone memorie socer noster"[2088]. Her name is confirmed by the marriage contract between [her daughter] “Gérars de Luxenbourgh sires de Durbuy et Mehaus sa feme...no...fille Margherite” and “mon seigneur Jehan de Ghistele chevalier fille à...mon seigneur Jehan seingneur de Ghistele, de Formeseles et de Le Wastine”, dated Jun 1289[2089]. m (before 3 Dec 1259) GERARD de Durbuy Seigneur de Roussy et de Villance, son of WALRAM III Duke of Limburg & his second wife Ermensende de Luxembourg (-[12 Nov 1298/29 Dec 1303]).

b) ELISABETH von Kleve . Her parentage and marriage are confirmed by the charter dated 14 Dec 1255 under which her husband "Gerlacus filius Henrici domini de Isenburg et Elyzabet uxor ipsius G." agreed with "domino comite Clivensi et filiis eius" that they renounced the inheritance of "domini Theoderici…Elyzabet patris" and "toti comitie et dominio Clivensi", provided that it would revert to them if "dominus Theodericus et dominus Theodericus filii comitis Clivensis" died childless[2090]. "Elisabeth domina de Sprimondt, quondam comitissa Clevensis" confirmed the dowry agreed by "comes Clivensis et frater eius dominus Luf" under the marriage contract of "nobilum virum dom. Gerlacum de Isenburg" and "filiam nostrum Elisabeth", by charter dated 22 Jan 1260, which states that the property in question included revenue which "pater noster dom. dux Brabantiæ" had given to "dom. Theodorico quondam primogenito comitis Clivensis"[2091]. "Theodericus comes Clevensis et Aleidis uxor eius et Theodericus senior filius eorundem" granted property to "domino Gerlaco dicto de Isenburg…et Elizabet uxoris eius…filie quondam domini Theoderici fratris nostri primogeniti" by charter dated 11 Nov 1265[2092]. m (before 5 Jan 1252) GERLACH Herr von Isenburg, son of HEINRICH Herr von Isenburg & his wife Mechtild [von Hochstaden] (-1303 or after).

2. MARGARETA von Kleve (-10 Sep 1251, bur Grafenthal). The marriage contract between "Theodericus…comes Clivensis…filiam nostrum Margaretam" and "Ottonem comitem Gelrensem" are dated 24 Nov 1240[2093]. The Kronik van Arent toe Bocop records that "Otto…grave van Gelre" married "dye dochter van greve Dirrick van Cleue…Mergreta", who died childless in 1250 and was buried in the "closter by Goch"[2094]. m (contract 24 Nov 1240) as his first wife, OTTO [II] Graaf van Gelre, son of GERHARD [III] Graaf van Gelre & his wife Marguerite de Brabant (-10 Jan 1271, bur Grafenthal).

Dietrich [IV] & his second wife had four children:

3. DIETRICH von Kleve gt von Meissen ([1226]-18 Mar 1275). "Theodericus comes Clivensis…etiam filii Theodericus et Theodericus" supported Konrad Archbishop of Köln against "virum nobilem Conradum de Mulenarken" by charter dated 8 Jun 1247[2095]. He succeeded his father in 1260 as Graf von Kleve.

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4. DIETRICH "Luf" von Kleve ([1228]-25 May 1277). "Theodericus comes Clivensis…etiam filii Theodericus et Theodericus" supported Konrad Archbishop of Köln against "virum nobilem Conradum de Mulenarken" by charter dated 8 Jun 1247[2096]. "Theodericus comes Clivensis" donated property to Kloster Bedburg, by charter dated 2 Feb 1249 (presumably O.S.) witnessed by "filii nostri…Theodericus senior et Theodericus Lȯf, quorum mater requiescit, Everardus miles filius noster…"[2097]. “Theodoricus comes Clivensis et Theodericus filius eius senior...cum fratre eius domino Theoderico dicto Luf” granted the same freedoms to “oppido nostro de novo concepto in insula Wischel...Griethe”, as earlier granted to “civitates nostre...Cleve et Kalker...”, by charter dated 7 Dec 1250[2098]. Heer van Dinslaken en Wesel. Graf von Saarbrücken 1252/1259. "Theodericus dictus Luf, frater comitis Clivensis" granted Hesshausenwardt island to "nostro filio Theoderico et eius legitimis heredibus" by charter dated 13 May 1275, witnessed by "…Wilhelmo primogenito comitis Juliacensis…Everhardo fratre nostro…"[2099]. "…Theodericus dictus Lof de Cleve…" was among those who declared war against Sifrid Archbishop of Köln by charter dated 8 Apr 1277[2100]. The primary source which confirms his date of death has not been identified. m [firstly] ([1252]) as her second husband, LORETTA Gräfin von Saarbrücken, widow of GEOFFROY [II] Seigneur d'Aspremont et de Dun, daughter of SIMON [III] Graf von Saarbrücken & his wife Lorette de Lorraine ([1220?]-[13 Nov 1270/8 Oct 1271]). The primary source which confirms her second marriage has not been identified, although her second husband’s use of the Saarbrücken comital title suggests that it is correct. Follow her hyperlink for sources which confirm her first marriage. “Lorette comtesse de Sarrebrück” confirmed a grant of land to “Boemont de Sarebruche” by charter dated Feb 1268 (O.S.?)[2101]. The 13 Nov 1270 source which names her has not been identified. The following document indicates that she was deceased at the time: a charter dated 8 Oct 1271 relates that Saarbrücken was the fief of the bishop of Metz and that "bone memorie Jacobus quondam Metensis episcopus" (son of Ferry II Duke of Lorraine) had enfeoffed "Lorettam relictam…neptem propriam" and that, on her death, "germane dicte Lorete…primogenita domina Mahout domina Montisfalconis" inherited the castle[2102]. [m secondly ([after 1270/71]) ---. The likelihood of this second marriage is discussed below under Dietrich’s daughter Richardis. If it is correct, no indication has been found of the identity of this second wife who may have died giving birth to Richardis and therefore disappeared from the records. This second marriage appears confirmed by Miller who names “Elisabeth” as his second wife (no source cited, his reference is repeated verbatim in many internet sites)[2103]. Europäische Stammtafeln also names “Elisabeth” as Dietrich’s second wife[2104].] Dietrich & his [second] wife had one child:

a) RICHARDIS ([1271/75?]-after 23 Apr 1325). Her parentage and marriage are confirmed by the charter dated 22 Jul 1300 under which "Theodericus comes Clevensis et Otto eius primogenitus" reached agreement with "Gerlacum dominum de Dollendorp, maritum Rycharde consanguine nostre, filie quondam domini Theoderici dicti Loyf bone memorie patrui nostri"[2105]. Renn suggests that it is “sehr unwahrscheinlich” that Richardis was the daughter of Loretta von Saarbrücken[2106]. He estimates Loretta’s birth to [1210] (which seems too early, see above) and comments that Richardis would have claimed Saarbrücken if she had been Loretta’s daughter (which seems correct). He suggests that Richardis was born from an earlier marriage of her father, dismissing the difficulty that she would have been over 35 years old when she married (he says that this is “nicht unwahrcheinlich”, bearing in mind that her husband was in his 50s, although a noblewoman’s marriage at that late age would seem unusual at that time)[2107]. Another difficulty with Renn’s suggestion is the likely birth date of Richardis’s father, which leaves little time for an earlier marriage before he married Loretta. On the other hand, her marriage date suggests that Richardis could have been born to a second wife of her father, which would also explain Loretta’s sister’s daughter inheriting Saarbrücken (as noted in the 8 Oct 1271 source cited above). “Richardis, Witwe des Edelherrn Gerlach von Dollendorf, und ihre drei Söhne Dietrich Loyf, Junker zu Gladbach, Gerlach Kanoniker zu St. Gereon in Köln, und Johannes” sold property to Siegburg abbey by charter dated 23 Apr 1325[2108]. m ([1285/90?]) as his second wife, GERLACH [II] Herr von Dollendorf, Herr zu Kronenburg, son of GERLACH [I] Herr von Dollendorf & his wife Mechtild von Isenburg (-[28 Sep/Nov] 1307).

Dietrich had one [probably illegitimate] child by [an unknown mistress]:

b) DIETRICH von Kleve ([1248/54?]-[1275 or after 1291]). Renn suggests that Dietrich was born from an unrecorded earlier marriage of his father[2109]. As noted above under his sister Richardis, their father’s estimated date of birth indicates little time for an earlier marriage. His failure to inherit Saarbrücken after the death of Dietrich’s wife Loretta suggests that Dietrich junior was not her son, unless the bishop of Metz compensated him when Loretta’s niece succeeded to the county (see the 8 Oct 1271 source cited above). The 1291 source which names Dietrich as “von Saarbrücken” (assuming that this is correct, see below) suggests his illegitimacy as he would presumably have used his own Kleve name if legitimate, rather than adopting his father’s earlier comital title as a family name. On the other hand, his father ‘s arrangement of Dietrich’s marriage in 1257 (see below), when he was presumably still a child, suggests that he was his father’s legitimate heir especially as the contracted bride was noble. Another possibility is the existence of two sons named Dietrich, one legitimate (born to an earlier wife?), betrothed in 1257, and maybe named in 1275, and one illegitimate named in 1291. "Theodericus dictus Luf, frater comitis Clivensis" granted Hesshausenwardt island to "nostro filio Theoderico et eius legitimis heredibus" by charter dated 13 May 1275, witnessed by "…Wilhelmo primogenito comitis Juliacensis…Everhardo fratre nostro…"[2110]. Renn says that Dietrich predeceased his father in 1275 (no source cited)[2111]. On the other hand, secondary sources say that he was named as “von Saarbrücken” in 1291 (the corresponding primary source has not been found, so this reference has not been verified). Europäische Stammtafeln says that Dietrich left descendants but gives no details[2112]. The statement has not been verified. m (contract 11 Dec 1257) BEATRIX von Ringenberg, daughter of SWEDER Herr von Ringenberg & his wife ---. “Swetherus dominus de Ringelberg” agreed the marriage “cum ad annos discretionis pervenerit” of “filiam nostram primogenitam Beatricem...legitimam” (or “aliam...filiam nostram ex filiabus nostris” if Beatrix died) and “domini nostri Theoderici dicti Luf comitis Sarapontis Theoderico filio ipisus domini nostri”, making future arrangements for “castro nostro Ringelberg”, by charter dated 9 Dec 1257[2113].

5. JUTTA von Kleve . "Walramus dux de Limburg…cum uxore nostra…Jutta" renounced claims to certain revenue in favour of Heinsberg monastery by charter dated 24 Jul 1251[2114]. "Theodericus comes Clivensis" donated revenue to Rolduc [Rode] abbey, at the request of "sororis nostro ducisse Limburgensis", by charter dated 24 May 1265[2115]. "Walleramus dux et Jutta ducissa de Lomberg" signed a charter dated 15 Jun 1266 relating to a donation to Kloster Reichstein[2116]. Her parentage is confirmed by a charter dated 13 Oct 1283 under which "Reynaldus comes Gelrensis et dux Lymburgensis" agreed an alliance with "domino Theoderico comiti Clevensi" against the duke of Brabant which refers to "ducis Lymburgensis generi nostri…[et] domina Jutta eius uxore, sorore quondam comitis Clivensis"[2117]. 1240/1292. m (before 24 Jul 1251, repudiated before 10 Jan 1271) as his first wife, WALERAN IV Duke of Limburg, son of HENDRIK IV Duke of Limburg & his wife Irmgard von Berg (-24 Oct 1279).

6. AGNES von Kleve (-before 1 Aug 1285). “Bernhardus nobilis et dominus de Lippia cum consensu nostre uxoris Agnetis et filii nostri Symonis” donated property to Kloster Marienfeld, for the souls of “...fratris nostri Hermanni”, by charter dated 3 May 1275[2118]. m firstly (1260) BERNHARD [IV] Herr zur Lippe, son of BERNHARD [III] Herr zur Lippe & his wife Sophie von Arnsberg (-[3 May/28 Jun] 1275). m secondly as his first wife, RUDOLF von Diepholz, son of --- (-1303 or after).

Dietrich [IV] had one illegitimate son by an unknown mistress:

7. EBERHARD von Kleve (-after 13 May 1275). "Theodericus comes Clivensis…etiam filii Theodericus et Theodericus" supported Konrad Archbishop of Köln against "virum nobilem Conradum de Mulenarken" by charter dated 8 Jun 1247, which names "Everardum filium nostrum" as one of the guarantors[2119]. "Theodericus comes Clivensis" donated property to Kloster Bedburg, by charter dated 2 Feb 1249 (presumably O.S.) witnessed by "filii nostri…Theodericus senior et Theodericus Lȯf, quorum mater requiescit, Everardus miles filius noster…"[2120]. The wording of the witness list, in which Eberhard is named after his two brothers named Dietrich and the reference to their deceased mother, shows that Eberhard did not share the same mother. “...Everhardus natus comitis prefati...” witnessed the charter dated 24 May 1251 under which “Th. comitis Clevensis et eius nati senioris Theoderici” renounced rights in “villam...Durstine”[2121]. "Theodericus dictus Luf, frater comitis Clivensis" granted Hesshausenwardt island to "nostro filio Theoderico et eius legitimis heredibus" by charter dated 13 May 1275, witnessed by "…Everhardo fratre nostro…"[2122].

DIETRICH [V] von Kleve gt von Meissen, son of DIETRICH [IV] "Nust" Graf von Kleve & his second wife Hedwig von Meissen ([1226]-18 Mar 1275). "Theodericus comes Clivensis…etiam filii Theodericus et Theodericus" supported Konrad Archbishop of Köln against "virum nobilem Conradum de Mulenarken" by charter dated 8 Jun 1247[2123]. "Theodericus comes Clivensis" donated property to Kloster Bedburg, by charter dated 2 Feb 1249 (presumably O.S.) witnessed by "filii nostri…Theodericus senior et Theodericus Lȯf, quorum mater requiescit, Everardus miles filius noster…"[2124]. “Theodoricus comes Clivensis et Theodericus filius eius senior...cum fratre eius domino Theoderico dicto Luf” granted the same freedoms to “oppido nostro de novo concepto in insula Wischel...Griethe”, as earlier granted to “civitates nostre...Cleve et Kalker...”, by charter dated 7 Dec 1250[2125]. He succeeded his father in 1260 as Graf von Kleve. "Theodericus Clivensis comes" donated property to Camp abbey, for the souls of "patris nostri Theoderici comitis et matris nostre Hadewigis", with the consent of "fratris nostri Theoderici dicti Luf, uxoris nostre Aleydis", by charter dated 26 Jun 1260[2126].

m (contract 22 Sep 1255) ALEIDIS von Heinsberg, daughter of HEINRICH von Sponheim Herr von Heinsberg & his wife --- (-after 1303). The marriage contract of "Th. filius comitis Clivensis senior" and "Henricus dominus de Heimesberg…Aleide filia sua" is dated 22 Sep 1255 and records "castrum…Saffenberg" as her dowry and names "Henricus comes Seynensis suus avunculus"[2127]. Heiress of Hulchrath and ½ Saffenberg: an anonymous Chronicle records the marriage of “Theodoricio seniori filio domini Theodorici comitis Clivensis” and “Aleydis filia domini de Hinsberg”, adding that she brought “dominia de Hilckerade et medietas dominii de Saffenberg”[2128]. "Aleydis comitissa Clevensis" confirmed the donation by "H. comes Senensis…noster avunculus" to Kloster St Maximin, Köln, in memory of "nostri mariti felicis recordationis domini Th. comitis Clevenis", by charter dated 13 Nov 1275[2129].

Dietrich [V] & his wife had six children:

1. DIETRICH [VI] von Kleve ([1256/57]-4 Oct 1305). An anonymous Chronicle names “primogenitum...Theodoricum et alium eiusdem nominis qui fuit dominus de Hilckerade et Thonenberg et adhuc alium etiam similis nominis...præpositus Xantensis et possessor castri in Carvenheim” as the three sons of “Theodoricio seniori filio domini Theodorici comitis Clivensis” and his wife “Aleydis filia domini de Hinsberg”[2130]. He succeeded as Graf von Kleve.

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2. DIETRICH LUF ([1260]-[1308/09]). An anonymous Chronicle names “primogenitum...Theodoricum et alium eiusdem nominis qui fuit dominus de Hilckerade et Thonenberg et adhuc alium etiam similis nominis...præpositus Xantensis et possessor castri in Carvenheim” as the three sons of “Theodoricio seniori filio domini Theodorici comitis Clivensis” and his wife “Aleydis filia domini de Hinsberg”[2131]. Graf von Hülchrath. "Theodericus dictus Luyf frater…comitis Clevensis" recognised the suzerainty of the archbishop of Köln over Schloss Grevenbroich in which "Lisa collateralis nostra" had the usufruct, by charter dated 26 Feb 1284 (O.S.)[2132]. "Diderich Luf van Cleve, here van Hilkerode inde van Thoneburch, inde Elizabet unse wif" bought the Herrlichkeit of Hülchrath from "unsen bruder…heren Diederich den greven van Cleve, inde vore Margareten van Kiburch sinen…wive" by charter dated 22 Oct 1298[2133]. "Theodericus dictus Loef de Clyuo comes de Hilkerodhe et dominus de Tonenborg ac Elizabet nostra collateralis" acknowledged the suzerainty of "dominus noster…Reynaldus comes Gelrensis" over Geitfoort by charter dated 7 Dec 1299[2134]. m firstly ---. The name of Dietrich Luf’s first wife is not known. m secondly (after 5 Sep 1285) as her second husband, LISA von Virneburg, widow of HEINRICH [V] Graf von Kessel, daughter of HEINRICH [I] Graf von Virneburg & his wife Ponzetta ---. "Theodericus dictus Luyf frater…comitis Clevensis" recognised the suzerainty of the archbishop of Köln over Schloss Grevenbroich in which "Lisa collateralis nostra" had the usufruct, by charter dated 26 Feb 1284 (O.S.)[2135]. "Diderich Luf van Cleve, here van Hilkerode inde van Thoneburch, inde Elizabet unse wif" bought the Herrlichkeit of Hülchrath from "unsen bruder…heren Diederich den greven van Cleve, inde vore Margareten van Kiburch sinen…wive" by charter dated 22 Oct 1298[2136]. "Theodericus dictus Loef de Clyuo comes de Hilkerodhe et dominus de Tonenborg ac Elizabet nostra collateralis" acknowledged the suzerainty of "dominus noster…Reynaldus comes Gelrensis" over Geitfoort by charter dated 7 Dec 1299[2137]. Dietrich Luf & his first wife had one child:

a) KATHARINA ([1285]-after 2 Jul 1357). The primary source which confirms her first and second marriages has not been identified. Wicbold Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation of the chapel of Broich by "nobile viro Walramo de Kessele domino de Brugge et Catharina eius uxore" by charter dated 20 Dec 1299[2138]. "Catharina relicta quondam…Ditheri comitis de Katzenelnbogen" confirmed customs privileges of Kloster Eberbach at St Goar by charter dated 11 Nov 1316[2139]. “Rugreve Henrich der elder und Katherine unßer...husvrawe” decided rights relating to “Diffendal” by charter dated 1 May 1319[2140]. “Rugreve Henrich der alde und Katherinen unser...frawe und Philips von Spainheim viriehen uns” sold property to “Johanne von Bechtoldesheim” by charter dated 21 Apr 1325[2141]. "Katerine dye Ruegreuinne, dochter…Loeues van Cleue greuen to Hilkerade" relinquished her inheritance rights from "onse…broeder her Otte praest to sunte Gereone" by charter dated 10 Aug 1349[2142]. m firstly (1299) WALRAM Graf von Kessel, son of WILHELM Graf von Kessel & his wife --- (-after 18 Oct 1304, bur Grevenbroich). m secondly (before 16 Aug 1308) DIETRICH [IV] Graf von Katzenelnbogen, son of DIETHER [III] Graf von Katzenelnbogen & his second wife Margareta von Jülich (-9 Jun 1315). m thirdly ([11 Nov 1316/1317]) HEINRICH [III] Raugraf von Altenbaumberg, son of RUPRECHT [II] Raugraf von Altenbaumberg & his wife Elisabeth von Hohenfels (-after 24 Jun 1326).

Dietrich Luf & his second wife had nine children:

b) DIETRICH LUF (-10 Jul 1332). Graf von Hülchrath [Hilkenrode]. "Theodericus de Cleue comes de Hilkerode" divided "hereditatis sue paterne" with "fratri nostro Syfrido dicto Luf" by charter dated 21 May 1311[2143]. m firstly YOLANDE de Looz, daughter of [ARNOUL [V] Comte de Looz et de Chiny & his wife Margareta von Vianden]. Europäische Stammtafeln names “Jolanda” as the first wife of Dietrich Luf and mother of his daughter Elisabeth, without providing any family background or dates[2144]. Her family origin is indicated by the charter dated 19 May 1330 under which her husband ‘Theodericus Luof de Cleve dominus de Kervenem” donated property “infra munimentum oppidi Cranenborch” to Bedebur in memory of “sui patris et Jolante de Loen sui quondam thoralis”[2145]. Arnold Berg suggests that Yolande was the daughter of Arnoul [V] Comte de Looz et de Chiny, supported by the chronology, the repeated use of the name Yolande in the family of Arnoul [V]’s wife (inherited from her Courtenay ancestors), and the resultant consanguinity which would have necessitated the Papal dispensation for the first marriage of Yolande’s daughter Elisabeth von Kleve[2146]. The date of her marriage is indicated because Yolande’s daughter had children born in the early 1330s by her first marriage. If this dating is correct, Yolande was one of her parents’ younger children. m secondly (contract 28 Mar 1323) as her first husband, MECHTILD van Voorne, daughter of GERAARD van Voorne & his first wife Heilwig van Borsselen (-12 Mar 1372). Willem III Count of Holland confirmed the marriage contract between “Here Dirc Loef van Cleve Grave van Hilkenrode” and “Veren Machtilden dochter ons...neve des Heren van Voirne” by charter dated 28 Mar 1323[2147]. She married secondly (before 1336) Dirk [IV] van Valkenburg. Dietrich Luf & his first wife had one child:

i) ELISABETH (-1347). The chronology of Elisabeth’s first marriage indicates that she could not have been born to her father’s second wife Mechtild van Voorne. Pope John XXII granted dispensation for the marriage between "nobilis viri Godefridi de Juliaco domini de Berchem" and “nobilis mulieris Elizabet nate...nobilis viri Theoderici dicti Luyf de Cleve Colon. dioc.” despite not knowing of their 4° consanguinity, dated 28 Sep 1330[2148]. Elisabeth’s second marriage is indicated by the following document: “Otto von Kleve, Propst zu St. Gereon in Köln” renounced rights in the succession of “seines Bruders Dietrich Loef von Kleve, Elisabeths Vater” in favour of “Wilhelms Herrn von Horn und Altena und dessen Frau Elisabeth von Kleve” by charter dated 24 Mar 1338[2149]. Given her first husband’s death in May 1335, and bearing in mind that Elisabeth had five recorded children by her second husband, her second marriage can probably be dated to [1336]. The testament of "Willem heer van Hoern, van Altena ende Gaesbeek" is dated Oct 1342 and names "onsen…oudsten soene Geeraert van Hoern riddere…vrou Else van Cleve onser…vrouwen…onse…nichte Beatrix van Lovene"[2150]. m firstly (before Sep 1330, Papal dispensation 28 Sep 1330) GOTTFRIED von Jülich Herr von Bergheim, son of GERHARD [V] Graf von Jülich & his wife Elisabeth de Brabant (-3 May 1335, bur Münstercifel Stiftskirche). m secondly ([1336]) as his second wife, WILLEM [VI] van Horne, son of GERARD [II] Heer van Horne & his first wife Jeanne de Louvain (-1343).

c) ELISABETH ([1290/95]-after 1363). The estimated date of Elisabeth’s first marriage shows that she must have been one of her parents’ older children. “Heer Dirck, Heere van Brederode” and “Vrouwen Elsebeen, Heeren Willems wyfe was van Bredroede” agreed the dower of the latter by charter dated 26 Dec 1316[2151]. Pope John XXII granted dispensation for the marriage between "nobili viri Conradi de Marka militis" and “nobilis mulieris Elizabet de Brederode Colon. dioc.” despite their 4° consanguinity, dated 13 Jan 1330[2152]. Pope Benedict XII permitted "nobilis vir Conradus de Marka dominus de Huerde" and “nobilis mulier Elizabeth de Clivo eius uxor” to found “monasterium monialium ordinis S. Clare in dicto opido de Huerde”, dated 26 Feb 1339[2153]. Abbess of Klarenberg after 1343. m firstly ([1311]) WILLEM van Brederode, son of DIRK [II] Heer van Brederode & his wife Maria van de Leck (-1316). m secondly (1326, Papal dispensation 13 Jan 1330) KONRAD von der Mark, son of EBERHARD [I] Graf von der Mark & his first wife Irmgard von Berg ([2 Feb] 1294-14 Mar 1353).

d) SIFRID LUF (-11 Aug after 1343). "Theodericus de Cleue comes de Hilkerode" divided "hereditatis sue paterne" with "fratri nostro Syfrido dicto Luf" by charter dated 21 May 1311[2154]. Provost at Münster. "Reynoldus de Cleue dominus de Berghen" acknowledged a debt to "domine Aleydi, relicte quondam domini Theoderici de Keruenen militis, sorori nostre" by charter dated 20 Jun 1335, signed by "dominorum Syfrid Loyf de Cleue, Monasteriensis, et Ottonis de Cleue, s. Gereonis Coloniensis ecclesiarum prepositorum, nostrorum fratrum"[2155].

e) JOHANN (-killed in battle [1313/14]). Canon at Münster.

f) REINALD LUF (-after 1353). Heer van Bergen op Zoom. "Reynoldus de Cleue dominus de Berghen" acknowledged a debt to "domine Aleydi, relicte quondam domini Theoderici de Keruenen militis, sorori nostre" by charter dated 20 Jun 1335, signed by "dominorum Syfrid Loyf de Cleue, Monasteriensis, et Ottonis de Cleue, s. Gereonis Coloniensis ecclesiarum prepositorum, nostrorum fratrum"[2156]. Butkens records that, after the death of her daughter, “la terre de Berges retourna à sa mere Mathilde” who with her second husband sold it to Hendrik [VII] Heer van Boutersem in 1353 (no source cited)[2157]. m ([1332]) as her second husband, MECHTILD van Wesemaal, Vrouw van Bergen op Zoom, widow of ALBERT Heer van Voorne Burggraaf van Zeeland, daughter of ARNOUT van Wesemaal Heer van Bergen op Zoom & his wife Jeanne de Looz (-after 1353).

g) ALEIDIS (-1349 or after). “Rudolphus de Reifferscheid dominus de Mylendunck, Fridericus Joannes et Henricus filii bonæ memoriæ nobilis viri domini Joannis de Reifferscheit militis quondam domini de Mailberch” confirmed that “Rudolphus de consensu...dominæ Aleydis uxoris nostræ ac Friderici nostri primogeniti et...Fridericus, Joannes et Henricus prædicti” had donated property “in districtu nobilis viri domini Joannis domini de Reifferscheidt militis”, to which “domina Aleyde uxore nostri Rudolphi...et Gerardo de Stumbele milite cum Anna eius uxore nostra filia” renounced rights, to Campen by undated charter[2158]. “Rodulfus de Riferscheit dominus de Milendunc et Aleydis conlatralis eiusdem...necnon Fredericus filius...dicti Rodulfi...de priori matrimonio procreatus” reached agreement with the Teutonic Knights concerning certain property by charter dated 16 May 1321[2159]. Pope John XXII issued an indulgence to "nobilis viro Rodolpho de Rifercheit domino de Milendounch" and "Aleidi de Clavis uxori eius" dated 25 Apr 1326[2160]. m firstly (1311) as his second wife, RUDOLF von Reifferscheid Herr von Millendonk, son of FRIEDRICH [II] von Reifferscheid Herr von Malberg & his wife Anna [von Malberg] (-16 Apr 1329). m secondly DIETRICH von Kervenheim, son of --- (-before 20 Jun 1335).

h) ALEIDIS (-20 Sep ----). m (before 1323) WILHELM von Hertefeld, son of ---.

i) EBERHARD (-after 1321).

j) AGNES (-after 1313). The primary source which confirms her parentage and two marriages has not been identified. m firstly WICBOLD von Lohn, son of HERMANN [II] von Lohn & his wife Gertrud von Holte (-14 Aug 1312). m secondly (fater 1312) ROGER van Leefdael Châtelain de Bruxelles, son of --- (-29 Jan 1333).

k) OTTO LUF (-10 May 1349). "Reynoldus de Cleue dominus de Berghen" acknowledged a debt to "domine Aleydi, relicte quondam domini Theoderici de Keruenen militis, sorori nostre" by charter dated 20 Jun 1335, signed by "dominorum Syfrid Loyf de Cleue, Monasteriensis, et Ottonis de Cleue, s. Gereonis Coloniensis ecclesiarum prepositorum, nostrorum fratrum"[2161]. Provost at Köln St Gereon. “Otto von Kleve, Propst zu St. Gereon in Köln” renounced rights in the succession of “seines Bruders Dietrich Loef von Kleve, Elisabeths Vater” in favour of “Wilhelms Herrn von Horn und Altena und dessen Frau Elisabeth von Kleve” by charter dated 24 Mar 1338[2162]. "Katerine dye Ruegreuinne, dochter…Loeues van Cleue greuen to Hilkerade" relinquished her inheritance from "onse…broeder her Otte praest to sunte Gereone" by charter dated 10 Aug 1349[2163].

3. DIETRICH (-[1297]). An anonymous Chronicle names “primogenitum...Theodoricum et alium eiusdem nominis qui fuit dominus de Hilckerade et Thonenberg et adhuc alium etiam similis nominis...præpositus Xantensis et possessor castri in Carvenheim” as the three sons of “Theodoricio seniori filio domini Theodorici comitis Clivensis” and his wife “Aleydis filia domini de Hinsberg”[2164]. Provost at Xanten.

4. AGNES (-after 1312). Nun at Bedbur.

5. IRMGARD (-11 May 1319). "Wilhelmus comes de Monte et Irmengardis uxor eius comitissa de Monte" granted waivers to Kloster Altenburg by charter dated 20 Oct 1303, in the presence of "Margarete comitisse de Monte matris nostri comitis predicti ac domini Conradi fratris nostr"[2165]. m firstly KONRAD [I] von Saffenburg, son of ---. m secondly WILHELM Graf von Berg, son of ADOLF IV Graf von Berg [Limburg] & his wife Margareta von Hochstaden (-16 Apr 1308, bur Altenburg).

6. MECHTILD (-21 Dec 1309). Her parentage and marriage are confirmed by the charter dated 23 Nov 1286 under which "Theodericus comes Cleven" made commitments to "H. Lantgravio terre Hassie domino et Methildi uxori…sorori nostre" relating to her dowry[2166]. m (before 26 Feb 1276) as his second wife, HEINRICH I Landgraf von Hessen, son of HENRI II Duke of Brabant & his wife his second wife Sophie von Thüringen Heiress of Hessen (24 Jun 1244-Marburg 21 Dec 1308, bur Marburg Elisabethkirche).

DIETRICH [VI] von Kleve, son of DIETRICH [V] Graf von Kleve & his wife Aleidis von Heinsberg [Sponheim] ([1256/57]-4 Oct 1305). An anonymous Chronicle names “primogenitum...Theodoricum et alium eiusdem nominis qui fuit dominus de Hilckerade et Thonenberg et adhuc alium etiam similis nominis...præpositus Xantensis et possessor castri in Carvenheim” as the three sons of “Theodoricio seniori filio domini Theodorici comitis Clivensis” and his wife “Aleydis filia domini de Hinsberg”[2167]. He succeeded as Graf von Kleve. "Theodericus comes Cliuensis" confirmed an alliance with "Reynaldus comes Gelrensis sororius noster" by charter dated 29 Dec 1277[2168]. "Theodericus comes Cleuensis" confirmed a debt to "Reynaldum comitem Gelrie sororium nostrum", with the consent of "Margarete uxoris nostre", by charter dated 1279, which names "domino Gunhardo avunculo nostro"[2169].

m firstly (Betrothed 13 May 1260, before 1279) MARGARETA van Gelre, daughter of OTTO II Graaf van Gelre & his second wife Philippa de Dammartin (-[1282/87]). A charter dated 13 May 1260 records the betrothal of "Otto comes Gelrensis…filiam suam secundam, ex uxore sua quam nunc habet genitam" and "Theoderico primogenitor domini Theoderici senioris filii comitis Clivensis"[2170]. The Kronik van Arent toe Bocop names "Agnet" as the daughter of "Otto…grave van Gelre" and his second wife "Philippa, de grave van Syntpols dochter", adding that she married "Dirrich…grave van Cleve"[2171]. "Theodericus comes Cleuensis" confirmed a debt to "Reynaldum comitem Gelrie sororium nostrum", with the consent of "Margarete uxoris nostre", by charter dated 1279[2172].

m secondly (Erfurt 14 Jul 1290) MARGARETA von Habsburg, daughter of EBERHARD von Habsburg Graf von Kiburg & his wife Anna von Kiburg (-10 Apr [1333]). Her parentage is hinted by the charter dated 7 Mar 1291 under which "Rudolfus…Romanorum rex" confirmed that "Theodericus comes Clevensis…Margarete suo…coniugi…nostre consanguine" renounced rights to customs revenues[2173]. Her family origin is confirmed by the charter dated 22 Oct 1298 under which "Diderich Luf van Cleve, here van Hilkerode inde van Thoneburch, inde Elizabet unse wif" bought the Herrlichkeit of Hülchrath from "unsen bruder…heren Diederich den greven van Cleve, inde vore Margareten van Kiburch sinen…wive"[2174]. "Margareta antiquior comitissa Clevensis…filium nostrum Theodericum comitem Clevensem" protested that "dominus Reynaldus comes Gelrensis" had not reduced charges over "campi Wischelensis" in return for holding "apud Duseborgh" by charter dated 20 Jul 1312[2175]. Canoness at Bedburg 1318.

Dietrich [VI] & his first wife had three children:

1. OTTO (1278-[27 Sep 1310/24 Feb 1311]). Graf von Kleve. Ludwig Bishop of Münster confirmed that "Otto comes Cliuensis…consanguineus noster" had redeeemed "castrum nostrum Dulmen de manu Sobbonis de Althena militis" by charter dated 27 Sep 1310[2176]. Betrothed (Papal dispensation 23 Oct 1297) to MARIE de Brabant, daughter of JEAN I Duke of Brabant & his second wife Marguerite de Flandre ([1278/85] -after 2 Nov 1338, bur Brussels, Franciscan church). Pope Boniface VIII issued a dispensation for the marriage of "Ottone nato Theoderici comitis Clevensis" and "Maria sorore Johannis ducis Brabantie" despite 4^o consanguinity dated 23 Oct 1297[2177]. m firstly [ADELHEID von der Mark, daughter of ENGELBERT [I] Graf von der Mark & his second wife Elisabeth van Valkenburg (-before 1308). The primary source which confirms her parentage and marriage has not yet been identified. Wernher Teschenmacher’s Annales Cliviæ (1630s) names “Adelheiden, Engelberti...secundi comitis Marciani...filiam” as the first wife of Otto Graf von Kleve and mother of his daughter, but the editor of the edition consulted quotes no corresponding primary source which confirms either her name or her parentage[2178]. An earlier marriage is indicated as Otto would have been 30 years old when he married his known wife Mechtild, but if the parentage indicated by Teschenmacher is correct Otto’s first wife could not have been the mother of his daughter Irmgard considering the latter’s betrothal to Adolf [II] Graf von der Mark (see below). In any case, the charter dated 29 Oct 1317 quoted below confirms that Otto’s wife Mechtild was Irmgard’s mother.] m secondly (contract 1 Aug 1308, Papal dispensation 21 Oct 1309) MECHTILD von Virneburg, daughter of ROBERT [II] Graf von Virneburg & his wife Kunigunde --- (-after 1360). Heinrich Archbishop of Köln agreed the marriage of "Ottone comite Cleuensi" and "Mechtildem filiam quondam Roperti comitis de Virnenborg fratris nostri" by charter dated 1 Aug 1308[2179]. Pope Clement V issued a dispensation for the marriage of "Ottone comite Clevensi" and "Mathilde uxore eius" at the request of "Henrico archiepiscopo Colon. cuius neptis existit Methildis" despite 4^o consanguinity dated 21 Oct 1309[2180]. A charter dated 29 Oct 1317 records an alliance which included "Megthilde der vrouwe van Dinzlaghen ind irre doegter Yrmegarde"[2181]. Otto & his second wife had one child:

a) IRMGARD (-1362). A charter dated 29 Oct 1317 records an alliance which included "Megthilde der vrouwe van Dinzlaghen ind irre doegter Yrmegarde"[2182]. Pope John XXII issued a dispensation for the marriage of "Adolphi primogeniti…filii…Engelberti comitis de Marka" and "Margarete nate…filii…Theoderici comitis Cleuensis", stating that the bridegroom had previously been betrothed to "Ermegardi nata quondam Ottonis de Cleuis", dated 17 Jun 1327[2183]. Betrothed to ADOLF [II] Graf von der Mark, son of ENGELBERT [II] Graf von der Mark & his [second] wife Mechtild von Arberg (-19/20 Oct 1347, bur Fröndenberg). m ([1324]) JAN [V] Heer van Arkel, son of JAN [IV] Heer van Arkel & his first wife Mabilia van Voorne (-[12 Nov 1359/6 May 1360]).

2. KATHARINA (-1357 or after). Nun at Grafenthal.

3. ADELHEID (-after 7 Nov 1320). The primary source which confirms her parentage and marriage has not been identified. m (Papal dispensation 10 Aug 1306) HEINRICH [II] Graf von Waldeck, son of OTTO [I] Graf von Waldeck & his wife Sophie von Hessen (-1348).

Dietrich [VI] & his second wife had seven children:

4. DIETRICH [VII] (1291-7 Jul 1347). Graf von Kleve. "Theodericus comes Cliuensis" confirmed the donation made by "quondam dominus Lubo propatruus noster…quondam pater noster dominus Theodericus comes Cliuensis bone memorie" to the church of Cranenburg, for the souls of "…domini Ottonis quondam comitis Cliuensis, Margarete matris nostre…et Margarete uxoris nostre", by charter dated 24 Feb 1311[2184]. "Theodericus comes Cliuensis" confirmed rights granted to the town of Wesel by "quondam domino Ottoni comiti Cliuensi fratri nostro" by charter dated 26 Apr 1311[2185]. "Margareta antiquior comitissa Clevensis…filium nostrum Theodericum comitem Clevensem" protested that "dominus Reynaldus comes Gelrensis" had not reduced charges over "campi Wischelensis" in return for holding "apud Duseborgh" by charter dated 20 Jul 1312[2186]. "Reynald greue van Ghelren ende van Sutphen" acknowledged that "Dyderic greue van Cleue onze…bole" had agreed to share "graescapen van Cleue" between "Margriete greuinne van der Marke, Elyzabeth vrouwe van Voerne, borchgreuinne van Zelant, ende Marie, sine dochteren" by charter dated 20 Aug 1333[2187]. "Theodericus comes Cleuensis" relinquished further claim from "Walramus archiepiscopus Coloniensis" relating to the dowry on his marriage to "dominam Mariam sororem suam" by charter dated 6 Dec 1340[2188]. "Dyederic greue van Cleue, Jan van Cleue doemdeken van Coelne, ghebroeder" testified concerning the division of property between "her Didderic van Hurne, here van Cranenborgh, Jan, Willaem, Otte ende Euerart syn broedere", naming "hoer moeder, vrouwe Yrmgarden van Cleue, wylner vrouwe was te Hurne, onser…zuster", by charter dated 20 Apr 1343[2189]. m firstly (7 May 1308) MARGARETA van Gelre, daughter of REINALD I Graaf van Gelre & his second wife Marguerite de Flandre ([1290]-26 May 1331). "Henric van Vlanderen greue van Loeden" medietated in the dispute between "Reynolt des greuen zoene van Gelre onse…neue" and "Dideric greue van Cleue" concerning the dowry of "Margareten greuinnen van Cleue, onser…nichten, suster her Reynoldes", by charter dated 4 Oct 1325[2190]. m secondly (before 6 Dec 1340, Papal dispensations 13 Apr 1341 and 31 May 1342) as her second husband, MARIA von Jülich, widow of HEINRICH [II] Graf von Virneburg, daughter of GERHARD [V] Graf von Jülich & his wife Elisabeth de Brabant. "Theodericus comes Cleuensis" relinquished further claim from "Walramus archiepiscopus Coloniensis" relating to the dowry on his marriage to "dominam Mariam sororem suam" by charter dated 6 Dec 1340[2191]. Pope Benedict XII granted dispensation for the marriage between "nobili viro Theoderico de greve van Cleve milite" and “Maria nata quondam Gerardi dez greven van Culk” despite knowing that “prima Theoderici uxor...Marie” was related to her in 3° consanguinity, dated 13 Apr 1341[2192]. Pope Clement VI granted another dispensation for the marriage between "nobilis viri Theoderici comitis Clevensis" and “nobilis mulieris Marie nate quondam Gerardi comitis Iuliacensis” notwithstanding their ignorance of their 3° consanguinity, dated 31 May 1342[2193]. She married thirdly (before 2 Mar 1348, Papal dispensation 28 May 1350) Konrad Herr von Saffenberg. Pope Clement VI granted dispensation for the marriage between “Conrado de Saffinberg consanguineo archiepiscopi” and “Maria relicta quondam Theoderici comitis Clevensis”, despite the 3° consanguinity between Konrad and Graf Dietrich, dated 28 May 1350[2194]. "Johan…bischoff…zu Munster zu Westfalen, Gerardt grave zu Virnembergh, und Adolff, alle gebruder von Virnembergh" confirmed "Pellentzen…die herre Heinrich selige unser…bruder und sie…versatzt hant" to "Marie von Gulich frauwe zu Monreau" by charter dated 11 Nov 1363[2195]. Dietrich [VII] & his first wife had three children:

a) MARGARETA (-after 18 Sep 1348). Pope John XXII issued a dispensation for the marriage of "Adolphi primogeniti…filii…Engelberti comitis de Marka" and "Margarete nate…filii…Theoderici comitis Cleuensis", stating that the bridegroom had previously been betrothed to "Ermegardi nata quondam Ottonis de Cleuis", dated 17 Jun 1327[2196]. "Reynald greue van Ghelren ende van Sutphen" acknowledged that "Dyderic greue van Cleue onze…bole" had agreed to share "graescapen van Cleue" between "Margriete greuinne van der Marke, Elyzabeth vrouwe van Voerne, borchgreuinne van Zelant, ende Marie, sine dochteren" by charter dated 20 Aug 1333[2197]. "Didderic greue van Cleue, Aloph greue van der Marka, Margareta greuinne van der Marka onse…wijf ende Johan van Cleue doemdeken van Colen" issued a charter dated 16 Aug 1341 relating to the marriage of "Lysabet dochter ons greuen van Cleue" and "Otten audesten soen des lantgreuen van Hessen", recording "heren Gerarde heer van Voerne, dy haer man was"[2198]. m (Papal dispensation 17 Jun 1327, 15 Mar 1332) ADOLF [II] Graf von der Mark, son of ENGELBERT [II] Graf von der Mark & his [second] wife Mechtild von Arberg (-19/20 Oct 1347, bur Fröndenberg).

b) ELISABETH (1307-Spangenberg 13 Nov 1382). Willem III Count of Holland confirmed the financial arrangements for the marriage of “Heer Gherart Heere van Vorne en Burgrave van Zeelant” and “Veere Elisabette...dogter...Heeren Dircx Grave van Cleve” by charter dated 11 Jun 1332[2199]. "Reynald greue van Ghelren ende van Sutphen" acknowledged that "Dyderic greue van Cleue onze…bole" had agreed to share "graescapen van Cleue" between "Margriete greuinne van der Marke, Elyzabeth vrouwe van Voerne, borchgreuinne van Zelant, ende Marie, sine dochteren" by charter dated 20 Aug 1333[2200]. The marriage contract of "Dirk graaf van Kleef…zijner dochter Elisabeth" and "Otto zoon des landgraven van Hessen" is dated 25 Sep 1338[2201]. "Didderic greue van Cleue, Aloph greue van der Marka, Margareta greuinne van der Marka onse…wijf ende Johan van Cleue doemdeken van Colen" issued a charter dated 16 Aug 1341 relating to the marriage of "Lysabet dochter ons greuen van Cleue" and "Otten audesten soen des lantgreuen van Hessen", recording "heren Gerarde heer van Voerne, dy haer man was"[2202]. m firstly (before 11 Jun 1332) as his second wife, GERAARD Heer van Voorne Burggraaf van Zeeland, son of ALBERT Heer van Voorne Burggraaf van Zeeland & his second wife Catherine de Durbuy (-20 Apr 1337). m secondly (contract 25 Sep 1338) OTTO [II] "der Schütz" von Hessen, son of HEINRICH II "der Eiserne" Landgraf Herr von Hessen & his wife Margareta von Meissen (-[9/11] Dec 1366).

c) MARIA (-after 20 Aug 1333). "Reynald greue van Ghelren ende van Sutphen" acknowledged that "Dyderic greue van Cleue onze…bole" had agreed to share "graescapen van Cleue" between "Margriete greuinne van der Marke, Elyzabeth vrouwe van Voerne, borchgreuinne van Zelant, ende Marie, sine dochteren" by charter dated 20 Aug 1333[2203].

5. MARGARETA ([1292/95?]-after 1325, bur Bruges). m (Jan 1309) HENRI de Flandre, son of GUY Count of Flanders & his second wife Isabelle de Luxembourg Ctss de Namur ([1275/80?]-6 Nov 1337, bur Bruges).

6. JOHANN (-9 Dec 1368). "Th. comes Cliuensis" granted "oppido Duseborgensi…domine Margarete matri nostre" as dowry to "Nese sorori nostre…et…Adolpho comiti de Monte cum eadem sorore nostra" by charter dated 31 Mar 1312, in the presence of "matri nostre…et Johannis ac Euerardi fratrum nostrorum"[2204]. "Didderic greue van Cleue, Aloph greue van der Marka, Margareta greuinne van der Marka onse…wijf ende Johan van Cleue doemdeken van Colen" issued a charter dated 16 Aug 1341 relating to the marriage of "Lysabet dochter ons greuen van Cleue" and "Otten audesten soen des lantgreuen van Hessen", recording "heren Gerarde heer van Voerne, dy haer man was"[2205]. "Dyederic greue van Cleue, Jan van Cleue doemdeken van Coelne, ghebroeder" testified concerning the division of property between "her Didderic van Hurne, here van Cranenborgh, Jan, Willaem, Otte ende Euerart syn broedere", naming "hoer moeder, vrouwe Yrmgarden van Cleue, wylner vrouwe was te Hurne, onser…zuster", by charter dated 20 Apr 1343[2206]. Graf von Kleve. "Johan greue van Cleue" granted annual revenue to "one…vrouwe Mechtilt van Gelren, greuinne van Cleu" from "den lande van Mechlen" by charter dated 6 Mar 1359[2207]. m (before 22 Feb 1348, Papal dispensation 28 May 1350) as her second husband, MECHTILD van Gelre, widow of GODEFROI Comte de Looz-Chiny, daughter of REINALD [II] Graaf van Gelre & his first wife Sophie Berthout Vrouwe van Mechelen ([1325]-Huissen 21 Sep 1384, bur Arnhem). Pope Clement VI granted dispensation for the marriage between “Iohanne comite Clevensi” and “Mechtildi relicta quondam Godefridi nati comitis Lossensis domina in Mechlinia et Eylia consanguinea archiepiscopi”, despite their ignorance of the 4° consanguinity between them, dated 28 May 1350[2208]. "Johan greue van Cleue" granted annual revenue to "one…vrouwe Mechtilt van Gelren, greuinne van Cleu" from "den lande van Mechlen" by charter dated 6 Mar 1359[2209]. Her second marriage is confirmed by the charter dated 28 Nov 1368 under which "Edevart…hertoge van Gelre ende greve van Zutphen" confirmed "heerlichheit van Huessen" to "Mechtelt van Gelre, grevynne van Cleve, onse…suster"[2210]. The Kronik van Arent toe Bocop names "Mergreta…" as the second of the four daughters of "dye Rennaldus…grave van Gelre" and his wife "Soffie dye docter van den heerre van Mechghelen" married "dye grave van Valois" and died in 1384[2211]. She succeeded her half-brother as Dss of Geldern in 1371. The Continuation of Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records that “Mergildis comitissa quondam Clevensis soror predictorum fratrum” succeeded on the death of “Reinaldus primogenitus ducis Gelrie filius”[2212]. She married thirdly (14 Feb 1372) Jean de Châtillon Comte de Blois et de Dunois. The Continuation of Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records that “Mergildis comitissa quondam Clevensis soror predictorum fratrum” married “domino de Beloys” in 1372[2213].

7. IRMGARD [Elisabeth] (-after 29 Mar 1352). The marriage contract between “Gerhard von Horn” and “Elisabeth von Kleve” is dated 19 Feb 1316[2214]. The name discrepancy suggests that Gerard van Horne may have married another daughter named Irmgard after her sister Elisabeth died. "Irmegarth van Cleve…wyf heren Ghereyts die here was van Hurnen, ende Diderich ayste sone heren Ghereyts ende Irmegarde vorghenomde" agreed with "den greue van Cleue, onsen bruder" to share "der heerscap van Husden" {Heusden} by charter dated 18 Feb 1331[2215]. "Dyederic greue van Cleue, Jan van Cleue doemdeken van Coelne, ghebroeder" testified concerning the division of property between "her Didderic van Hurne, here van Cranenborgh, Jan, Willaem, Otte ende Euerart syn broedere", naming "hoer moeder, vrouwe Yrmgarden van Cleue, wylner vrouwe was te Hurne, onser…zuster", by charter dated 20 Apr 1343[2216]. m (contract 19 Feb 1316) as his second wife, GERARD [II] Heer van Horne, Altena, Weert, Perwez en Herlaer, son of WILLEM [IV] Heer van Horne & his [first wife Marguerite de Looz] (-3 May 1333, bur Brussels Carmelite Abbey).

8. AGNES (-after 1361). "Th. comes Cliuensis" granted "oppido Duseborgensi…domine Margarete matri nostre" as dowry to "Nese sorori nostre…et…Adolpho comiti de Monte cum eadem sorore nostra" by charter dated 31 Mar 1312, in the presence of "matri nostre…et Johannis ac Euerardi fratrum nostrorum"[2217]. "Adolphus comes et Agnes comitissa de Monte coniuges" granted rights to revenue to the town of Ratingen by charter dated 26 Nov 1341[2218]. m (contract 31 Mar 1312) ADOLF VI Graf von Berg, son of HEINRICH von Berg-Windeck [Limburg] & his wife Agnes von der Mark (-3 Apr 1348).

9. MARIA (-1347). Nun at Bedburg.

10. EBERHARD (-after 31 Mar 1312). "Th. comes Cliuensis" granted "oppido Duseborgensi…domine Margarete matri nostre" as dowry to "Nese sorori nostre…et…Adolpho comiti de Monte cum eadem sorore nostra" by charter dated 31 Mar 1312, in the presence of "matri nostre…et Johannis ac Euerardi fratrum nostrorum"[2219].

11. ANNA (-1378). "Godart greue van Arnsberg ind Anna van Cleue syne…huysvrouwe" granted "deme lande van Arnsberg" to the archbishopric of Köln by charter dated 10 May 1369[2220]. "Anna van Cleue greuynne van Arnsberg" transferred revenue received from "Dyderich greue zu Cleue unse broyder" to the archbishop of Köln by charter dated 1377[2221]. m GOTTFRIED [IV] Graf von Arnsberg, son of WILHELM Graf von Arnsberg & his wife Beatrix von Kuyc-Rietburg (-1371).

B. GRAFEN von KLEVE, DUKES of KLEVE (GRAFEN von der MARK)

ADOLF [III] von der Mark, son of ADOLF [III] Graf von der Mark & his wife Margareta von Kleve (1334-Kleve 7 Sep 1394, bur Kleve). Pope Clement VI granted "canonicatu eccl. Leod. sub expectatione prebende" to “Adulpho nato Adulphi comitis de Marka”, dated 3 Nov 1342[2222]. Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records that in 1350 “tres domicelli de Marka fratres comitis Engelberti...Adulphus, Theodericus et Everhardus” donated property at Liège[2223]. Archbishop of Köln 1363-1364. Graf von Kleve. "Adolph greue van Cleue" and "Diderich van der Marke gebroedere" agreed to share "der graesscap van der Marke" after the death of "onse…broder…Engelbrecht greue van der Marke" by charter dated 14 May 1380[2224]. "Adolph greue van Cleue und van der Marke, Adolph und Diderich van Cleue gebruedere, syne suene" agreed an alliance with the town of Köln by charter dated 30 Apr 1392[2225]. An epitaph in Kleve cathedral records the death in 1394 of “Alef van den Marck, die Bischop was te Munster en te Ceulen...Greve te Cleve”, naming his wife “Margaretha een dochter van den Berge” and recording that they had sixteen children[2226].

m (contract 23 Sep 1369) MARGARETA von Jülich, daughter of GERHARD [VI] Graf von Jülich & his wife Margareta von Ravensberg (-Monreberg 10 Aug 1425, bur Kleve). The marriage contract of "Adolph greue van Cleue" and "onse…swager…Willem van Gulich greue van den Berghe end van Rauensbergh, Margareten syn zuster" is dated 23 Sep 1369[2227].

Adolf & his wife had [sixteen] children:

1. ADOLF [II] (2 Aug 1373-23 Sep 1448, bur Wesel Dominican Church). Wernher Teschenmacher’s Annales Cliviæ (1630s) names “Adolphum in comitatu Clivio, Theodoricum et Gerhardum in Marcano successores” as three of the seven sons of Adolf Graf von Kleve and his wife[2228]. "Adolph greue end Margareta greuinne van Cleue" granted their rights to "den hues toe Kriekenbeke" to "Adolph onsen aildsten soen" by charter dated 2 Feb 1391[2229]. "Adolph greue van Cleue und van der Marke, Adolph und Diderich van Cleue gebruedere, syne suene" agreed an alliance with the town of Köln by charter dated 30 Apr 1392[2230]. Graf von Kleve. Duke of Kleve 1417: Sigismund King of Germany installed “Adolpho duci Clivensi...nostro...consanguineo” as “principem atque ducem Clivensem” by charter dated 1417[2231]. m firstly (Heidelberg before 1 Mar 1400) AGNES Pfalzgräfin bei Rhein, daughter of RUPRECHT III Pfalzgraf bei Rhein, Elector Palatine, King of Germany & his wife Elisabeth von Nürnberg [Hohenzollern] (1379-Heidelberg 12 Feb 1401, bur Kleve). m secondly (contract 1405, Arras 22 Jul 1406) MARIE de Bourgogne, daughter of JEAN "Sans-Peur" Duke of Burgundy & his wife Marguerite de Hainaut (1393-Monreberg near Kalkar 30 Oct 1463, bur Kloster Grawe, near Wesel). The marriage contract between “Joannes dux Burgundie comes Flandriæ, Arthesiæ et Burgundiæ...domicellam Mariam nostri ducis filiam secundo genitam” and “Adolphus...comes Clivensis et de Marka” is dated 1405[2232]. Adolf I & his second wife had ten children:

a) MARGARETA ([23 Feb 1416]-Stuttgart 20 May 1444, bur Stuttgart Stiftskirche). Wernher Teschenmacher’s Annales Cliviæ (1630s) records the birth “vespera Matthiæ” 1416 of “primogenita Margaretha”, but the editor of the edition consulted quotes no earlier primary source which confirms this information[2233]. The same source adds that she was contracted to marry in 1424 “Ludov. II dictum Magnanimum, Ludovici primi dicti Pacifici filium, Landgravium Hassiæ”. This is impossible chronologically, unless her betrothed was in fact Ludwig III Landgraf von Hessen the father. m firstly (Basel 11 May 1433) WILHELM III Duke of Bavaria, son of JOHANN II Duke of Bavaria & his wife Katharina von Görz (Munich 1375-Munich 12 or 21 Sep 1435, bur Munich Unsere Liebe Frau). m secondly (Stuttgart 29 Jan 1441) as his first wife, ULRICH V "der Vielgeliebte" Graf von Württemberg-Stuttgart, son of EBERHARD IV "der Jüngere" Graf von Württemberg & his wife Henriette Ctss de Montbéliard (1413-Leonberg 1 Sep 1480, bur Stuttgart Stiftskirche).

b) KATHARINA ([Kleve 25 May 1417]-Lobith 10 Feb 1479). Wernher Teschenmacher’s Annales Cliviæ (1630s) records the birth “die Urbani...in Maio” 1417 of “Catharina” and her betrothal 1423 to “Arnholdo Egmundano Geldriæ ducis”[2234]. The marriage contract between "Arnolt...hertoige van Gelre ind van Gulich ind greue van Sutphen" and "Adolph...hertoige van Cleue ind greue van der Marke [...Marien van Burgundien...oirre moider]...Katherynen...htmhter" is dated 22 Jul 1423[2235]. m (contract 22 Jul 1423, Kleve 26 Jan 1430) ARNOLD van Egmont Duke of Gelre, son of JAN [II] van Egmond & his wife Maria van Arkel (1410-Grave 23 Feb 1473, bur Grave).

c) JOHANN (Kleve 16 Feb 1419-5 Sep 1481). Wernher Teschenmacher’s Annales Cliviæ (1630s) records the birth “die S. Julianæ” 1419 of “Joannes, patris successor”, but the editor of the edition consulted quotes no earlier primary source which confirms this information[2236]. Duke of Kleve.

- see below.

d) ELISABETH ([1 Oct 1420]-Mar 1488). Wernher Teschenmacher’s Annales Cliviæ (1630s) records the birth “die Remigii” 1420 of “Elisabetha” who married “Heinrico comiti Swartzenburgio”, but the editor of the edition consulted quotes no earlier primary source which confirms this information[2237]. m (15 Jul 1434) HEINRICH [XXVI] Graf von Schwarzburg in Blankenburg, son of HEINRICH [XXIV] Graf von Schwarzburg in Blankenburg & his wife Katharina von Braunschweig (-23 Oct 1418-26 Nov 1488).

e) AGNES ([24 Mar 1422]-Olite 6 Apr 1448). Wernher Teschenmacher’s Annales Cliviæ (1630s) records the birth “die S. Matthæi” 1422 of “Agnes” who married “Caroli Vindociæi, Navarræ regis” by whom she was sterile, but the editor of the edition consulted quotes no earlier primary source which confirms this information[2238]. m (Olite 30 Sep 1439) Infante don CARLOS de Aragón y Navarra Principe de Viana, son of Infante don JUAN de Aragón, JUAN King of Navarre [later JUAN II King of Aragon] & his wife Blanche d'Evreux-Navarre (Peñafiel 29 May 1421-Barcelona 23 Sep 1461).

f) HELENE ([18 Aug 1423]-3 Jul 1471, bur Braunschweig Cathedral). Botho’s Chronicon Brunsvicensium Picturatum records in 1437 that “Hertoghe Hinrick to Brunswick unde Lunenborch, des Hertoghen Hinrikes sone” married “Helenam, des Hertoghen dochter van Cleve unde Marggreve to der Marcke”[2239]. Wernher Teschenmacher’s Annales Cliviæ (1630s) records the birth “die S. Helenæ” 1423 of “Helena” who married “Heinrico duci Brunswicensi”, but the editor of the edition consulted quotes no earlier primary source which confirms this information[2240]. m (12 Feb 1436) HEINRICH Herzog von Braunschweig-Wolfenbüttel, son of HEINRICH II Herzog von Braunschweig-Lüneburg & his second wife Margareta von Hessen (1411-Wolfenbüttel 6/8 Dec 1473, bur Braunschweig Cathedral).

g) ADOLF (Wijnendale [28 Jun 1425]-18 Sep 1492, bur Brussels Saint-Dominique, heart Eerst te Zuudburg). Wernher Teschenmacher’s Annales Cliviæ (1630s) records the birth “vespera SS. Petri et Paulo” 1425 of “Adolphus” who was first invested by his father in 1444 with “castris Vredenburgio et Bielsteinio” and was later made “Ravensteinii dynasta”, but the editor of the edition consulted quotes no earlier primary source which confirms this information[2241]. Herr von Ravenstein. Lieutenant General of Burgundy. Captain General of Hainaut 1477-1482. An epitaph at Eerst te Zuudburg records the burial of the hearts of “mer Adolf van Cleve ende van Ravestein” who died ---- and “Anna van Bourgoigne, wed. van heer Adriaen van Borsele, voorseide heere van Brugdamme” who died 16 Jan 1508 (O.S.?)[2242]. m firstly (13 May 1453) BRITES de Coimbra, daughter of Infante dom PEDRO de Portugal Duque de Coimbra & his wife Isabel de Urgell ([1435]-Bruges Feb 1462, bur Le Quesnoy). m secondly (Bruges 21 Jun 1470) as her second husband, ANNE de Bourgogne, widow of ADRIAAN van Borsselen Heer van Brigdamme, illegitimate daughter of PHILIPPE Duke of Burgundy & his mistress Jacqueline van Steenberghe (-Zuudburg Castle 18 Jan 1508, bur Brussels Saint-Dominique, heart Eerst te Zuudburg). An epitaph at Eerst te Zuudburg records the burial of the hearts of “mer Adolf van Cleve ende van Ravestein” who died ---- and “Anna van Bourgoigne, wed. van heer Adriaen van Borsele, voorseide heere van Brugdamme” who died 16 Jan 1508 (O.S.?)[2243]. Adolf & his first wife had two children:

i) PHILIPP von Kleve (Brussels 1456-28 Jan 1528, bur Brussels). Herr von Ravenstein. Dutch admiral. Captain General of Flanders. m (contract 24 May 1485) FRANÇOISE de Luxembourg-Saint-Pol, daughter of PIERRE de Luxembourg Comte de Brienne et de Saint-Pol, Comte de Marle et de Soissons & his wife Marguerite de Savoie (-5 Dec 1523). Philipp & his wife had one child:

(a) AMALBERGA von Kleve ). Butkens records that she and her husband granted Grobbendonk 20 May 1509 to Philipp von Kleve Herr von Ravenstein for his daughter Amalberga[2244]. Vrouw van Grobbendonk. m ANDRE de Jauche Seigneur de Sassignies, son of JACQUES de Jauche Seigneur de Mastaing & his wife Philippote de Lannoy Dame de Hornaing (-[1532]).

ii) LOUISE von Kleve (1457-).

Adolf had [one illegitimate child by an unknown mistress]:

iii) [JOHANN von Kleve (-14 Aug 1504, bur Rousselaere). An epitaph at Rousselaere records the burial of “noble home messire Jan de Cleves, B. de Ravestein, chlr et gouverneur de Winnendale” who died 14 Aug 1504 and “noble dame Jenne de Lichtervelde” who died 20 Dec 1526[2245]. m JOHANNA van Lichtervelde, daughter of --- (-20 Dec 1526, bur Rousselaere).]

h) MARIA ([19 Sep 1426]-Chauny-en-Picardie, Aisne Jul 1486, bur Paris église des Célestins). Wernher Teschenmacher’s Annales Cliviæ (1630s) records the birth “pridie Matthæi Apostoli” 1426 of “Maria” who married “Carolo Valesio duci Aurelianensi”, but the editor of the edition consulted quotes no earlier primary source which confirms this information[2246]. The long delay between her marriage and the birth of her children suggests that this reported year of her birth may not be correct. She was brought up at the court of her uncle the duke of Burgundy. Jean Chartier’s Chronique de Charles VII records the marriage “à Saint-Omer” of “Charles duc d’Orléans” and “la niepce au duc de Bourguongne”, after his release from prison in England[2247]. Dame de Chaumont-sur-Loire, de La Borde et des Rochettes May 1466. m firstly (contract Montreuil 16 Nov 1440, Saint-Omer, Pas-de-Calais, Abbaye de Saint-Bertin 26 Nov 1440) CHARLES Duc d’Orléans, son of LOUIS de France Duc d'Orléans & his second wife Valentina Visconti of Milan (Hôtel royal de Saint-Pol, Paris 24 Nov 1394-Château d'Amboise, Indre-et-Loire 4 Jan 1465, bur Paris église des Célestins). m secondly (secretly [1473/75]) CLAUDE de Rabodanges Seigneur de Thun, son of --- ([1441/42]-). He had arrived in Blois in [1468] and became the maître d'hôtel of the duchesse d’Orléans.

i) ANNE ([26 Feb 1432-1432]). The primary source which confirms her existence has not been identified.

j) ENGELBERT ([30 Jun 1433-1 Jul 1433]). Wernher Teschenmacher’s Annales Cliviæ (1630s) records the birth “post SS. Petri et Pauli diem” 1433 of “Engelbertus” who died “nocte nativitatem insequente”, but the editor of the edition consulted quotes no earlier primary source which confirms this information[2248].

2. DIETRICH (1374-killed in battle Elberfeld 14 Mar 1398). Wernher Teschenmacher’s Annales Cliviæ (1630s) names “Adolphum in comitatu Clivio, Theodoricum et Gerhardum in Marcano successores” as three of the seven sons of Adolf Graf von Kleve and his wife[2249]. "Adolph greue van Cleue und van der Marke, Adolph und Diderich van Cleue gebruedere, syne suene" agreed an alliance with the town of Köln by charter dated 30 Apr 1392[2250]. Graf von der Mark: "Dyderich van Cleue" confirmed that "myn vaider greue Adolph van Cleue ind van der Marke" had granted him "die gansse graeschap van der Marke" by charter dated 2 Jan 1393[2251].

3. MARGARETA ([1375]-Haus Kleve near Haarlem 14 May 1411, bur The Hague Kloosterkerk). Jan van Leiden’s Chronicon Comitum Hollandiæ records that Count Albert married secondly “Margaretam iuvenculam filiam Adulphi comitis Clivensis” by whom he was childless[2252]. m (Heusden 2 Apr 1394) as his second wife, ALBERT Comte de Hainaut, Count of Holland, son of Emperor LUDWIG IV Duke of Bavaria, King of Germany & his second wife Marguerite Ctss de Hainaut, Ctss of Holland (Munich 25 Jul 1336-The Hague 13 Dec 1404, bur The Hague).

4. [MINTA . Wernher Teschenmacher’s Annales Cliviæ (1630s) records that “Myntam”, second daughter of Adolf Graf von Kleve and his wife, married “Carolo Bohemiæ regis filio, vel potius Ottoni Hasso dicto Sagittario”, the editor of the edition consulted quoting no earlier primary source which confirms this information (which remains uncorroborated)[2253]. The information corresponds to no information available in other sources relating to the kings of Bohemia.]

5. [WENDELIA . Wernher Teschenmacher’s Annales Cliviæ (1630s) records that “Wendeliam”, third daughter of Adolf Graf von Kleve and his wife, married “Philippo comiti Niversio”, the editor of the edition consulted quoting no earlier primary source which confirms this information (which remains uncorroborated)[2254]. The information corresponds to no information available in other sources relating to the comtes de Nevers.]

6. ELISABETH (-after 2 Jul 1430). Jacques de Hemricourt records that “mess. Renars” married “la filhe le conte de Claives” but died childless[2255]. Wernher Teschenmacher’s Annales Cliviæ (1630s) records that “Elisabetham”, fourth daughter of Adolf Graf von Kleve and his wife, married firstly “Reinhero Falckenburgio, Bornæ, Sittardi, Brugæ et Ravensteinii domino” and secondly after 1400 “Friderico Palatini Rheini, duci Bavariæ et Bipontis”[2256]. "Reynold van Valkenborgh here van Borne ind van Sittard" granted revenue to his wife "greue Adolph van Cleue…Lysbeth syn doichter" by charter dated 9 Jan 1393[2257]. m firstly (before 9 Jan 1393) REINOLD van Valkenberg, son of JAN van Valkenburg & his second wife Catharina van Voorne (-17 Jan 1396). m secondly (Köln 16 Jan 1401) as his second wife, STEFAN III Duke of Bavaria-Ingolstadt, son of STEFAN II "mit der Hafte" Duke of Bavaria & his wife Isabella of Sicily [Aragon] ([1337]-25 Sep 1413).

7. GERHARD (-Schwerte am Ruhr 12/13 Sep 1461). Wernher Teschenmacher’s Annales Cliviæ (1630s) names “Adolphum in comitatu Clivio, Theodoricum et Gerhardum in Marcano successores” as three of the seven sons of Adolf Graf von Kleve and his wife[2258]. Graf von der Mark 1425, resigned 1431.

8. HEINRICH (-young). Wernher Teschenmacher’s Annales Cliviæ (1630s) names “Henricum, Gwalterum, Joannem et Wilhelmum primo juventutis flore extinctos” as four of the seven sons of Adolf Graf von Kleve and his wife, the editor of the edition consulted quoting no earlier primary source which confirms this information[2259].

9. WALTER (-young). Wernher Teschenmacher’s Annales Cliviæ (1630s) names “Henricum, Gwalterum, Joannem et Wilhelmum primo juventutis flore extinctos” as four of the seven sons of Adolf Graf von Kleve and his wife, the editor of the edition consulted quoting no earlier primary source which confirms this information[2260].

10. JOHANN (-young). Wernher Teschenmacher’s Annales Cliviæ (1630s) names “Henricum, Gwalterum, Joannem et Wilhelmum primo juventutis flore extinctos” as four of the seven sons of Adolf Graf von Kleve and his wife, the editor of the edition consulted quoting no earlier primary source which confirms this information[2261].

11. WILHELM (-young). Wernher Teschenmacher’s Annales Cliviæ (1630s) names “Henricum, Gwalterum, Joannem et Wilhelmum primo juventutis flore extinctos” as four of the seven sons of Adolf Graf von Kleve and his wife, the editor of the edition consulted quoting no earlier primary source which confirms this information[2262].

12. KATHARINA (-Büderich 3 Jun 1459, bur Wesel Kartäuserkloster). "Friderich greue van Muerse ind herre to Baere" recorded that, because "onse…vrouwe Walburgh greuynne van Muerse" had acted as godmother for "Katherinen…dochtere…greuen Adolffs van Cleue", she could not marry "onsen aldsten soene" who would instead marry her sister "Irmgard" or, in default, "Engelbreche, doichtere" by charter dated 1 Nov 1393[2263]. Wernher Teschenmacher’s Annales Cliviæ (1630s) records that “Catharinam”, daughter of Adolf Graf von Kleve and his wife, died 1459 “Bouricæ in virginitate” and was buried “in vicina Carthusia Graviensi apud fratrem, primum Clivorum ducem, eius fundatorem”, the editor of the edition consulted quoting no earlier primary source which confirms this information[2264]. According to Europäische Stammtafeln, Katharina married “um 1415 Bertrand de la Boverie”[2265]. No indication has been found of the primary source on which this information is based. It should be noted that another table in Europäische Stammtafeln records “Bertrand de la Boverie” as the second husband of Isabelle, daughter of Hugues de Melun Burggraaf van Gent & his first wife Marguerite de Picquigny. This is based on Jacques de Hemricourt’s late 14th century Miroir des Nobles de Hesbaye which records that “madame de Renay en Flandres et de Beafor sor Mouze...filhe [de]...saingnor Dantongne deleis Tournay [qui] avoit esteit femme alle...Robier de Namur freire de Conte Wilhelme de Namur” married “Bertrans [de Boverie]” against the advice of her family and friends[2266]. If all this information is correct, Katharina would presumably therefore have been Bertrand’s second wife. [m ([1415]) [as his second wife,] BERTRAND de la Boverie, son of JEAN Buchar de la Boverie & his wife Blanche Malassuré de la Monzée.]

13. JOHANNA . Abbess of Hörde. Wernher Teschenmacher’s Annales Cliviæ (1630s) records that “Joannam”, daughter of Adolf Graf von Kleve and his wife, became “abbatissam S. Claræ Hœrdensem” in 1401, the editor of the edition consulted quoting no earlier primary source which confirms this information[2267].

14. IRMGARD . "Friderich greue van Muerse ind herre to Baere" recorded that, because "onse…vrouwe Walburgh greuynne van Muerse" had acted as godmother for "Katherinen…dochtere…greuen Adolffs van Cleue", she could not marry "onsen aldsten soene" who would instead marry her sister "Irmgard" or, in default, "Engelbreche, doichtere" by charter dated 1 Nov 1393[2268].

15. ENGELBERTA (-Köln 7 Dec 1458, bur [Mörs/Köln St. Pantaleon]). Wernher Teschenmacher’s Annales Cliviæ (1630s) records that “Engelbertam”, fifth daughter of Adolf Graf von Kleve and his wife, married “Friderico comiti Mœrsano”, founded “in oppido Mœrsano cœnobium Carmelitis” in 1446, died 7 Dec 1458, and was buried “Coloniæ ad S. Pantaleonem”, the editor of the edition consulted quoting no earlier primary source which confirms this information[2269]. "Friderich greue van Muerse ind herre to Baere" recorded that, because "onse…vrouwe Walburgh greuynne van Muerse" had acted as godmother for "Katherinen…dochtere…greuen Adolffs van Cleue", she could not marry "onsen aldsten soene" who would instead marry her sister "Irmgard" or, in default, "Engelbreche, doichtere" by charter dated 1 Nov 1393[2270]. m (contract 1 Nov 1393) FRIEDRICH Graf von Mörs-Mörs, son of FRIEDRICH Graf von Mörs & his wife Walburga von Saarwerden (-11 Jul 1448, bur Köln St Pantaleon).

16. [JUTTA . Wernher Teschenmacher’s Annales Cliviæ (1630s) records that “Juttam”, daughter of Adolf Graf von Kleve and his wife, was betrothed to “Wilhelmo Juliæ duci” after the death of his first wife, the editor of the edition consulted quoting no earlier primary source which confirms this information[2271]. This report is presumably garbled in some way if not totally inaccurate. Not only would Wilhelm von Jülich have been Jutta’s first cousin, and a Papal dispensation for their marriage therefore unlikely to be forthcoming at that time, but the ruling duke of Jülich was then Wilhelm’s brother Adolf. Betrothed ([after 1419]) to WILHELM von Jülich, son of WILHELM VII Duke of Jülich and Berg & his wife Anna Pfalzgräfin bei Rhein (1382-Bielefeld 22 Aug 1428, bur Bielefeld Marienkirche).]

JOHANN von Kleve, son of ADOLF Duke of Kleve & his second wife Marie de Bourgogne [Valois-Capet] (Kleve 16 Feb 1419-5 Sep 1481). Wernher Teschenmacher’s Annales Cliviæ (1630s) records the birth “die S. Julianæ” 1419 of “Joannes, patris successor”, but the editor of the edition consulted quotes no earlier primary source which confirms this information[2272]. Duke of Kleve.

m (contract Bruges 25 Mar 1455, Bruges 22 Apr 1455) ELISABETH de Nevers, daughter of JEAN de Nevers [later Comte de Nevers] [Bourgogne-Valois] & his first wife Jacqueline d’Ailly ([1439]-21 Jun 1483). The marriage contract between “Jean duc de Clèves et comte de la Mark” and “Elisabeth de Bourgogne, fille de Jean de Bourgogne comte d’Estampes et sgr de Dourdan, et de Jacqueline d’Ailly sa femme” is dated 25 Mar 1455[2273]. Heiress of Nevers and Eu.

Johann & his wife had six children:

1. JOHANN von Kleve "der Kindermacher" (Kleve 14 Apr 1458-15 Jan 1521, bur Kleve Stiftskirche). Duke of Kleve. m (Soest 3 Nov 1489) MATHILDE von Hessen, daughter of HEINRICH III Landgraf zu Hessen, Graf zu Ziegenhain und Nidda, Herr von Oberhessen & his wife Anna von Katzenelnbogen (Blankenstein Jul 1473-Köln 19 Feb 1505, bur Kleve Stiftskirche). Johann & his wife had three children:

a) JOHANN von Kleve (Kleve 10 Nov 1490-6 Feb 1539, bur Kleve). Duke of Jülich and Berg 1511. Duke of Kleve 1521. Duke of Jülich-Kleve-Berg 1524.

- see below.

b) ANNA (Kleve 21 May 1495-24 May 1567). m (1518) PHILIPP Graf von Waldeck-Eisenberg, son of --- (1486-1539).

c) ADOLF (Kleve 23 Jan 1498-Spain 1525).

2. ADOLF (Kleve 28 Apr 1461-5 Apr 1498). Priest at Liège.

3. ENGELBERT (Kleve 26 Sep 1462-21 Nov 1506, bur Nevers Franciscan Church). Comte de Nevers.

- COMTES de NEVERS.

4. DIETRICH (Kleve 29 Jun 1464-).

5. MARIE (Kleve 16 Aug 1465-7 Oct 1513, bur Kleve).

6. PHILIPP (Kleve 1 Jan 1467-Nevers 5 Mar 1505). Bishop of Nevers 1500, Bishop of Amiens 1501. Bishop of Autun 1503.

C. DUKES of JÜLICH-BERG-KLEVE

JOHANN von Kleve, son of JOHANN II Duke of Kleve & his wife Mathilde von Hessen (Kleve 10 Nov 1490-6 Feb 1539, bur Kleve). Duke of Jülich and Berg 1511. Duke of Kleve 1521. He succeeded in 1524 as JOHANN III "der Friedfertige" Duke of Jülich-Kleve-Berg.

m (1 Oct 1510) MARIE von Jülich und Berg, daughter of WILHELM VIII Duke of Jülich and Berg & his second wife Sibylle von Brandenburg (3 Aug 1491-Büderich 29 Aug 1543).

Johann & his wife had four children:

1. SIBYLLE (Düsseldorf 17 Jul 1512-Weimar 21 Feb 1554, bur Weimar St Peter & Paul). An epitaph at Weimar records the death 21 Feb 1554 of “Sibilla Gebobrne von Jülich, Churf. und Herzogin...”[2274]. m (contract 8 Aug 1526, Torgau 9 Feb 1527) JOHANN FRIEDRICH I Elector of Saxony, son of JOHANN "der Beständige" Elector of Saxony & his first wife Sophie von Mecklenburg (Torgau 30 Jun 1503-Weimar 3 Mar 1554, bur Weimar St Peter & Paul).

2. ANNA (Düsseldorf 22 Sep 1515-Chelsea Old Palace, London 16/17 Jul 1557, bur Westminster Abbey). m (Greenwich Palace, Kent 6 Jan 1540, not consummated, annulled 9 Jul 1540) as his fourth wife, HENRY VIII King of England, son of HENRY VII King of England & his wife Elizabeth of York (Greenwich Palace, Kent 28 Jun 1491-Whitehall Palace, London 28 Jan 1547, bur St George's Chapel, Windsor).

3. WILHELM "der Reiche" (Düsseldorf 28 Jul 1516-Düsseldorf 5 Jan 1592, bur Düsseldorf St Lambertuskirche). Duke of Jülich-Kleve-Berg. m firstly (Château de Châtellerault 14 Jun 1541, not consummated, annulled 12 Oct 1545) as her first husband, as her second husband, Infanta doña JUANA de Navarra d'Albret, daughter of ENRIQUE (II) titular King of Navarre & his wife Marguerite d’Orléans Dss de Berry (Pau 7 Jan 1528-murdered Paris, Hôtel du Prince de Condé 9 Jun 1572, bur Vendôme Saint-Georges). The marriage contract between “le duc de Cleves et de Juilliers” and “Jehanne, fille unique…[des] roy et royne de Navarre” is dated 16 Jul 1540[2275]. Ruble recounts the background and other information relating to this marriage[2276]. Pope Paul III’s declaration of nullity of the marriage is dated 12 Oct 1545[2277]. She succeeded her father in 1555 as JUANA (III) titular Queen of Navarre, Pss de Béarn, Ctss de Foix. m secondly (Regensburg 18 Jul 1546) MARIA Archduchess of Austria, daughter of Emperor FERDINAND I Archduke of Austria, King of Hungary and Bohemia & his wife Anna Pss of Hungary & Bohemia (Prague 15 May 1531-Schloß Hambach 11 Dec 1581, bur Kleve Stiftskirche). Wilhelm & his wife had seven children:

a) MARIE ELEONORE (Kleve 15/16 Jun 1550-1 Jun 1608). m (Kölnigsberg 14 Oct 1573) ALBRECHT FRIEDRICH Duke of Prussia, son of ALBRECHT von Brandenburg Duke of Prussia & his second wife Anna Marie von Braunschweig-Lüneburg (Schloß Neuhausen near Königsberg 29 Apr 1553-Fischhausen 27/28 Aug 1618, bur Königsberg).

b) ANNA (Kleve 1 Mar 1552-Höchstadt an der Donau 16 Oct 1632, bur Lauingen St Martin). m (Neuburg an der Donau 27 Sep 1574) PHILIPP LUDWIG Pfalzgraf und Herzog von Neuburg, son of WOLFGANG Pfalzgraf von Zweibrücken & his wife Anna von Hessen (Zweibrücken 2 Oct 1547-Neuburg an der Donau 22 Aug 1614, bur Lauingen St Martin).

c) MAGDALENA (Kleve 2 Nov 1553-Meisenheim 30 Jul 1633, bur Meisenheim Stadtkirche). m (Bergzabern 4 Oct 1579) JOHANN Pfalzgraf von Zweibrücken, son of WOLFGANG Pfalzgraf von Zweibrücken & his wife Anna von Hessen (Meisenheim 18 May 1550-Germersheim 12 Aug 1604, bur Zweibrücken Alexanderkirche).

d) KARL FRIEDRICH (Kleve 28 Apr 1555-Rome 9 Feb 1575, bur Rome Santa Maria dell’Anima).

e) ELISABETH (Kleve 29 Jun 1556-19 Apr 1561, bur Kleve).

f) SIBYLLE (Kleve 26 Aug 1557-16 Dec 1627, bur Günzburg). m (4 Mar 1601) KARL Archduke of Austria Markgraf von Burgau, son of FERDINAND Archduke of Austria & his first wife Philippine Welser (Schloß Krivoklat, Bohemia 22 Nov 1560-near Bodensee 31 Oct 1618).

g) JOHANN WILHELM (Kleve 28 May 1562-Düsseldorf 25 Mar 1609). Duke of Jülich-Kleve-Berg. m firstly (Düsseldorf 16 Jun 1585) JAKOBÄA von Baden, daughter of PHILIBERT Markgraf von Baden-Baden & his wife Mechtild von Bayern (16 Jan 1558-murdered Düsseldorf 3 Sep of 3 Nov 1597, bur Düsseldorf). She was strangled. m secondly (20 Jun 1599) ANTOINETTE de Lorraine, daughter of CHARLES III Duke of Lorraine & his wife Claude de France (Château de Gondréville 23 Aug 1568-Nancy 23 Aug 1610, bur Nancy).

4. AMALIA (Kleve 14 Nov 1517-Düsseldorf 1 Mar 1586, bur Düsseldorf St. Maria). The Memorienbuch of Düsseldorf St Maria records the death "Kal Mar 1586" of "Amelia soror ducis Wilhelmi annos nata 69 innupta et virgo" and her burial “apud altare D. Margarete”[2278].

D. HERREN von ALPEN, BURGGRAFEN von ALPEN

1. ARNOLD von Alpen (-before 19 May 1242). He is named in his son’s 18 Dec 1252 charter cited below. He presumably died before his son’s 18 May 1242 charter. m --- (-after 18 Dec 1252). She is cited but not named in her son’s 18 Dec 1252 charter quoted below. Arnold & his wife had three children:

a) HEINRICH von Alpen (-[1263/74]). Herr von Alpen: “Theodoricus primogenitus comitis Clivensis” granted “iure feodali iudicium...in Buderickerhamme et in Thornicke” to “domino Henrico de Alphem” by charter dated 18 May 1242[2279]. Konrad Archbishop of Köln confirmed that "Heinricus…filius Arnoldi militis de Alpheim, nostra auctoritate et suorum tutorum…Johannis decani Xantensis, Henrici et Philippi fratrem de Dincelachin…sue matris et suorum coheredum” sold vines “in Rulincswerda in loco...Sunnehelda” to Altenberg abbey by charter dated 18 Dec 1252[2280]. Fahne records that “Heinrich von A. mit seinem Bruder Johann Decan zu Xanten” founded a memorial in Kloster Fürstenberg, where their family was buried, by charter dated 1263 (no source cited)[2281]. He is named as deceased in the 1274 charter of his son Arnnold. m KUNIGUNDE, daughter of --- (-before 1274). She is named as deceased in the 1274 charter of her son Arnold. Heinrich & his wife had one child:

i) ARNOLD von Alpen (-[Jan/May] 1312). Herr von Alpen. “Arnold Herr von A., Sohn Heinrichs und Cunigundens, beide todt” sold property to the Teutonic Knights, with the consent of “seiner Frau Gertrud von Garstorp und seines Vormundes und Oheims, Sueder von Alpen”, by charter dated 1274[2282].

- see below.

b) JOHANN von Alpen (-after 1263). Deacon at Xanten. Fahne records that “Heinrich von A. mit seinem Bruder Johann Decan zu Xanten” founded a memorial in Kloster Fürstenberg, where their family was buried, by charter dated 1263 (no source cited)[2283].

c) SWEDER von Alpen (-after 23 Apr 1299). “Arnold Herr von A., Sohn Heinrichs und Cunigundens, beide todt” sold property to the Teutonic Knights, with the consent of “...seines Vormundes und Oheims, Sueder von Alpen”, by charter dated 1274[2284]. "Arnoldus dominus de Alphem et Gertrudis eius uxor” sold various properties to Camp abbey by charter dated 23 Apr 1299, witnessed by “nostrorum consanguineorum Suederi de Alphem et Johannes de Stralen militum, necnon Wilhelmi de Holthe”[2285].

ARNOLD von Alpen, son of HEINRICH von Alpen & his wife Kunigunde --- (-[Jan/May] 1312). Herr von Alpen. “Arnold Herr von A., Sohn Heinrichs und Cunigundens, beide todt” sold property to the Teutonic Knights, with the consent of “seiner Frau Gertrud von Garstorp und seines Vormundes und Oheims, Sueder von Alpen”, by charter dated 1274, witnessed by “Theodor nobilis vir de Moerse, dessen Bruder Friedrich, Gerard von Garstorp Edelvogt von Cöln, Schwiegervater Arnolds...”[2286]. "Arnoldus dominus de Alphem et Gertrudis eius uxor” sold various properties to Camp abbey by charter dated 23 Apr 1299, witnessed by “nostrorum consanguineorum Suederi de Alphem et Johannes de Stralen militum, necnon Wilhelmi de Holthe”[2287]. A charter dated 1312 (before 4 Jun) records the death of “Arnold Herr zu Alpen” who had five sons “Heinrich, Gerhard, Arnold, Otto und Johann” by his wife “Gertrud von Garsdorf, Schwester Rutgers Edelvogts zu Köln”[2288].

m (before 23 Apr 1299) GERTRUD von Garsdorf, daughter of GERHARD von Garsdorf & his wife --- (-after Nov 1325). “Arnold Herr von A., Sohn Heinrichs und Cunigundens, beide todt” sold property to the Teutonic Knights, with the consent of “seiner Frau Gertrud von Garstorp...”, by charter dated 1274, witnessed by “...Gerard von Garstorp Edelvogt von Cöln, Schwiegervater Arnolds...”[2289]. "Arnoldus dominus de Alphem et Gertrudis eius uxor” sold various properties to Camp abbey by charter dated 23 Apr 1299, witnessed by “nostrorum consanguineorum Suederi de Alphem et Johannes de Stralen militum, necnon Wilhelmi de Holthe”[2290]. A charter dated 1312 (before 4 Jun) records the death of “Arnold Herr zu Alpen” who had five sons “Heinrich, Gerhard, Arnold, Otto und Johann” by his wife “Gertrud von Garsdorf, Schwester Rutgers Edelvogts zu Köln”[2291]. “Gertrudis Witwe des Herrn Arnoldus de Alpen und ihr erstgeborener Sohn Henricus” listed revenue “aus der Herrschaft Alpen” by charter dated 4 Jun 1312, witnessed by “Gerhardus de Alpen, Bruder Heinrichs, und Rutgerus de Colonia, beide Kanoniker zu Xanten...”[2292]. "Gertrudis domina quondam de Alpen" sold rights in "Wilris et Alfle" to “Rychardo advocato et Hensoni fratris eius consanguineis nostris”, with the consent of “liberorum heredum nostrorum Henrici, Gerardi, Ottonis, Arnoldi et Iohannis”, by charter dated [late May/early Jun] 1322, sealed by “filiorum nostrorum...Henrici domini de Alpen et Gerardi canonici Xantensis...”[2293]. The family of the purchasers, related to Gertrud, has not been identified. They may have been related to the Landscron family as this charter is reproduced in Gudenus’s collection of Landscron documentation. The following document shows that their relationship with Gertrud was through their mother: "Gertrudis domina de Alpheym" sold revenues from "sitis infra oppidum Covelenze", inherited from “Gutte nostre consangwinee quondam monialis in Andernache defuncte”, to “Rychardo et Henrico filiis domini Petri quondam bone mem. de Elze nostris consangwineis armigeris adhuc in puberis”, with the consent of “liberorum nostrorum Henrici domini de Alpheym et sue collateralis, Gerhardi, Arnoldi, Ottonis, et Iohannis”, by charter dated early Nov 1325, sealed by “Dnm Rutgerum nobilem advocatum Coloniensem militem nostrum avunculum...Henrici...domin[i] iam dict[i]”[2294]. Arnold & his wife had five children:

1. HEINRICH von Alpen (-1356). “Gertrudis Witwe des Herrn Arnoldus de Alpen und ihr erstgeborener Sohn Henricus” listed revenue “aus der Herrschaft Alpen” by charter dated 4 Jun 1312[2295]. Herr von Alpen: "Gertrudis domina quondam de Alpen" sold rights in "Wilris et Alfle", with the consent of “liberorum heredum nostrorum Henrici, Gerardi, Ottonis, Arnoldi et Iohannis”, by charter dated [late May/early Jun] 1322, sealed by “filiorum nostrorum...Henrici domini de Alpen...”[2296]. Burggraf von Alpen. "Henricus Burgravius de Alphem, Gerardus et Otto canonici Xanctenses, Arnoldus et Johannes de Alphem, fratres" granted “castrum nostrum Alphem” to Heinrich [II] Archbishop of Köln by charter dated 13 Sep 1329[2297]. Walram Archbishop of Köln enfeoffed “Henricus...dominum de Alphen” with “castrum...dominium...Alphen” by charter dated 1 Mar 1334[2298]. m (before [1315]) BEATRIX von Hönnepel, daughter of GOTTFRIED von Hönnepel & his wife --- (-after Nov 1325). “Henricus von Alpen” acknowledged a debt to “seinem Schwiegervater Gotfridus von Hönnepel”, naming “seiner Ehefrau Beatrix, der Tochter Gotfrids und ihrer beiden Kinder” by charter dated 29 Sep 1320[2299]. Her marriage date is estimated from her having two children at the date of this charter. She is referred to, but not named, in the early Nov 1325 charter of her mother-in-law quoted above. Heinrich & his wife had children:

a) [two children ([before 1318]-). These children are referred to, but not named, in their father’s 29 Sep 1320 charter quoted above. It is not known whether they were the same persons as Heinrich’s other known children or whether they died young.

b) ARNOLD von Alpen (-after 25 Jun 1388). “Ritter Arnold von Alpen” complained to Florenz Bishop of Münster that “Ritter Gumprecht Vogt zu Köln” had withheld “sein Haus Alpen”, renounced by “sein verstorbener Vater Heinrich von Alpen” in favour of “Gumprechts Vater, der auch Vogt zu Köln war”, by charter dated 1374 (before 11 Nov)[2300]. “Ritter Arnd von Alphen Herr zu Hönnepel und seine Söhne, die Knappen Johann und Elbrecht von Alpen” confirmed property at “Lamberen” to “Johann von Wienhorst”, consent to be obtained from “Borchart Stecke wegen seiner Hausfrau Beatrix von Alpen oder Arnolds Hausfrau Margarethe (von Eyl) oder auch Johanns Hausfrau Wessela (von Botzlar)”, by charter dated 9 Jun 1378[2301]. “Ritter Arnold von Alpen und seine Söhne Johann, Elbert und Arnold von Alpen” appealed their complaint against “Gumprecht Vogt von Köln und dessen Söhne Gumprecht, Gerart und Rutger” to Friedrich Archbishop of Köln by charter dated 18 Jun 1378[2302]. “Arnold von Alpen Herr zu Hönnepel und seine Frau Margarethe” sold “die Vogtei zu Menzeln...” to Friedrich Archbishop of Köln, with the consent of “ihrer Söhne Johann und Arnold sowie der Wessele von dem Botzler Johanns Frau”, by charter dated 25 Jun 1388[2303]. m MARGARETA von Eyl, daughter of --- (-after 25 Jun 1388). “Ritter Arnd von Alphen Herr zu Hönnepel und seine Söhne, die Knappen Johann und Elbrecht von Alpen” confirmed property at “Lamberen” to “Johann von Wienhorst”, consent to be obtained from “...Arnolds Hausfrau Margarethe (von Eyl ...”, by charter dated 9 Jun 1378[2304]. “Arnold von Alpen Herr zu Hönnepel und seine Frau Margarethe” sold “die Vogtei zu Menzeln...” to Friedrich Archbishop of Köln, with the consent of “ihrer Söhne Johann und Arnold sowie der Wessele von dem Botzler Johanns Frau”, by charter dated 25 Jun 1388[2305]. Arnold & his wife had three children:

i) JOHANN von Alpen (-after 1414). “Ritter Arnd von Alphen Herr zu Hönnepel und seine Söhne, die Knappen Johann und Elbrecht von Alpen” confirmed property at “Lamberen” to “Johann von Wienhorst”, consent to be obtained from “Borchart Stecke wegen seiner Hausfrau Beatrix von Alpen oder Arnolds Hausfrau Margarethe (von Eyl) oder auch Johanns Hausfrau Wessela (von Botzlar)”, by charter dated 9 Jun 1378[2306]. “Ritter Arnold von Alpen und seine Söhne Johann, Elbert und Arnold von Alpen” appealed their complaint against “Gumprecht Vogt von Köln und dessen Söhne Gumprecht, Gerart und Rutger” to Friedrich Archbishop of Köln by charter dated 18 Jun 1378[2307]. “Arnold von Alpen Herr zu Hönnepel und seine Frau Margarethe” sold “die Vogtei zu Menzeln...” to Friedrich Archbishop of Köln, with the consent of “ihrer Söhne Johann und Arnold sowie der Wessele von dem Botzler Johanns Frau”, by charter dated 25 Jun 1388[2308]. m (before 9 Jun 1378) WESSELA von Botzlar, daughter of ---. “Ritter Arnd von Alphen Herr zu Hönnepel und seine Söhne, die Knappen Johann und Elbrecht von Alpen” confirmed property at “Lamberen” to “Johann von Wienhorst”, consent to be obtained from “...Johanns Hausfrau Wessela (von Botzlar)”, by charter dated 9 Jun 1378[2309]. “Arnold von Alpen Herr zu Hönnepel und seine Frau Margarethe” sold “die Vogtei zu Menzeln...” to Friedrich Archbishop of Köln, with the consent of “ihrer Söhne Johann und Arnold sowie der Wessele von dem Botzler Johanns Frau”, by charter dated 25 Jun 1388[2310].

- HERREN von ALPEN und HONNEPEL[2311].

ii) ALBRECHT von Alpen (-after 18 Jun 1378). “Ritter Arnd von Alphen Herr zu Hönnepel und seine Söhne, die Knappen Johann und Elbrecht von Alpen” confirmed property at “Lamberen” to “Johann von Wienhorst” by charter dated 9 Jun 1378[2312]. “Ritter Arnold von Alpen und seine Söhne Johann, Elbert und Arnold von Alpen” appealed their complaint against “Gumprecht Vogt von Köln und dessen Söhne Gumprecht, Gerart und Rutger” to Friedrich Archbishop of Köln by charter dated 18 Jun 1378[2313].

iii) ARNOLD von Alpen (-after 25 Jun 1388). “Ritter Arnold von Alpen und seine Söhne Johann, Elbert und Arnold von Alpen” appealed their complaint against “Gumprecht Vogt von Köln und dessen Söhne Gumprecht, Gerart und Rutger” to Friedrich Archbishop of Köln by charter dated 18 Jun 1378[2314]. “Arnold von Alpen Herr zu Hönnepel und seine Frau Margarethe” sold “die Vogtei zu Menzeln...” to Friedrich Archbishop of Köln, with the consent of “ihrer Söhne Johann und Arnold sowie der Wessele von dem Botzler Johanns Frau”, by charter dated 25 Jun 1388[2315].

c) [BEATRIX von Alpen (-after 9 Jun 1378). “Ritter Arnd von Alphen Herr zu Hönnepel und seine Söhne, die Knappen Johann und Elbrecht von Alpen” confirmed property at “Lamberen” to “Johann von Wienhorst”, consent to be obtained from “Borchart Stecke wegen seiner Hausfrau Beatrix von Alpen...”, by charter dated 9 Jun 1378[2316]. m BURCHARD Stecke, son of --- (-after 9 Jun 1378).]

2. GERHARD von Alpen . Canon at Xanten. “Gertrudis Witwe des Herrn Arnoldus de Alpen und ihr erstgeborener Sohn Henricus” listed revenue “aus der Herrschaft Alpen” by charter dated 4 Jun 1312, witnessed by “Gerhardus de Alpen, Bruder Heinrichs, und Rutgerus de Colonia, beide Kanoniker zu Xanten...”[2317]. "Gertrudis domina quondam de Alpen" sold rights in "Wilris et Alfle", with the consent of “liberorum heredum nostrorum Henrici, Gerardi, Ottonis, Arnoldi et Iohannis”, by charter dated [late May/early Jun] 1322, sealed by “filiorum nostrorum...Henrici domini de Alpen et Gerardi canonici Xantensis...”[2318]. "Henricus Burgravius de Alphem, Gerardus et Otto canonici Xanctenses, Arnoldus et Johannes de Alphem, fratres" granted “castrum nostrum Alphem” to Heinrich [II] Archbishop of Köln by charter dated 13 Sep 1329[2319].

3. OTTO von Alpen . "Gertrudis domina quondam de Alpen" sold rights in "Wilris et Alfle" with the consent of “liberorum heredum nostrorum Henrici, Gerardi, Ottonis, Arnoldi et Iohannis”, by charter dated [late May/early Jun] 1322[2320]. Canon at Xanten. "Henricus Burgravius de Alphem, Gerardus et Otto canonici Xanctenses, Arnoldus et Johannes de Alphem, fratres" granted “castrum nostrum Alphem” to Heinrich [II] Archbishop of Köln by charter dated 13 Sep 1329[2321].

4. ARNOLD von Alpen (-after 5 May 1332). "Gertrudis domina quondam de Alpen" sold rights in "Wilris et Alfle" with the consent of “liberorum heredum nostrorum Henrici, Gerardi, Ottonis, Arnoldi et Iohannis”, by charter dated [late May/early Jun] 1322[2322]. "Henricus Burgravius de Alphem, Gerardus et Otto canonici Xanctenses, Arnoldus et Johannes de Alphem, fratres" granted “castrum nostrum Alphem” to Heinrich [II] Archbishop of Köln by charter dated 13 Sep 1329[2323]. “Arnold von Alpen, Sohn des verstorbenen Arnold Herrn zu Alpen” sold property from “seiner Herrschaft Alpen” to “seinem avunculus Rutger Edelvogt von Köln, dessen Gattin Alveradis” by charter dated 5 May 1332[2324].

5. JOHANN von Alpen . "Gertrudis domina quondam de Alpen" sold rights in "Wilris et Alfle" with the consent of “liberorum heredum nostrorum Henrici, Gerardi, Ottonis, Arnoldi et Iohannis”, by charter dated [late May/early Jun] 1322[2325]. "Henricus Burgravius de Alphem, Gerardus et Otto canonici Xanctenses, Arnoldus et Johannes de Alphem, fratres" granted “castrum nostrum Alphem” to Heinrich [II] Archbishop of Köln by charter dated 13 Sep 1329[2326].

E. GRAFEN und HERREN von MÖRS

The county of Mörs (Moers) was located west of the city of Duisburg to the west of the river Rhine. As can be seen from the sources quoted below, the Grafen von Kleve were suzerains of the Herren von Mörs. The circumstances in which Dietrich [I] dropped the comital title, with which he was recorded between 1226 and 1246, have not been ascertained.

1. DIETRICH [I] (-after 13 Jul 1259). Graf von Mörs. "Theodericus…comes de Morse" confirmed a donation to the abbey of Camp by "Alexander miles de Repplere" by charter dated 1226[2327]. "Otto nobilis vir de Wikerode...et filios nostros...Ottonem et Theodoricum Colonienses canonicos Lutherum et Henricum" donated property to the church of Asch by charter dated 1229, witnessed by “Ludewicus de Randinrode...Lutherus comes de Hostaden, Theodericus comes de Morse, Herimannus de Molenarkin...Theodericus de Blanckenheim...Herimannus nobilis advocatus Colon...”[2328]. "Theodericus comes de Morse" confirmed a donation to Camp abbey by charter dated 1246[2329]. Advocate of Saint-Trond. Herr von Mörs. "Dominus Theodericus vir nobilis de Murse" sold property in “Vorst” to Meer abbey, with the consent of “Elysabeth uxoris sue et liberorum suorem quos nunc habet...Theoderico, Friderico, Henrico, Ricolfo et Gerardo”, by charter dated 13 Jul 1259[2330]. m ([1234]) ELISABETH von Altena, daughter of FRIEDRICH [II] Graf von Altena und Isenberg & his wife Sophie van Limburg (-1275 or after). "Dominus Theodericus vir nobilis de Murse" sold property in “Vorst” to Meer abbey, with the consent of “Elysabeth uxoris sue et liberorum suorem quos nunc habet...Theoderico, Friderico, Henrico, Ricolfo et Gerardo”, by charter dated 13 Jul 1259[2331]. Dietrich [I] & his wife had five children:

a) DIETRICH [II] von Mörs (-after 20 Jun 1307). "Dominus Theodericus vir nobilis de Murse" sold property in “Vorst” to Meer abbey, with the consent of “Elysabeth uxoris sue et liberorum suorem quos nunc habet...Theoderico, Friderico, Henrico, Ricolfo et Gerardo”, by charter dated 13 Jul 1259[2332]. Herr von Mörs. "Theodericus nobilis de Morse” confirmed sales of certain properties to Hamborn abbey by charter dated 13 May 1268, witnessed by “per sigillum castrensium de Holte, Henrici burgravii, Philippi et Godefridi fratrum suorum...”[2333]. “Theodericus dns de Morse” swore allegiance to “dnm Theodericum comitem Clivensem” by charter dated 1287[2334]. “Teodericus dns de Morse” swore allegiance to “dno nro Teoderico comite Clivense” for “castrum...Morse...attinens Butberg et Crevelt” by charter dated [end-Jun/early Jul] 1294, in the presence of “viris nobilibus Johanno dno de Kuick, Johanne dno de Husden, Frederico fratre nro, Johanne de Heseben, Arnoldo de Slusa et Wernero de Lynney militibus et dno Schweder de Alpen et Henrico de Wolfcula”[2335]. m (contract 11 Aug 1292) MARGARETA von Isenburg, daughter of GERLACH von Isenburg in Arenfels & his wife Elisabeth von Kleve. A charter dated 11 Aug 1292 records the settlement of a dispute between "Theodericus dominus de Murse” and “dominum Theodericum comitem Clevensem” including the proposed marriage between the former and “Margaretha nepte sua...filia Gerlaci domini de Isenburg”, sealed by “Werneri de Lynope militis nostri consanguinei”[2336]. Dietrich [II] & his wife had [two] children:

i) DIETRICH [III] von Mörs (-1329). Herr von Mörs.

- HERREN von MÖRS[2337].

ii) [--- von Mörs . Her parentage and marriage are indicated by the charter dated 20 Nov 1321 under which [her son, Burkhard [IV] Herr von Broich] "Burghardus vir nobilis dominus de Bruke" donated “censum...apud Lurike” to Meer abbey, witnessed by “Theoderico comite de Morse avunculo nostro...”[2338]. Another possibility is that the relationship between Dietrich [II] von Mörs and the Broich family was through the mother of Dietrich [III] Herr von Broich, as her sister married Dietrich [I] Graf von Mörs. Burkhard [IV] von Broich would therefore have been first cousin once removed of Dietrich [II] von Mörs, a relationship which could have been indicated by the term “avunculus” in the 20 Nov 1321 charter. That possibility appears more likely to be correct considering the difficulty in obtaining Papal dispensation for marriages between first cousins. m --- von Broich, son of ---.]

b) FRIEDRICH von Mörs (-after 1295). "Dominus Theodericus vir nobilis de Murse" sold property in “Vorst” to Meer abbey, with the consent of “Elysabeth uxoris sue et liberorum suorem quos nunc habet...Theoderico, Friderico, Henrico, Ricolfo et Gerardo”, by charter dated 13 Jul 1259[2339]. “Teodericus dns de Morse” swore allegiance to “dno nro Teoderico comite Clivense” for “castrum...Morse...attinens Butberg et Crevelt” by charter dated [end-Jun/early Jul] 1294, in the presence of “viris nobilibus...Frederico fratre nro...”[2340]. “Fredericus dictus de Morse miles” confirmed that “dni Theoderici comitis Cliven” was his suzerain by charter dated 1295[2341].

c) HEINRICH von Mörs . "Dominus Theodericus vir nobilis de Murse" sold property in “Vorst” to Meer abbey, with the consent of “Elysabeth uxoris sue et liberorum suorem quos nunc habet...Theoderico, Friderico, Henrico, Ricolfo et Gerardo”, by charter dated 13 Jul 1259[2342].

d) RICOLF von Mörs . "Dominus Theodericus vir nobilis de Murse" sold property in “Vorst” to Meer abbey, with the consent of “Elysabeth uxoris sue et liberorum suorem quos nunc habet...Theoderico, Friderico, Henrico, Ricolfo et Gerardo”, by charter dated 13 Jul 1259[2343].

e) GERHARD von Mörs . "Dominus Theodericus vir nobilis de Murse" sold property in “Vorst” to Meer abbey, with the consent of “Elysabeth uxoris sue et liberorum suorem quos nunc habet...Theoderico, Friderico, Henrico, Ricolfo et Gerardo”, by charter dated 13 Jul 1259[2344].

1. DIETRICH von Mörs (-before 30 Mar 1346). m ---. Dietrich & his wife had four children:

a) FRIEDRICH von Mörs . “Vrederich greue van Murse” agreed the family succession to “onse vader her Dydderich greue van Murse” with “Didderich, Johan end Walrauen minen bruederen” by charter dated 30 Mar 1346, subscribed by “heren Vrederich van Riferscheyt here van Milendunch...”[2345]. “Fredericus dns de Morsse” swore allegiance to the Graf von Kleve for Mörs, in the presence of “consanguineis et amicis nostris...dno Theoderico comite de Limpurg, Johanne de Broickhusen, Gerhardo de Maltlar militibus...”, by charter dated 11 May 1375[2346].

b) DIETRICH von Mörs (-after Aug 1356). “Vrederich greue van Murse” agreed the family succession to “onse vader her Dydderich greue van Murse” with “Didderich, Johan end Walrauen minen bruederen” by charter dated 30 Mar 1346, subscribed by “heren Vrederich van Riferscheyt here van Milendunch...”[2347]. “Derick her to Morse” confirmed his allegiance to “Johan Greve van Cleve” for “die Statt und Borgh van Morse mit den Herlichenden und Durpern” by charter dated Aug 1356[2348]. m ---. The primary source which confirms the name of Dietrich’s wife has not been identified. Dietrich & his wife had children:

i) KUNIGUNDE von Mörs . The marriage contract between "Diderich Greve van Mörse...unse Dochter Kunegunde" and "Gerarde Herren van Lantzcrone...Gerarde syne elsten Sune" is dated 1341, in the presence of “Frederich von Morse unsen Bruder...”[2349]. "Gerard Here van Lanzcrone und Frauwe Beatirsse" constituted dower for "Kunigunt van Morse unse Snurge unsers Sons Gerards...Hußfr." by charter dated [Mar] 1344[2350]. "Gerard Herre zu Lanscrone und Beatrix unse...Frauwe" established the inheritance of "Conegund unse Enkelen Gerards unsers elsten Sons Dochter die nu is...Wif Johans van Waldecke" by charter dated 1357[2351]. m (contract 1341) GERHARD von Landscron, son of GERHARD Herr von Landscron & his wife Beatrix ---.

c) JOHANN von Mörs . “Vrederich greue van Murse” agreed the family succession to “onse vader her Dydderich greue van Murse” with “Didderich, Johan end Walrauen minen bruederen” by charter dated 30 Mar 1346, subscribed by “heren Vrederich van Riferscheyt here van Milendunch...”[2352].

d) WALRAM von Mörs . “Vrederich greue van Murse” agreed the family succession to “onse vader her Dydderich greue van Murse” with “Didderich, Johan end Walrauen minen bruederen” by charter dated 30 Mar 1346, subscribed by “heren Vrederich van Riferscheyt here van Milendunch...”[2353].

The following is an outline only of later members of this family shown mainly for hyperlinking to other families in Medieval Lands. The primary sources which confirm the family connections have not been identified unless otherwise shown below.

FRIEDRICH von Mörs, son of --- ). Graf von Mörs.

m WALPURGA von Saarwerden, daughter of JOHANN [II] Graf von Saarwerden & his wife ---. The primary source which confirms her parentage and marriage has not been idenfitied.

Friedrich & his wife had children:

1. JOHANN von Mörs (-before 1434). Graf von Mörs und Saarwerden. Sigmund King of Germany granted “Molburg die Burg und Stat...” [Mahlburg], previously held by “seinen Sweher Heinrichen von Geroltzecke”, to “Graff Johann von Mörß und Graff zu Sarwerden”, naming “Graff Fridrichen von Mörß”, by charter dated 1426[2354]. “Walther Her zue der hohen Gerolseck” renounced rights “noch an die Graffschaft Malberg noch an die Herrschafft Layr” in favour of “Graf Johann von Morß Graff zue Saarwerden”, with the consent of “Reinoldt Herzog von Urselingen und Heinrich von Geroltzeckh Herre zu Sultz meyne...Vettern”, by charter dated early Apr 1429[2355]. m (contract early Dec 1419) ADELHEID von Geroldseck, daughter of HEINRICH von Geroldseck Herr von Lahr & his wife Ursula von Eberstein (-after 1434). The marriage contract between “Jungkfraw Adelheiten von Geroltzeckh des edlen Heinrichs von Geroltzeckh Herrn zu Lahr Tochter...unnd...Ursula Greffin von Eberstein sin...Wurtin” and “Grave Johann von Moers unnd Grave zu Saarwerden” is dated early Dec 1419, and names Ursula’s brother “ir Bruder Graue Bernhart von Eberstein”[2356]. Heiress of Lahr. “Grave Johannen von Mörs Graven zu Sarwerden Herren zu Lore seligen...Sonen...Grave Jakob und Johannen Gebrüder und...Adelheiten geborn von Geroltzecke...derselben...Muter” and “Jergen Herrn zu Geroltzecke Thumbherren der meren Stifft zu Straßburg, Reinolten Herzogen von Urselingen, Heinrichen, Jergen und Hansen von Geroltzecke Herrn zu Sultz Gebrudern” and others agreed an alliance by charter dated 1434[2357]. Johann & his wife had two children:

a) JAKOB von Mörs (-1483). “Grave Johannen von Mörs Graven zu Sarwerden Herren zu Lore seligen...Sonen...Grave Jakob und Johannen Gebrüder und...Adelheiten geborn von Geroltzecke...derselben...Muter” and “Jergen Herrn zu Geroltzecke Thumbherren der meren Stifft zu Straßburg, Reinolten Herzogen von Urselingen, Heinrichen, Jergen und Hansen von Geroltzecke Herrn zu Sultz Gebrudern” and others agreed an alliance by charter dated 1434[2358]. “Jacob Grave zo Morße und zo Sarwerden Here zu Lare...und Johann Greven zo Morse und zo Sarwerden unserm...Broder”, with the advice of “...Herren Frederichs Greven zo Morse und zo Sarwerden unsere...Vetteren”, sold half of the Herrschaften Lahr und Mahlberg to Jakob Markgraf von Baden by charter dated 1442[2359]. Jakob Markgraf von Baden made peace with “Jacob Groffe zu Sarwerden und Her zu Lare...und...Johannsen...unsen...Bruder, der noch under sinen Jaren...ist” by charter dated 1443[2360]. m firstly ANASTASIA von Leiningen, daughter of EMICH [VII] Graf von Leiningen & his second wife Beatrix von Baden (-20 Oct 1452). m secondly KUNIGUNDE von Waldburg, daughter of EBERHARD von Waldburg Graf von Sonnenberg & his wife Kunigunde von Montfort. Jakob & his first wife had one child:

i) NIKOLAUS von Mörs ). m BARBARA von Vinstingen, daughter of NIKOLAUS Herr von Vinstingen [Fénétranges] & his wife ---. Nikolaus & his wife had one child:

(a) JOHANNA von Mörs (-1510). Heiress of Vinstingen. m JOHANN [VI] Wild- und Rheingraf zu Dhaun und Kyrburg, son of JOHANN [V] Wild- und Rheingraf zu Dhaun und Kyrburg & his wife Johannette Gräfin von Salm (-1499).

Jakob & his second wife had two children:

ii) JOHANN von Mörs (-1518). He and his brother sold half of the Herrschaften Lahr und Malberg to Christoph Markgraf von Baden in 1497. m (1 Feb 1490) ANNA van den Bergh, daughter of OSWALD Graaf van den Bergh [Polanen] & his wife Elisabeth von Mörs. Johann & his wife had one child:

(a) KATHARINA von Mörs ([1491]-16 Sep 1547). Heiress of Saarwerden. m (14 Feb 1507) as his second wife, JOHANN LUDWIG I Graf von Nassau-Saarbrücken, son of JOHANN II Graf von Nassau-Saarbrücken & his second wife Elisabeth von Württemberg (posthumously Saarbrücken 20 Oct 1472-Saarbrücken 4 Jun 1545).

iii) JAKOB von Mörs (-1520). He and his brother sold half of the Herrschaften Lahr und Malberg to Christoph Markgraf von Baden in 1497. m BEATRIX von Salm, daughter of JOHANN Graf von Salm [Obersalm] & his wife ---. Jakob & his wife had one child:

(a) JOHANN JAKOB von Mörs (-1527).

b) JOHANN von Mörs (-after 1443). “Grave Johannen von Mörs Graven zu Sarwerden Herren zu Lore seligen...Sonen...Grave Jakob und Johannen Gebrüder und...Adelheiten geborn von Geroltzecke...derselben...Muter” and “Jergen Herrn zu Geroltzecke Thumbherren der meren Stifft zu Straßburg, Reinolten Herzogen von Urselingen, Heinrichen, Jergen und Hansen von Geroltzecke Herrn zu Sultz Gebrudern” and others agreed an alliance by charter dated 1434[2361]. “Jacob Grave zo Morße und zo Sarwerden Here zu Lare...und Johann Greven zo Morse und zo Sarwerden unserm...Broder”, with the advice of “...Herren Frederichs Greven zo Morse und zo Sarwerden unsere...Vetteren”, sold half of the Herrschaften Lahr und Mahlberg to Jakob Markgraf von Baden by charter dated 1442[2362]. Jakob Markgraf von Baden made peace with “Jacob Groffe zu Sarwerden und Her zu Lare...und...Johannsen...unsen...Bruder, der noch under sinen Jaren...ist” by charter dated 1443[2363].

2. DIETRICH von Mörs . Bishop of Paderborn. Archbishop of Köln.

3. HEINRICH von Mörs (-1450). Bishop of Münster.

4. WALRAM von Mörs (-1458). Bishop of Münster.

5. FRIEDRICH von Mörs (-11 Jul 1448, bur Köln St Pantaleon). Graf von Mörs-Mörs. “Jacob Grave zo Morße und zo Sarwerden Here zu Lare...und Johann Greven zo Morse und zo Sarwerden unserm...Broder”, with the advice of “...Herren Frederichs Greven zo Morse und zo Sarwerden unsere...Vetteren”, sold half of the Herrschaften Lahr und Mahlberg to Jakob Markgraf von Baden by charter dated 1442[2364]. m (contract 1 Nov 1393) ENGELBERTA von Kleve, daughter of ADOLF I Graf von Kleve und von der Mark & his wife Margareta von Jülich (-Köln 7 Dec 1458, bur [Mörs/Köln St. Pantaleon]). Wernher Teschenmacher’s Annales Cliviæ (1630s) records that “Engelbertam”, fifth daughter of Adolf Graf von Kleve and his wife, married “Friderico comiti Mœrsano”, founded “in oppido Mœrsano cœnobium Carmelitis” in 1446, died 7 Dec 1458, and was buried “Coloniæ ad S. Pantaleonem”, the editor of the edition consulted quoting no earlier primary source which confirms this information[2365]. "Friderich greue van Muerse ind herre to Baere" recorded that, because "onse…vrouwe Walburgh greuynne van Muerse" had acted as godmother for "Katherinen…dochtere…greuen Adolffs van Cleue", she could not marry "onsen aldsten soene" who would instead marry her sister "Irmgard" or, in default, "Engelbreche, doichtere" by charter dated 1 Nov 1393[2366]. The date of death of this couple’s son suggests that the marriage took place many years later. Friedrich & his wife had children:

a) VINCENZ von Mörs (-20 Apr 1499). Graf von Mörs-Mörs. m (before 10 Mar 1435) ANNA Pfalzgräfin, daughter of STEFAN Pfalzgraf in Simmern und Zweibrücken & his wife Anna von Veldenz (1413-after 1468). Vincenz & his wife had children:

i) ELISABETH von Mörs (-12 Apr 1493). m (20 Dec 1456) OSWALD van de Leck Graaf van den Bergh, son of WILLEM Heer van den Bergh [Polanen] & his wife Luitgard van Bentheim (28 Feb 1442-‘s-Heerenberg 1506).

ii) WALPURGA von Mörs ). m PHILIPPE de Croÿ Comte de Chimay, son of JEAN de Croÿ Comte de Chimay & his wife Marie de Lalaing Dame d’Ecaussines et d’Arquenne (-Bruges 8 Sep 1482, bur Mons église de Cordeliers).

iii) FRIEDRICH von Mörs (-before Jul 1472). Graf von Mörs. m (before 28 Feb 1463) as her first husband, ELISABETH de Rodemack, daughter of GERARD Seigneur de Rodemack & his wife Margareta von Nassau. Vannérus records a charter dated 28 Feb 1463 which names the couple, her first husband’s death before Jul 1472, and her second marriage[2367]. She married secondly (before 8 Jul 1472) Diepold Herr von Hohengeroldseck. Friedrich & his wife had children:

(a) BERNHARD von Mörs (-1501). Graf von Mörs.

(b) MARGARETA von Mörs (-1515). m WILHELM Graf von Wied, son of FRIEDRICH von Runkel Graf von Wied & his wife Agnes von Virneburg (-1526). Graf von Mörs. Mörs was inherited by this couple’s daughter.

b) WALPURGA von Mörs (-Renkum 8 May 1459). m firstly (divorced) JAKOB Graf von Lichtenberg, son of LUDWIG [IV] Herr von Lichtenberg & his wife Anna von Baden (25 May 1416-4 Jan 1480, bur Ingweiler). m secondly (22 Jan 1437) WILLEM van Egmond, son of JAN [II] van Egmond & his wife Maria van Arkel (-Grave 19 Jan 1483, bur Grave).

c) MARGARETA von Mörs . m GERHARD Graf von Blankenheim, son of WILHELM [I] von Heinsberg Graf von Blankenheim & his wife Elisabeth von Blankenheim (-1460).

d) JOHANNA von Mörs (-2 Apr 1461). m JACOB [I] Heer van Horne, son of WILLEM [IX] Heer van Horne & his wife Jeanne de Montigny (-Weert 3 May 1488, bur Weert). Graaf van Horne [Reichsgraf] 1450.

6. WALPURGA von Mörs . m JOHANN von Heinsberg Herr von Heinsberg und Löwenberg, son of JOHANN [II] Herr zu Jülich und von Heinsberg [Sponheim] & his first wife Margareta von Gennep (-before 1441).

7. HEDWIG von Mörs (-after 1410). Fahne names her “Hedwig Gräfin von Mörs”, dating the marriage 1389, and with the date 1410[2368]. Renn records her parentage[2369]. m (1389) as his third wife, PETER von Dollendorf Herr von Kronenburg, son of FRIEDRICH [II] von Dollendorf Herr von Kronenburg & his wife Amiette de Heu (-[26 Nov 1413/27 Mar 1414]).

Chapter 7. GRAFEN, BURGGRAFEN, HERREN in KÖLN

A. BURGGRAFEN von KÖLN, HERREN von ARBERG

1. FRANCO [I] (-after [1073/75]). No primary source has yet been found which identifies Franco [I] as Burggraf von Köln. However, his name, also borne by Burggraf Franco [II], indicates that he probably bore this title. Hermann [II] Archbishop of Köln donated property "in pago Saxonie iuxta villam…Cofbuockheim [et] curtim…Westhouuon…in pago Tuizihgouue super Rheni fluvii ripa" to Deutz abbey by charter dated 17 Jun 1041, witnessed by "…Biliso comite, Francone comite, Cristiano comite…"[2370]. "Nobilis vir…Franco et uxor eius Werinhild" donated property "in Luopanheldero et Lindthorpero marko" to Werden abbey by charter dated 1052[2371]. "Gertrudis" donated property "in villa…Chessencih…et…in villa…Wesseno" to Deutz abbey by charter dated to [1073/75], subscribed by "Christiani comitis…Arnoldi comitis, Franconis comitis, Ruperti comitis, Sicconis comitis…"[2372]. m WERINHILD, daughter of --- (-after 1052). "Nobilis vir…Franco et uxor eius Werinhild" donated property "in Luopanheldero et Lindthorpero marko" to Werden abbey by charter dated 1052[2373].

2. ARNOLD (-after 1090). "Arnoldi comitis, Gerhardi comitis, Adolfi comitis…" signed the charter dated 23 May 1072 under which Anno Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster St Martin, Köln[2374]. "Gertrudis" donated property "in villa…Chessencih…et…in villa…Wesseno" to Deutz abbey by charter dated to [1073/75], subscribed by "Christiani comitis…Arnoldi comitis, Franconis comitis, Ruperti comitis, Sicconis comitis…"[2375]. "Arnoldi comitis, Gerhardi comitis, Adolfi comitis…" signed the charter dated 18 Aug 1075 under which Anno Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster St Martin, Köln[2376]. Sigewin Archbishop of Köln donated property to Köln St Georg by charter dated to [1079/89], witnessed by "…Arnold prefectus urbis…"[2377]. [Burggraf von Köln.] Sigewin Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster Deutz by charter dated 16 Mar 1082, witnessed by "…Arnoldi urbani comitis…"[2378]. "Arnoldi comitis, Athelgeri comitis…" signed the charter dated 1085 under which Siegwin Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster St Martin, Köln[2379]. Hermann [III] Archbishop of Köln settled the dispute between Kloster Brauweiler and Köln St Maria by charter dated 1090, witnessed by "…Stephanus comes, Gerhardus de Hostade, Arnoldi prefectus urbis, Adelertus de Safinberg, Adolfus de Monte, Adelbero de Duno…"[2380].

3. WOLFRAM (-after 1106). [Burggraf von Köln.] "Amelricus clericus, filius Sigefridi, Coloniensis civis…canonicus et prehendarius in ecclesia SS apostolorum" donated property inherited from "patre meo…separatis a me tribus sororibus meis", in memory of "patris quam matris mee Volewigis", by charter dated 1106 witnessed by "Franco comes et Wolframmus secundus comes…"[2381].

4. FRANCO [II] (-after 1129). [Burggraf von Köln]. ["Amelricus clericus, filius Sigefridi, Coloniensis civis…canonicus et prehendarius in ecclesia SS apostolorum" donated property inherited from "patre meo…separatis a me tribus sororibus meis", in memory of "patris quam matris mee Volewigis", by charter dated 1106 witnessed by "Franco comes et Wolframmus secundus comes…"[2382]. It is not known with certainty that “Franco comes” was the same person as Franco [II], although the the charter dated 1116 quoted below suggests that this co-identity may be correct. If it is, this charter demonstrates a certain degree of flexibility in use of the comital title by local noblemen around Köln.] Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln donated serfs to Köln St Severin, with the consent of "Francone urbis nostre prefecto", by charter dated 1109[2383]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster Siegburg by charter dated 1116 witnessed by "Franco burgicomes, comes Fridericus de Arnesberg, comes Adolfus de Monte, Theodericus de Gladbach, Arnulfus de Odenkirche…"[2384]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed a donation to Kloster Siegburg by charter dated 1129 witnessed by "…Liberi. Paganus dux, Franco burgicomes, Gerhardus comes de Gelre, Adolfus comes de Monte, Adolfus comes de Saffenberg…"[2385].

5. HERMANN (-after 1159). Vogt von Köln. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln donated revenue to Köln St Cunibert by charter dated 11 Feb 1124 witnessed by "Gerhart de Gulecho, Gerhart de Hostathe, Godefrit de Mere, Hereman de Heingebach, Thederihc de Gladebach, Heriman advocatus urbis…"[2386]. [Burggraf von Köln.] Arnold [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation of property at Eitorf made by "Gerhardus…Bunnensis comes" to Kloster Siegburg, where he had passed his adolescence, by charter dated 1145 witnessed by "…Tiedericus burgicomes de Hostade, Tiedericus de Heiden, Ludolfus et Gerunc fratres eius, Herimannus comes de Colonia"[2387]. The knights and senate of Köln confirmed a donation to Köln St Gereon by charter dated 1159 witnessed by "Henricus urbis prefectus, Herimannus advocatus, Albero subcomes…"[2388].

6. HEINRICH [I] (-[May 1169/1174]). Burggraf von Köln. Arnold [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed property of Köln St Cunibert by charter dated 5 Mar 1143 witnessed by "Rupertus de Luriburg, Heinricus comes urbanus, Gerhardus comes de Iuliaco, Walterus comes de Kesle, Walterus de Rodenburg, Walterus de Hengebach…"[2389]. The knights and senate of Köln confirmed a donation to Köln St Gereon by charter dated 1159 witnessed by "Henricus urbis prefectus, Herimannus advocatus, Albero subcomes…"[2390]. Reinald Archbishop of Köln confirmed the foundation of a monastery at "castrum suum Mere" by "matrona Hildegundis cometissa de Are…filii sui Herimanni quem tunc unicum habebat", for the soul of "filii sui Theoderici quondam comitis Arensis", by charter dated 22 Feb 1166, witnessed by "…Heinricus de Arberg vicecomes…"[2391]. Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed the settlement of a dispute between "Henricum…de Arberch Burgrauium Coloniensem" and "Gerardum militem de Eppindorp advocatum nostrum Coloniensem" concerning "Wizzeht dinc" by charter dated May 1169[2392].

7. GERHARD von Arberg (-after 1180). Burggraf von Köln. Philipp Archbishop of Köln lent funds for an expedition to Italy by charter dated 1174 witnessed by "…Gerardus urbis comes…"[2393]. "Gerardus prefectus urbis…" signed the charter dated 1179 under which Philipp Archbishop of Köln granted property to "fidelis noster Theodericus de Erinporcin"[2394].

8. HEINRICH [II] von Arberg (-after 1197). Burggraf von Köln. Philipp Archbishop of Köln granted "advocatiam" of Schwarzrheindorf to “Lodewicus de Genderstorp” by charter dated 1176, witnessed by "...Heinricus prefectus Colonie..."[2395]. "Henricus burchgrauius Coloniensis" pledged property to the city of Köln, with the consent of "uxoris sue domine Mahthildis", by charter dated 1187[2396]. "…Henricus burgrauius Coloniensis…" signed the charter dated 28 Jun 1193 under which Emperor Heinrich VI confirmed the exchange of Schloß Ahr for half of Schloß Nürburg[2397]. m MECHTILD von Sayn, daughter of EBERHARD [I] Graf von Sayn & his wife --- (-after 1187). "Henricus burchgrauius Coloniensis" pledged property to the city of Köln, with the consent of "uxoris sue domine Mahthildis", by charter dated 1187[2398]. The primary source which confirms her parentage has not yet been identified. Heinrich [II] & his wife had three children:

a) EBERHARD (-after 25 Jun 1215). The primary source which confirms his parentage has not yet been identified. However, his name indicates that Eberhard was most probably the son of Heinrich [I], named after his maternal grandfather. Burggraf von Köln. Adolf [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation to Kloster Heisterbach made by "comitum de Seyne…Heinrici et fratris eius Everhardi" by charter dated 1200 witnessed by "…Everhardus burgravius Coloniensis…"[2399]. "…Euerardus burgrauius de Arberch et Otto frater eius…" witnessed the charter dated 1202 under which Johann Archbishop of Trier confirmed the foundation of Kloster Sayn by "Heinricus comes de Seine"[2400]. "Domini de Metricha…Henricus comes de Nassowe et nepos suus Walramus, Anselmus de Moluisberg, Solomena…matrona cum filia sui Metildi et genero suo Rodulpho Palatino comite de Tuingen, Hermannus etiam miles eiusdem loci indigena" donated "terram…super ripam Mosellæ in loco…Rore" to Himmelrode monastery, with the consent of "hæredes eorum…prefatus Rodulphus Palatinus comes de Tuingen et filii sui Hugo, Rodolphus et Wilhelmus, Henricus junior comes de Sayne, Robertus et Henricus filii prædicti Walrami comitis de Nassowe, Everhardus bourchgravius de Arberg et uxor sua Adeleidis de Moluisberg", by charter dated 1206[2401]. Theoderich Archbishop of Trier confirmed that "Everardus de Arberch…et uxor eius Aledis" donated property in "in parochia de Kircberch…[et] in Hirzberch…Briseche…Metriche…Keleberch" to Heisterbach abbey by charter dated 25 Jun 1215, witnessed by "Georgius comes de Widhe, Otto frater burgravii, Florentius de Mollesberch, Sifridus de Runkel…"[2402]. m ADELHEID von Molsberg, daughter of ANSELM von Molsberg & his wife --- (-[25 Jun 1215/20 Apr 1220]). "Domini de Metricha…Henricus comes de Nassowe et nepos suus Walramus, Anselmus de Moluisberg, Solomena…matrona cum filia sui Metildi et genero suo Rodulpho Palatino comite de Tuingen, Hermannus etiam miles eiusdem loci indigena" donated "terram…super ripam Mosellæ in loco…Rore" to Himmenrode monastery, with the consent of "hæredes eorum…prefatus Rodulphus Palatinus comes de Tuingen et filii sui Hugo, Rodolphus et Wilhelmus, Henricus junior comes de Sayne, Robertus et Henricus filii prædicti Walrami comitis de Nassowe, Everhardus bourchgravius de Arberg et uxor sua Adeleidis de Moluisberg", by charter dated 1206[2403]. Theoderich Archbishop of Trier confirmed that "Everardus de Arberch…et uxor eius Aledis" donated property in "in parochia de Kircberch…[et] in Hirzberch…Briseche…Metriche…Keleberch" to Heisterbach abbey by charter dated 25 Jun 1215, witnessed by "Georgius comes de Widhe, Otto frater burgravii, Florentius de Mollesberch, Sifridus de Runkel…"[2404]. A charter dated 20 Apr 1220 refers to the same donation, adding that "postmodum…Henricus de Mollesberch" claimed the property for himself but later renounced his claims[2405]. "Ditherus dominus castri in Molsberg" confirmed the agreement between "patrem nostrum dominum Florentinum" and Marienstatt abbey concerning "allodio Kirpurch" which "domina Alheidis…matrona pie memorie patris nostri amita…cum…suo domino Everhardo de Arburgh" had donated, by charter dated 1244[2406].

b) OTTO (-after 25 Jun 1215). "…Euerardus burgrauius de Arberch et Otto frater eius…" witnessed the charter dated 1202 under which Johann Archbishop of Trier confirmed the foundation of Kloster Sayn by "Heinricus comes de Seine"[2407]. Theoderich Archbishop of Trier confirmed that "Everardus de Arberch…et uxor eius Aledis" donated property in "in parochia de Kircberch…[et] in Hirzberch…Briseche…Metriche…Keleberch" to Heisterbach abbey by charter dated 25 Jun 1215, witnessed by "Georgius comes de Widhe, Otto frater burgravii, Florentius de Mollesberch, Sifridus de Runkel…"[2408].

c) HEINRICH [III] von Arberg (-after 3 Sep 1251). The primary source which confirms his parentage has not yet been identified. Burggraf von Köln. "Burggravii Colon. Henrici" consented to a decision by charter dated 1231[2409]. "Henricus Burgravius Coloniensis" issued a charter dated 24 Dec 1237 relating to buildings in Köln[2410]. The 2 Nov 1242 charter, which records the terms for the release of Konrad Archbishop of Köln by Wilhelm Graf von Jülich, names "C. dominum de Mulinarchin, Ph. dominum de Wildinberg, W. dominum de Saffinberg, Burgravium de Arberg, Johannem de Aldindorp, Har. dominum de Vreinze…" as guarantors[2411]. "Henricus burgravius Coloniensis et dominus de Arberch" granted "villam Dorsul" to "Cononi domino de Rullant" by charter dated 3 Sep 1251[2412]. m (before 1231) MECHTILD, daughter of ---. The primary source which confirms her marriage has not yet been identified. Heinrich [III] & his wife had two children:

i) GERHARD von Arberg (-before Apr 1255). The primary source which confirms his parentage has not yet been identified. Burggraf von Köln.

- see below.

ii) GISELA (-after Mar 1260). "Gisla filia burgravii et filia sua Agnes" bought property by charter dated Mar 1260[2413]. The chronology indicates that Gisela was the daughter of Burggraf Heinrich [III] as any children of Burggraf Gerhard would have been too young to have had adult children themselves in 1260. The identity of Gisela’s husband has not been ascertained. m --- (-before Mar 1260). One child:

(a) AGNES (-after Mar 1260). "Gisla filia burgravii et filia sua Agnes" bought property by charter dated Mar 1260[2414].

GERHARD von Arberg, son of HEINRICH [II] von Arberg Burggraf von Köln & his wife Mechtild --- (-before Apr 1255). The primary source which confirms his parentage has not yet been identified. The 2 Nov 1242 charter, which records the terms for the release of Konrad Archbishop of Köln by Wilhelm Graf von Jülich, names "…filium Burgravii de Arberg, viros nobiles…" eleventh in the list of hostages[2415]: although he was not named in the list, it is likely that this refers to Gerhard. Burggraf von Köln.

m MECHTILD von Holte, daughter of ADOLF von Altena Herr von Holte & his first wife --- (-1304). "Methildis de Holte femina nobilis" donated “ius patronatus ecclesie in Stirkerode” to the church of Sterkrade, in memory of “...viri mei Gerardi qui defunctus est”, confirming the donation made by “domini ac patris mei A. viro nobilis de Holte”, by charter dated Apr 1255[2416]. “Methildis dicta domina de Holtha et Johannes filius noster burchgravius sive prefectus civitatis Coloniensis” to Kloster Sterkrade by charter dated Jan 1269 (O.S.?)[2417]. Sifrid Archbishop of Köln expropriated "comitatum Coloniensem qui dicitur burggaschaf" from "nobilis vir Johannes de Arberch quondam burgravius Coloniensis", with the consent of "idem Johannes, Katherina uxor sua et Methilde matre sua", by charter dated 16 Aug 1279[2418]. "Johannes dominus de Harberg" granted revenue to Camp abbey, with the consent of "domine Methildis matris nostre et Katerine uxoris nostre", by charter dated 11 Dec 1279[2419]. "Megthildis matrona nobilis, domina de Holte" donated property to the Knights of St John, in fulfilment of a promise by "filius noster Johannes vir nobilis dominus de Arenberge" before he died, by charter dated 1281[2420]. "Methildis nobilis femina domina de Holt, relicta quondam nobilis viri domini Gerardi burgravii Arbergensis" donated property, for the soul of "bone memorie Johannis militis domini de Arberg filii nostri", by charter dated 2 Feb 1281 (O.S.)[2421]. "Methildis nobilis matrona domina de Holthe, relicta quondam nobilis viri domini Gerardi Burgravii Coloniensis domini de Areberg" donated property to Sterkrade abbey, with the consent of "nostrorum heredum…domini de Hurne Wilhelmi…Katerine domine de Arberg relicte quondam Johannis militis filii nostri ac Methildis filie eiusdem", by charter to [1282][2422]. "Methildis nobilis matrona domina de Holte, relicta quondam nobilis viri Gerardi Burgravii Coloniensis" sold property to "viro Alberto dicto Schalle civi Coloniensi, sororio nostro" to solve financial difficulties of "Mathildis nepotula, heres nostra, filia quondam…filii nostri nobilis viri Johannis Burgravii Coloniensis", with the consent of "domine Richarde comitisse Juliacensis avie dicte nepotule necnon…Katherine domine de Arberg, matris…eiusdem nepotule", by charter dated 28 Jun 1287[2423].

Gerhard & his wife had [two] children:

1. [HEINRICH [IV] von Arberg (-before 1265). Burggraf von Köln. "Johannes vir nobilis miles, quondam Burggravius Coloniensis et Catherina uxor nostra" demanded money from "nobili matrone Aleydi filie quondam nobilis viri domini Henrici Burggravii Coloniensis, nunc uxori Wedekindi filii domini comitis de Wedegensteyne" and her husband by charter dated 21 Feb 1280 (O.S.)[2424]. The chronology indicates that Aleidis could not have been the daughter of Heinrich [III] Burggraf von Köln. If that is correct, Johann Burggraf von Köln must have had an older brother Heinrich [IV] who held the Burggrafschaft before Johann.] m ---. The identity of Heinrich’s wife has not been ascertained. Heinrich [IV] & his wife had one child:

a) ALEIDIS (-after 1303). "Johannes vir nobilis miles, quondam Burggravius Coloniensis et Catherina uxor nostra" demanded money from "nobili matrone Aleydi filie quondam nobilis viri domini Henrici Burggravii Coloniensis, nunc uxori Wedekindi filii domini comitis de Wedegensteyne" and her husband by charter dated 21 Feb 1280 (O.S.)[2425]. m (before 21 Feb 1281) WIDEKIND [III] Graf von Wittgenstein, son of SIEGFRIED Graf von Wittgenstein & his wife Ida von Arnsberg (-after 1307).

2. JOHANN von Arberg [Arenberg] (-1281 after 21 Feb). Burggraf von Köln. "Johannes Burgravius Coloniensis et mater nostra" issued a charter dated 1265[2426]. “Methildis dicta domina de Holtha et Johannes filius noster burchgravius sive prefectus civitatis Coloniensis” to Kloster Sterkrade by charter dated Jan 1269 (O.S.?)[2427]. "Johannes de Areberg, burgravius Coloniensis" agreed with "socer meus Wilhelmus comes Juliacensis" for the release of "Gerhardum filium Gerhardi militis" by charter dated 13 Jan 1273[2428]. Sifrid Archbishop of Köln expropriated "comitatum Coloniensem qui dicitur burggaschaf" from "nobilis vir Johannes de Arberch quondam burgravius Coloniensis", with the consent of "idem Johannes, Katherina uxor sua et Methilde matre sua", by charter dated 16 Aug 1279[2429]. "Johannes dominus de Harberg" granted revenue to Camp abbey, with the consent of "domine Methildis matris nostre et Katerine uxoris nostre", by charter dated 11 Dec 1279[2430]. "Johannes vir nobilis miles, quondam Burggravius Coloniensis et Catherina uxor nostra" demanded money from "nobili matrone Aleydi filie quondam nobilis viri domini Henrici Burggravii Coloniensis, nunc uxori Wedekindi filii domini comitis de Wedegensteyne" and her husband by charter dated 21 Feb 1280 (O.S.)[2431]. m (before 13 Jan 1273) KATHARINA von Jülich, daughter of WILHELM [III] Graf von Jülich & his wife Richardis van Gelre (-after 28 Jun 1287). Her parentage and marriage are confirmed by the charter dated 13 Jan 1273 under which "Johannes de Areberg, burgravius Coloniensis" agreed with "socer meus Wilhelmus comes Juliacensis" for the release of "Gerhardum filium Gerhardi militis"[2432]. Sifrid Archbishop of Köln expropriated "comitatum Coloniensem qui dicitur burggaschaf" from "nobilis vir Johannes de Arberch quondam burgravius Coloniensis", with the consent of "idem Johannes, Katherina uxor sua et Methilde matre sua", by charter dated 16 Aug 1279[2433]. "Johannes dominus de Harberg" granted revenue to Camp abbey, with the consent of "domine Methildis matris nostre et Katerine uxoris nostre", by charter dated 11 Dec 1279[2434]. "Johannes vir nobilis miles, quondam Burggravius Coloniensis et Catherina uxor nostra" demanded money from "nobili matrone Aleydi filie quondam nobilis viri domini Henrici Burggravii Coloniensis, nunc uxori Wedekindi filii domini comitis de Wedegensteyne" and her husband by charter dated 21 Feb 1280 (O.S.)[2435]. "Methildis nobilis matrona domina de Holte, relicta quondam nobilis viri Gerardi Burgravii Coloniensis" sold property to "viro Alberto dicto Schalle civi Coloniensi, sororio nostro" to solve financial difficulties of "Mathildis nepotula, heres nostra, filia quondam…filii nostri nobilis viri Johannis Burgravii Coloniensis", with the consent of "domine Richarde comitisse Juliacensis avie dicte nepotule necnon…Katherine domine de Arberg, matris…eiusdem nepotule", by charter dated 28 Jun 1287[2436]. Johann & his wife had one child:

a) MECHTILD (-[2 Jan 1367], bur Arenberg). Her parentage is confirmed by the charter dated to [1282] under which her paternal grandmother "Methildis nobilis matrona domina de Holthe, relicta quondam nobilis viri domini Gerardi Burgravii Coloniensis domini de Areberg" donated property to Sterkrade abbey, with the consent of "nostrorum heredum…domini de Hurne Wilhelmi…Katerine domine de Arberg relicte quondam Johannis militis filii nostri ac Methildis filie eiusdem"[2437]. Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records the marriages “in sequenti festo conversionis sancti Pauli...in Hamone” in 1299 of “filii sui primogeniti Engleberti et filie sue Margarethe”[2438]. Levoldus’s mid-14th century Genealogia comitum de Marka records that “Engelbertus filius...Everhardi comitis” married “filiam borchgravii de Arberch, filiam sororis Gerardi comitis Iuliacensis”[2439]. Her marriage is confirmed by the charter dated 5 Sep 1299 which names "Everhardus comes de Marka et Engelbertus eius filius ac Methildis uxor d. Engelberti domina de Arberg, necnon Methildis domina de Holte, avia dicte Methildis d. de Arberg"[2440]. “Megtholt dame d’Arberg” [wife of Engelbert [II] Graf von der Mark] settled disputes with “sire Richart seigneur de Dune” by charter dated 26 Dec 1349, sealed by “Godart seigneur de Cronenbourg son beau-frère”[2441]. m (Hamm 25 Jan 1299) [as his second wife,] ENGELBERT von der Mark, son of EBERHARD [I] Graf von der Mark & his first wife Irmgard von Berg (-18 Jul 1328, bur Fröndenberg). He succeeded his father in 1308 as Graf von der Mark.

B. VÖGTE von KÖLN, HERREN von HEPPENDORF

Two brothers:

1. HERMANN (-after 29 Jun 1022). Heribert Archbishop of Köln donated “in pago Mosalensi in villa Sakinheim XIII mansos” to Köln St. Martin by charter dated 29 Jun 1022, witnessed by “Herimanni domus advocati, Adolfi fratris eius, Gerhardi comitis, Sigezonis militis, Gerhardi secundi”[2442].

2. ADOLF (-after 29 Jun 1022). Heribert Archbishop of Köln donated “in pago Mosalensi in villa Sakinheim XIII mansos” to Köln St. Martin by charter dated 29 Jun 1022, witnessed by “Herimanni domus advocati, Adolfi fratris eius, Gerhardi comitis, Sigezonis militis, Gerhardi secundi”[2443].

1. KONRAD (-after 1139). Vogt von Köln. “...Conradus advocatus...” witnessed the charter dated 1134 under which Bruno Archbishop of Köln confirmed donations made by “Herimannus comes de Saphinberch”[2444]. “...Ministeriales...Henricus de Alphen, Konradus advocatus...” witnessed the charter dated 1139 under which Adolf Archbishop of Köln confirmed the foundation of Kloster Hamborn[2445].

2. HERMANN (-after 1152). Vogt von Köln. “...Ministerialibus...Hermanno advocato...Henrico de Volmutstene, Henrico de Alpheim...” witnessed the charter dated 1149 under which Arnold Archbishop of Köln granted the right to choose their own priest to the inhabitants of the bishopric of Bremen[2446]. “...Ministeriales Heremannus Coloniensis advocatus, Heinricus de Volmuntsteine, Heinricus de Alpeheim...” witnessed the charter dated 1151 under which Konrad II King of Germany granted protection to Kloster Liesborn[2447]. “...Liberi...Jonatas de Volmunstene...Ministeriales Heremannus advocatus de Colonia, Heinricus de Volmunstene...” witnessed the charter dated 1152 under which Friedrich I King of Germany granted protection to Kloster Liesborn[2448].

Two brothers:

1. GERHARD (-after 1189). Vogt von Köln. “Ministeriales: Heinricus de Volmudestene, Gerhardus advocatus Coloniensis et Herimannus eius frater...” witnessed the charter dated 1166 under which Reinald Archbishop of Köln confirmed privileges of Kloster Althoff[2449]. “Otto quondam comes in Capenberg et postea prepositus eiusdem loci...Euerhardus comes Engelbertus frater eius, Arnoldus comes, nobilis Euerwinus de Holte, Gerhardus nobilis in Colonia” witnessed the charter dated 1170 under which Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed an agreement between Kloster Cappenberg and the canons of Xanten[2450]. “...Gerardus advocatus Coloniensis...” witnessed the charter dated 1189 under which Philipp Archbishop of Köln settled a dispute involving Köln St. Gereon[2451]. "Gozwinus de Valkenburg, Otto de Wicrode, Gerardus de Randenrode, Gerardus advocatus Coloniensis, Herimannus filius eius..." witnessed the charter dated to [1183/91] under which Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed that "domna Sophya de Heymisberg et neptis nostra..." had mortgaged property[2452]. m ---. The name of Hermann’s wife is not known. Gerhard & his wife had one child:

a) HERMANN (-after 21 Jul 1200). "Gozwinus de Valkenburg, Otto de Wicrode, Gerardus de Randenrode, Gerardus advocatus Coloniensis, Herimannus filius eius..." witnessed the charter dated to [1183/91] under which Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed that "domna Sophya de Heymisberg et neptis nostra..." had mortgaged property[2453]. Vogt von Köln. “...Herimannus Coloniensis advocatus...” witnessed the charter dated 7 Jul 1194 under which Adolf Archbishop of Köln confirmed property of Kloster Marienfeld[2454]. “...Herimannus advocatus Coloniensis...” witnessed the charter dated 21 Jul 1200 which recorded an an agreement between the archbishop of Köln and Arnold Graf von Altena[2455].

2. HERMANN . “Ministeriales...Gerhardus advocatus Coloniensis et Herimannus eius frater...” witnessed the charter dated 1166 under which Reinald Archbishop of Köln confirmed privileges of Kloster Althoff[2456].

Two brothers:

1. HERMANN [von Heppendorf] (-[1229/Feb 1235]). Vogt von Köln. “Layci: Herimannus nobilis advocatus...Gerardus filius advocati nobilis...” witnessed the charter dated 26 May 1218 under which Engelbert Archbishop of Köln granted toll exemptions in Köln to Erbach abbey[2457]. Engelbert Archbishop of Köln donated property to "Danieli et fratri suo Amilio" by charter dated 1224, witnessed by “Herimannus advocatus Coloniensis et filii eius Gerardus et Arnoldus...”[2458]. "Otto nobilis vir de Wikerode...et filios nostros...Ottonem et Theodoricum Colonienses canonicos Lutherum et Henricum" donated property to the church of Asch by charter dated 1229, witnessed by “Ludewicus de Randinrode...Lutherus comes de Hostaden, Theodericus comes de Morse, Herimannus de Molenarkin...Theodericus de Blanckenheim...Herimannus nobilis advocatus Colon...”[2459]. m ---. The name of Hermann’s wife is not known. Hermann & his wife had two children:

a) GERHARD (-[24 Mar 1258/17 Apr 1259]). “Layci: Herimannus nobilis advocatus...Gerardus filius advocati nobilis...” witnessed the charter dated 26 May 1218 under which Engelbert Archbishop of Köln granted toll exemptions in Köln to Erbach abbey[2460]. Engelbert Archbishop of Köln donated property to "Danieli et fratri suo Amilio" by charter dated 1224, witnessed by “Herimannus advocatus Coloniensis et filii eius Gerardus et Arnoldus...”[2461]. Vogt von Köln. "Herimannus de Molenarken, Gerardus advocatus Coloniensis..." witnessed the charter dated Feb 1235 under which Heinrich Archbishop of Köln increased the rights of Recklinghausen[2462]. "Gerardus advocatus Coloniensis" donated “redditus...de meo...molendino...in Reyde” to Köln cathedral, for the memory of “Megtildis quondam uxoris mee”, and “Gerardus canonicus Coloniensis, Theodericus canonicus Xanctensis, Rutcherus, Willelmus, Godefridus, Egidius et Adolfus” confirmed the donation made by “predicti aduocati patris nostri”, by charter dated 4 Aug 1256[2463]. The necrology of Köln Cathedral records the death “XII Kal Mar” of “Gerardus advocati canon. col.”[2464]. m MECHTILD, daughter of --- (-before 4 Aug 1256). "Gerardus advocatus Coloniensis" donated “redditus...de meo...molendino...in Reyde” to Köln cathedral, for the memory of “Megtildis quondam uxoris mee”, by charter dated 4 Aug 1256[2465]. Gerhard & his wife had seven children:

i) RUTGER (-before 1271). "Gerardus advocatus Coloniensis" donated “redditus...de meo...molendino...in Reyde” to Köln cathedral, for the memory of “Megtildis quondam uxoris mee”, and “Gerardus canonicus Coloniensis, Theodericus canonicus Xanctensis, Rutcherus, Willelmus, Godefridus, Egidius et Adolfus” confirmed the donation made by “predicti aduocati patris nostri”, by charter dated 4 Aug 1256[2466]. Vogt von Köln.

- see below.

ii) WILHELM [von Reide] (-before 1271). "Gerardus advocatus Coloniensis" donated “redditus...de meo...molendino...in Reyde” to Köln cathedral, for the memory of “Megtildis quondam uxoris mee”, and “Gerardus canonicus Coloniensis, Theodericus canonicus Xanctensis, Rutcherus, Willelmus, Godefridus, Egidius et Adolfus” confirmed the donation made by “predicti aduocati patris nostri”, by charter dated 4 Aug 1256[2467]. "...Rutgerus et Wilhelmus fratres filii advocati milites" witnessed the charter dated 24 Mar 1258 under which Konrad Archbishop of Köln waived privileges[2468]. “Ruthgeir der edele Vaith...unseme Wive...Gerdrude inde unser beidere kinderen...Gerart inde Ruthgeir” reached agreement with the citizens of Köln regarding the Vogteischaft, with the consent of “Wilhelm inde Godevert unse brudere”, by charter dated 12 Sep 1263, witnessed by “den burgeren van Kolne...heren Godeuerde den kamere van Bageheim, unse swagere...heren Wilhelme van Reide unsen bruder, die Riddere sint, inde Gobbele unsen bruder”[2469]. "Stephanus de Sulen, Bernardus de Strungede et Conradus de Eueruelde milites” noted that “Gerardus advocatus Coloniensis...consanguineus noster” was reconciled with the city of Köln after the deaths of “Rutgeri quondam advocati Coloniensis patris sui et...Wilhelmi de Reide militis patrui sui” and after his own captivity by charter dated 1271[2470].

iii) GOTTFRIED . "Gerardus advocatus Coloniensis" donated “redditus...de meo...molendino...in Reyde” to Köln cathedral, for the memory of “Megtildis quondam uxoris mee”, and “Gerardus canonicus Coloniensis, Theodericus canonicus Xanctensis, Rutcherus, Willelmus, Godefridus, Egidius et Adolfus” confirmed the donation made by “predicti aduocati patris nostri”, by charter dated 4 Aug 1256[2471]. “Ruthgeir der edele Vaith...unseme Wive...Gerdrude inde unser beidere kinderen...Gerart inde Ruthgeir” reached agreement with the citizens of Köln regarding the Vogteischaft, with the consent of “Wilhelm inde Godevert unse brudere”, by charter dated 12 Sep 1263, witnessed by “den burgeren van Kolne...heren Godeuerde den kamere van Bageheim, unse swagere...heren Wilhelme van Reide unsen bruder, die Riddere sint, inde Gobbele unsen bruder”[2472].

iv) GERHARD . "Gerardus advocatus Coloniensis" donated “redditus...de meo...molendino...in Reyde” to Köln cathedral, for the memory of “Megtildis quondam uxoris mee”, and “Gerardus canonicus Coloniensis, Theodericus canonicus Xanctensis, Rutcherus, Willelmus, Godefridus, Egidius et Adolfus” confirmed the donation made by “predicti aduocati patris nostri”, by charter dated 4 Aug 1256[2473].

v) DIETRICH . "Gerardus advocatus Coloniensis" donated “redditus...de meo...molendino...in Reyde” to Köln cathedral, for the memory of “Megtildis quondam uxoris mee”, and “Gerardus canonicus Coloniensis, Theodericus canonicus Xanctensis, Rutcherus, Willelmus, Godefridus, Egidius et Adolfus” confirmed the donation made by “predicti aduocati patris nostri”, by charter dated 4 Aug 1256[2474].

vi) EGIDIUS . "Gerardus advocatus Coloniensis" donated “redditus...de meo...molendino...in Reyde” to Köln cathedral, for the memory of “Megtildis quondam uxoris mee”, and “Gerardus canonicus Coloniensis, Theodericus canonicus Xanctensis, Rutcherus, Willelmus, Godefridus, Egidius et Adolfus” confirmed the donation made by “predicti aduocati patris nostri”, by charter dated 4 Aug 1256[2475].

vii) ADOLF . "Gerardus advocatus Coloniensis" donated “redditus...de meo...molendino...in Reyde” to Köln cathedral, for the memory of “Megtildis quondam uxoris mee”, and “Gerardus canonicus Coloniensis, Theodericus canonicus Xanctensis, Rutcherus, Willelmus, Godefridus, Egidius et Adolfus” confirmed the donation made by “predicti aduocati patris nostri”, by charter dated 4 Aug 1256[2476].

b) ARNOLD (-after 1224). Engelbert Archbishop of Köln donated property to "Danieli et fratri suo Amilio" by charter dated 1224, witnessed by “Herimannus advocatus Coloniensis et filii eius Gerardus et Arnoldus...”[2477].

2. ARNOLD (-after 1204). “...Arnoldus frater advocati...” witnessed the charter dated 1204 under which the chapter of Köln confirmed property to “Godefrido de Ure et Gerlaco de Sumberne”[2478].

RUTGER, son of GERHARD Vogt von Köln & his wife Mechtild --- (-before 1271). "...Rutgerus et Wilhelmus fratres filii advocati milites" witnessed the charter dated 24 Mar 1258 under which Konrad Archbishop of Köln waived privileges[2479]. Vogt von Köln. "...Rutgerus advocatus Coloniensis..." witnessed the charter dated 17 Apr 1259 under which Konrad Archbishop of Köln removed “magistri civium” from office in Köln[2480]. “Ruthgeir der edele Vaith...unseme Wive...Gerdrude inde unser beidere kinderen...Gerart inde Ruthgeir” reached agreement with the citizens of Köln regarding the Vogteischaft, with the consent of “Wilhelm inde Godevert unse brudere”, by charter dated 12 Sep 1263, witnessed by “den burgeren van Kolne...heren Godeuerde den kamere van Bageheim, unse swagere...heren Wilhelme van Reide unsen bruder, die Riddere sint, inde Gobbele unsen bruder”[2481]. “Friderich der herre van Beddebure” confirmed that he and his heirs had been granted citizenship of Köln by charter dated 31 Aug 1264, witnessed by “her Wilhelm der greue van Gulege, her Wilhelm der herre van Vrenze, her Harpern der Herre van Louenberg, her Ruthgeir der vait van Kolne, her Wernere van me Rode...”[2482].

m GERTRUD von Bageheim, daughter of --- von Bageheim & his wife ---. “Ruthgeir der edele Vaith...unseme Wive...Gerdrude inde unser beidere kinderen...Gerart inde Ruthgeir” reached agreement with the citizens of Köln regarding the Vogteischaft, with the consent of “Wilhelm inde Godevert unse brudere”, by charter dated 12 Sep 1263, witnessed by “den burgeren van Kolne...heren Godeuerde den kamere van Bageheim, unse swagere...heren Wilhelme van Reide unsen bruder, die Riddere sint, inde Gobbele unsen bruder”[2483].

Rutger & his wife had two children:

1. GERHARD (-after 5 May 1288). “Ruthgeir der edele Vaith...unseme Wive...Gerdrude inde unser beidere kinderen...Gerart inde Ruthgeir” reached agreement with the citizens of Köln regarding the Vogteischaft, with the consent of “Wilhelm inde Godevert unse brudere”, by charter dated 12 Sep 1263, witnessed by “den burgeren van Kolne...heren Godeuerde den kamere van Bageheim, unse swagere...heren Wilhelme van Reide unsen bruder, die Riddere sint, inde Gobbele unsen bruder”[2484]. Vogt von Köln. “nobiles Wilhelmus dominus de Vrenze…Gerardus advocatus Coloniensis…et Arnoldus de Giemennich” confirmed that “Theodericus nobilis vir dominus de Schinna” had reconciled himself with the city of Köln after his imprisonment by charter dated 9 Jul 1271, sealed by “nos Wilhelmus dominus de Vrenze…Gerardus advocatus Coloniensis”[2485]. "Stephanus de Sulen, Bernardus de Strungede et Conradus de Eueruelde milites” noted that “Gerardus advocatus Coloniensis...consanguineus noster” was reconciled with the city of Köln after the deaths of “Rutgeri quondam advocati Coloniensis patris sui et...Wilhelmi de Reide militis patrui sui” and after his own captivity by charter dated 1271[2486]. "Gerardus nobilis advocatus Coloniensis miles” swore allegiance to the city of Köln by charter dated 5 May 1288[2487]. m ---. The primary source which confirms the name of Gerhard’s wife has not been identified. Gerhard & his wife had children:

a) GERHARD . "...Gerardo filio aduocati...” witnessed the charter dated 2 May 1273 under which “Henricus comes de Kessele” pledged “castrum nostrum in Bruche” to the archbishop of Köln[2488].

2. RUTGER . “Ruthgeir der edele Vaith...unseme Wive...Gerdrude inde unser beidere kinderen...Gerart inde Ruthgeir” reached agreement with the citizens of Köln regarding the Vogteischaft, with the consent of “Wilhelm inde Godevert unse brudere”, by charter dated 12 Sep 1263, witnessed by “den burgeren van Kolne...heren Godeuerde den kamere van Bageheim, unse swagere...heren Wilhelme van Reide unsen bruder, die Riddere sint, inde Gobbele unsen bruder”[2489].

- HERREN von REIDE[2490].

1. --- . m as her first husband, ---, daughter of ---. The following document suggests that she may have married secondly Gerhard von Garsdorf: A charter dated 1312 (before 4 Jun) records the death of “Arnold Herr zu Alpen” who had five sons “Heinrich, Gerhard, Arnold, Otto und Johann” by his wife “Gertrud von Garsdorf, Schwester Rutgers Edelvogts zu Köln”[2491]. In another document quoted below, Gertrud von Garsdorf describes Rutger Vogt von Köln as her “avunculus”. This term may have been used to indicate an older uterine brother. One child:

a) RUTGER (-[1350/53]). Vogt von Köln. "Arnoldi domini de Randenrode, Conradi domini de Sleyda, Rutgeri advocati Coloniensi, Lodowici de Randenroyde...nostrorum consanguineorum" witnessed the charter dated 13 Jul 1329 under which “Wilhelmus dominus de Helpenstein, Fridericus et Theodericus eiusdem fratres” renounced rights following the destruction of their castle and the death of “Ludolphi fratris nostri”[2492].

- see below.

2. RUTGER von Köln (-after 4 Jun 1312). Canon at Xanten. “Gertrudis Witwe des Herrn Arnoldus de Alpen und ihr erstgeborener Sohn Henricus” listed revenue “aus der Herrschaft Alpen” by charter dated 4 Jun 1312, witnessed by “Gerhardus de Alpen, Bruder Heinrichs, und Rutgerus de Colonia, beide Kanoniker zu Xanten...”[2493]. Rutger’s relationships with the issuer of the charter and with the Köln family have not been ascertained.

RUTGER, son of --- (-[1350/53]). Vogt von Köln. "Arnoldi domini de Randenrode, Conradi domini de Sleyda, Rutgeri advocati Coloniensi, Lodowici de Randenroyde...nostrorum consanguineorum" witnessed the charter dated 13 Jul 1329 under which “Wilhelmus dominus de Helpenstein, Fridericus et Theodericus eiusdem fratres” renounced rights following the destruction of their castle[2494]. Rainald Graaf van Gelre sold Alpen to “Rutger Erbvogt zu Köln” by charter dated 4 Aug 1330[2495]. “Arnold von Alpen, Sohn des verstorbenen Arnold Herrn zu Alpen” sold property from “seiner Herrschaft Alpen” to “seinem avunculus Rutger Edelvogt von Köln, dessen Gattin Alveradis” by charter dated 5 May 1332[2496].

m ALVERADIS, daughter of ---. “Arnold von Alpen, Sohn des verstorbenen Arnold Herrn zu Alpen” sold property from “seiner Herrschaft Alpen” to “seinem avunculus Rutger Edelvogt von Köln, dessen Gattin Alveradis” by charter dated 5 May 1332[2497].

Rutger & his wife had one child:

1. GUMPRECHT (-[31 Jul 1378/7 Dec 1380]). His parentage is indicated by the charter dated 1374 (before 11 Nov) under which “Ritter Arnold von Alpen” complained to Florenz Bishop of Münster that “Ritter Gumprecht Vogt zu Köln” had withheld “sein Haus Alpen”, renounced by “sein verstorbener Vater Heinrich von Alpen” in favour of “Gumprechts Vater, der auch Vogt zu Köln war”[2498]. Vogt von Köln. Herr zu Alpen. “Goedart Graf zu Loon und Chiny, Herr zu Heinsberg und Blankenberg” confirmed a settlement with “Ritter Gumprecht Vogt zu Köln und Herrn zu Alpen” concerning the succession of “Strop zu Wassenberg...ein Verwandter Gumprechts” at Epprath, with the consent of “[Gumprechts] Verwandten Heinrich, Sohn seines verstorbenen Oheims Heinrich von Garsdorf”, by charter dated 21 Mar 1361[2499]. "Arnold herre zo Blanckenheim" sold his share in "Helpesteyn, zo Hoesteiden, zo Grymmelickusen und zo Danne" to “heren Gumprechte vayde zo Colne und herre zo Alpheim ind Elyzabet syme...wyue” by charter dated 24 Oct 1369, sealed by “heren Engelbrecht den greuen van der Marke”[2500]. “Ritter Arnold von Alpen und seine Söhne Johann, Elbert und Arnold von Alpen” appealed their complaint against “Gumprecht Vogt von Köln und dessen Söhne Gumprecht, Gerart und Rutger” to Friedrich Archbishop of Köln by charter dated 18 Jun 1378[2501]. "Gumprecht van Alpen voicht zu Colne, Gumprecht, Gerart ind Rutgher syne soene" renounced "der herrschaff van Helpensteyn" by charter dated 31 Jul 1378[2502]. He is named as deceased in the 7 Dec 1380 charter of his children cited below. m ELISABETH von der Mark, daughter of [GERHARD von der Mark & his wife Isabelle de Dammartin] (-before 18 Feb 1393). Jacques de Hemricourt’s late 14th century Miroir des Nobles de Hesbaye records that “Mess. Gerars delle Marche chevaliers bannerez” and his wife “le sereur de saingnor de Duras” had two daughters “mult belles” whom he had seen many times, one of whom married “al gentyl Voweit de Colongne saingnor Dalpen” and the other “monsieur Biertran de Liers saingnor d’Emale et d’Embenes sor Gayre chevalier”, adding that the former had children “ly enfans Dalpen maintenant vivans” who had long been enemies “alle pays delle evesqueit de Liege”[2503]. Europäische Stammtafeln shows “Elisabeth” as daughter of Gerhard, and her marriage to Gumprecht von Heppendorf[2504]. Another Europäische Stammtafeln table shows “Elisabeth” as the daughter of Adolf [II] Graf von der Mark (see below), married to Gumprecht[2505]. Elisabeth is named as “nychte” of two of her Mark relations in the following charter: “Ritter Gumprecht von Alpen Vogt von Köln” [Elisabeth’s son] confirmed that “†Graf Engelbert von der Mark [most likely Engelbert [III], died 1391] und Graf Adolf von Kleve [brother of Engelbert [III] Graf von der Mark] hatten seinem Vater Vogt Gumprecht von Köln” granted “Renten in der Liemers” as dower for “seine Frau [Elisabeth] nychte Engelberts und Adolfs Mutter Gumprechts”, by charter dated 18 Feb 1393[2506]. If “nychte” in this document was used in the same broad way as the Latin “nepta” is often used, it could indicate niece, grand-daughter or a more remote cousin relationship. However, the chronology indicates the improbability that Elisabeth was the niece of the Mark/Kleve brothers: they were born in the early 1330s, and Elisabeth’s three sons were named (presumably as young adults) in their father’s 31 Jul 1378 charter quoted below. It is therefore more likely that Elisabeth was the cousin of Engelbert and Adolf, Gerhard being the most likely candidate for her father if she was related to the Mark family through the agnatic line. According to Jacques de Hemricourt’s late 14th century Miroir des Nobles de Hesbaye, Gerhard von der Mark did have two daughters. In another passage, Hemricourt states that “le Noble Voué de Cologne, Seigneur d’Alphen” married “N. fille deuxième de Gerard de la Marck” (named “Jolente chanoinesse de Mons” in a footnote)[2507]. As noted in Europäische Stammtafeln, members of the Heppendorf family were also Herren von Alpen and Erbvögte von Köln[2508]. "Arnold herre zo Blanckenheim" sold his share in "Helpesteyn, zo Hoesteiden, zo Grymmelickusen und zo Danne" to “heren Gumprechte vayde zo Colne und herre zo Alpheim ind Elyzabet syme...wyue” by charter dated 24 Oct 1369, sealed by “heren Engelbrecht den greuen van der Marke”[2509]. Gumprecht & his wife had five children:

a) GUMPRECHT (-after 18 May 1422). “Ritter Arnold von Alpen und seine Söhne Johann, Elbert und Arnold von Alpen” appealed their complaint against “Gumprecht Vogt von Köln und dessen Söhne Gumprecht, Gerart und Rutger” to Friedrich Archbishop of Köln by charter dated 18 Jun 1378[2510]. "Gumprecht van Alpen voicht zu Colne, Gumprecht, Gerart ind Rutgher syne soene" renounced "der herrschaff van Helpensteyn" by charter dated 31 Jul 1378[2511]. “Gumprecht, Gerhard, Rutger, Alverad und Elschen eheliche Kinder weiland Gumprechts zu Alpen Vogt zu Köln” confirmed the division of land agreed between Alverad and “Frau Bele von Cusene” by charter dated 7 Dec 1380[2512]. “Graf Johann von Neuenahr und seine Frau Alverad” recorded a dispute with “Bele von Kuesin”, requesting “ihre Schwäger die Gebrüder Gumprecht von Alpen Vogt zu Köln, Gerhard von Alpen und Rutger von Garsdorf” to seal, by charter dated 1 May 1380[2513]. “Gumprecht Erbvogt zu Köln” confirmed a transaction by charter dated 1 Sep 1381[2514]. "Gumpreicht van Alpheim vayt zu Coelne ind Swenolt van Harue syn...wyfe" confirmed a debt from Wilhelm Duke of Jülich by charter dated 3 Nov 1390[2515]. “Ritter Gumprecht von Alpen Vogt von Köln” confirmed that “†Graf Engelbert von der Mark und Graf Adolf von Kleve hatten seinem Vater Vogt Gumprecht von Köln” granted “Renten in der Liemers” as dower for “seine Frau [Elisabeth] nychte Engelberts und Adolfs Mutter Gumprechts”, by charter dated 18 Feb 1393[2516]. A charter dated 4 Jan 1395 records the settlement of a dispute between “Gumpricht, Herr zu Alpen, Erbvogt zu Colne” and “seinem Oheim Arnoildem, Graf zu Blanckenheim”, mediated by “...seinen Bruder Rutger van Alpen, Ritter...”[2517]: the precise relationship between Gumprecht von Alpen and Arnold von Blankenheim has not been ascertained. “Gomprecht von Nuwenar Herr zu Rodesberg” confirmed that his uncle “Gomprecht Erbvogt zu Köln, Herr zu Alpen und Garsdorf” had granted him “die Vogtei von Köln nebst den Herrschaften Alpen und Garsdorf” after his death by charter dated 2 Feb 1418, witnessed by “Johann von Loen Herr zu Heinsberg und Löwenberg, Oheim des Austellers und seine Söhne Johann und Wilhelm Grafen zu Blankenheim”[2518]. “Gumprecht Herr zu Alpen und Garsdorf” requested Dietrich Archbishop of Köln to enfeoff “seinen Neffen Gumprecht von Neuenahr Herrn zu Roesberg” with the “Vogtei von Köln” by charter dated 18 May 1422, witnessed by “Johann von Loen Herrn zu Heinsberg, Löwenberg und Gennep...”[2519]. m SWENOLT von Harve, daughter of ---. "Gumpreicht van Alpheim vayt zu Coelne ind Swenolt van Harue syn...wyfe" confirmed a debt from Wilhelm Duke of Jülich by charter dated 3 Nov 1390[2520].

b) GERHARD (-after 7 Dec 1380). “Ritter Arnold von Alpen und seine Söhne Johann, Elbert und Arnold von Alpen” appealed their complaint against “Gumprecht Vogt von Köln und dessen Söhne Gumprecht, Gerart und Rutger” to Friedrich Archbishop of Köln by charter dated 18 Jun 1378[2521]. "Gumprecht van Alpen voicht zu Colne, Gumprecht, Gerart ind Rutgher syne soene" renounced "der herrschaff van Helpensteyn" by charter dated 31 Jul 1378[2522]. “Graf Johann von Neuenahr und seine Frau Alverad” recorded a dispute with “Bele von Kuesin”, requesting “ihre Schwäger die Gebrüder Gumprecht von Alpen Vogt zu Köln, Gerhard von Alpen und Rutger von Garsdorf” to seal, by charter dated 1 May 1380[2523]. “Gumprecht, Gerhard, Rutger, Alverad und Elschen eheliche Kinder weiland Gumprechts zu Alpen Vogt zu Köln” confirmed the division of land agreed between Alverad and “Frau Bele von Cusene” by charter dated 7 Dec 1380[2524].

c) RUTGER [von Garsdorf] (-after 4 Jan 1395). “Ritter Arnold von Alpen und seine Söhne Johann, Elbert und Arnold von Alpen” appealed their complaint against “Gumprecht Vogt von Köln und dessen Söhne Gumprecht, Gerart und Rutger” to Friedrich Archbishop of Köln by charter dated 18 Jun 1378[2525]. "Gumprecht van Alpen voicht zu Colne, Gumprecht, Gerart ind Rutgher syne soene" renounced "der herrschaff van Helpensteyn" by charter dated 31 Jul 1378[2526]. “Graf Johann von Neuenahr und seine Frau Alverad” recorded a dispute with “Bele von Kuesin”, requesting “ihre Schwäger die Gebrüder Gumprecht von Alpen Vogt zu Köln, Gerhard von Alpen und Rutger von Garsdorf” to seal, by charter dated 1 May 1380[2527]. “Gumprecht, Gerhard, Rutger, Alverad und Elschen eheliche Kinder weiland Gumprechts zu Alpen Vogt zu Köln” confirmed the division of land agreed between Alverad and “Frau Bele von Cusene” by charter dated 7 Dec 1380[2528]. A charter dated 4 Jan 1395 records the settlement of a dispute between “Gumpricht, Herr zu Alpen, Erbvogt zu Colne” and “seinem Oheim Arnoildem, Graf zu Blanckenheim”, mediated by “...seinen Bruder Rutger van Alpen, Ritter...”[2529].

d) ALVERAD von Heppendorf (-after 7 Dec 1380). Fahne records her parentage and marriage, noting that she was her father’s heiress[2530]. Her parentage and marriage are confirmed by the charter dated 2 Feb 1418 under which [her son] “Gomprecht von Nuwenar Herr zu Rodesberg” confirmed that his uncle [her brother] “Gomprecht Erbvogt zu Köln, Herr zu Alpen und Garsdorf” had granted him “die Vogtei von Köln nebst den Herrschaften Alpen und Garsdorf” after his death[2531]. “Johann Herr zu Nuwenar und seine Gattin Alverad Frau zu Nuwenar” issued a charter dated 2 Jan 1372[2532]. “Graf Johann von Neuenahr und seine Frau Alverad” recorded a dispute with “Bele von Kuesin”, requesting “ihre Schwäger die Gebrüder Gumprecht von Alpen Vogt zu Köln, Gerhard von Alpen und Rutger von Garsdorf” to seal, by charter dated 1 May 1380[2533]. “Gumprecht, Gerhard, Rutger, Alverad und Elschen eheliche Kinder weiland Gumprechts zu Alpen Vogt zu Köln” confirmed the division of land agreed between Alverad and “Frau Bele von Cusene” by charter dated 7 Dec 1380[2534]. m JOHANN [IV] von Neuenahr Herr zu Rodensberg und Merzenich, son of JOHANN [III] von Neuenahr Herr von Rodensberg & his wife --- (-after 1 May 1380).

e) ELSA (-after 7 Dec 1380). “Gumprecht, Gerhard, Rutger, Alverad und Elschen eheliche Kinder weiland Gumprechts zu Alpen Vogt zu Köln” confirmed the division of land agreed between Alverad and “Frau Bele von Cusene” by charter dated 7 Dec 1380[2535].

The following individuals appear to have been related by marriage to the family of the Vögte von Köln. Their precise relationships to each other have not been ascertained, although they were clearly all related to Gertrud von Garsdorf, wife of Arnold von Alpen. A possible relationship to the Landscron family is suggested below.

1. GERHARD von Garsdorf (-after 1274). He witnessed the 1274 charter of his daughter Gertrud, quoted below. m [as her second husband,] ---, [widow of --- von Köln,] daughter of ---. Her possible two marriages are suggested by the following document: a charter dated 1312 (before 4 Jun) records the death of “Arnold Herr zu Alpen” who had five sons “Heinrich, Gerhard, Arnold, Otto und Johann” by his wife [her daughter] “Gertrud von Garsdorf, Schwester Rutgers Edelvogts zu Köln”[2536]. In another document quoted below, Gertrud von Garsdorf describes Rutger Vogt von Köln as her “avunculus”. This term may have been used to indicate an older uterine brother. One child:

a) GERTRUD von Garsdorf (-after Nov 1325). “Arnold Herr von A., Sohn Heinrichs und Cunigundens, beide todt” sold property to the Teutonic Knights, with the consent of “seiner Frau Gertrud von Garstorp...”, by charter dated 1274, witnessed by “...Gerard von Garstorp Edelvogt von Cöln, Schwiegervater Arnolds...”[2537]. A charter dated 1312 (before 4 Jun) records the death of “Arnold Herr zu Alpen” who had five sons “Heinrich, Gerhard, Arnold, Otto und Johann” by his wife “Gertrud von Garsdorf, Schwester Rutgers Edelvogts zu Köln”[2538]. “Gertrudis Witwe des Herrn Arnoldus de Alpen und ihr erstgeborener Sohn Henricus” listed revenue “aus der Herrschaft Alpen” by charter dated 4 Jun 1312, witnessed by “Gerhardus de Alpen, Bruder Heinrichs, und Rutgerus de Colonia, beide Kanoniker zu Xanten...”[2539]. "Gertrudis domina quondam de Alpen" sold rights in "Wilris et Alfle" to “Rychardo advocato et Hensoni fratris eius consanguineis nostris”, with the consent of “liberorum heredum nostrorum Henrici, Gerardi, Ottonis, Arnoldi et Iohannis”, by charter dated [late May/early Jun] 1322, sealed by “filiorum nostrorum...Henrici domini de Alpen et Gerardi canonici Xantensis...”[2540]. The family of the purchasers, related to Gertrud, has not been identified. They may have been related to the Landscron family as this charter is reproduced in Gudenus’s collection of Landscron documentation. The following document shows that their relationship with Gertrud was through their mother: "Gertrudis domina de Alpheym" sold revenues from "sitis infra oppidum Covelenze", inherited from “Gutte nostre consangwinee quondam monialis in Andernache defuncte”, to “Rychardo et Henrico filiis domini Petri quondam bone mem. de Elze nostris consangwineis armigeris adhuc in puberis”, with the consent of “liberorum nostrorum Henrici domini de Alpheym et sue collateralis, Gerhardi, Arnoldi, Ottonis, et Iohannis”, by charter dated early Nov 1325, sealed by “Dnm Rutgerum nobilem advocatum Coloniensem militem nostrum avunculum...Henrici...domin[i] iam dict[i]”[2541]. m ARNOLD Herr von Alpen, son of HEINRICH von Alpen & his wife Kunigunde --- (-[Jan/May] 1312).

2. ELSA (-after Nov 1325). Her marriage and her family relationship to Gertrud von Garsdorf are confirmed by the early Nov 1325 charter quoted above. No primary source has been identified which confirms her family name. m PETER, son of --- (-before Nov 1325). He is named as deceased in the Nov 1325 charter quoted above. Peter & his wife had two children:

a) RICHARD . His parentage is confirmed by the early Nov 1325 charter quoted above. "Gertrudis domina quondam de Alpen" sold rights in "Wilris et Alfle" to “Rychardo advocato et Hensoni fratris eius consanguineis nostris” by charter dated [late May/early Jun] 1322[2542].

b) HEINRICH . His parentage is confirmed by the early Nov 1325 charter quoted above. "Gertrudis domina quondam de Alpen" sold rights in "Wilris et Alfle" to “Rychardo advocato et Hensoni fratris eius consanguineis nostris” by charter dated [late May/early Jun] 1322[2543].

3. GUTA (-before Nov 1325). Nun at Andernach. Her family relationship to Gertrud von Garsdorf is confirmed by the early Nov 1325 charter quoted above.

C. HERREN von VOLMESTEIN

In witness lists in charters until the early 13th century, members of this family were listed as “ministeriales”, thereafter they made the transition to “nobiles” which was unusual. No explanation for this change has been found.

1. HEINRICH [I] von Volmestein (-after 1152). “...Henricus de Volmudisteine...” witnessed the charter dated 1134 under which Bruno Archbishop of Köln confirmed donations made by “Herimannus comes de Saphinberch”[2544]. “...Ministeriales...Henricus de Volmodisten...” witnessed the charter dated 1139 under which Adolf Archbishop of Köln confirmed the foundation of Kloster Hamborn[2545]. “...Ministerialibus...Hermanno advocato...Henrico de Volmutstene, Henrico de Alpheim...” witnessed the charter dated 1149 under which Arnold Archbishop of Köln granted the right to choose their own priest to the inhabitants of the bishopric of Bremen[2546]. “...Ministeriales Heremannus Coloniensis advocatus, Heinricus de Volmuntsteine, Heinricus de Alpeheim...” witnessed the charter dated 1151 under which Konrad II King of Germany granted protection to Kloster Liesborn[2547]. “...Liberi...Jonatas de Volmunstene...Ministeriales Heremannus advocatus de Colonia, Heinricus de Volmunstene...” witnessed the charter dated 1152 under which Friedrich I King of Germany granted protection to Kloster Liesborn[2548].

2. JONATHAN von Volmestein (-1152). “...Liberi...Jonatas de Volmunstene...Ministeriales Heremannus advocatus de Colonia, Heinricus de Volmunstene...” witnessed the charter dated 1152 under which Friedrich I King of Germany granted protection to Kloster Liesborn[2549].

Three brothers:

1. HEINRICH [II] von Volmestein (-after 13 Feb 1203). “Ministeriales: Heinricus de Volmudestene...” witnessed the charter dated 1166 under which Reinald Archbishop of Köln confirmed privileges of Kloster Althoff[2550]. “...Henricus de Volmundistene” witnessed the charter dated 1168 under which Philipp Archbishop of Köln donations to Kloster Flechtorp[2551]. “...Ministeriales Heinricus de Volmudesterne, Gerhardus et Gozwinus fratres eius...” witnessed the charter dated 1174 under which Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed property of Kloster Soest[2552]. “...Henricus de Volmodisteine et Gerhardus senior frater eius...” witnessed the charter dated 1187 under which Philipp Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster Soest[2553]. “...Henricus de Volmutsteyne, Gerardus frater suus, Gozwinus de Volmutsteyne...” witnessed the charter dated 1189 under which Philipp Archbishop of Köln settled a dispute involving Köln St. Gereon[2554]. “...Henricus de Volmutsteine, Gerardus frater eius...” witnessed the charter dated 13 Feb 1203 under which Adolf Archbishop of Köln established the tolls payable by the citizens of Dinant[2555].

2. GERHARD (-after 13 Feb 1203). “...Ministeriales Heinricus de Volmudesterne, Gerhardus et Gozwinus fratres eius...” witnessed the charter dated 1174 under which Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed property of Kloster Soest[2556]. “...Henricus de Volmodisteine et Gerhardus senior frater eius...” witnessed the charter dated 1187 under which Philipp Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster Soest[2557]. “...Henricus de Volmutsteine, Gerardus frater eius...” witnessed the charter dated 13 Feb 1203 under which Adolf Archbishop of Köln established the tolls payable by the citizens of Dinant[2558].

3. GOSWIN von Volmestein (-after 1189). “...Ministeriales Heinricus de Volmudesterne, Gerhardus et Gozwinus fratres eius...” witnessed the charter dated 1174 under which Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed property of Kloster Soest[2559]. “...Henricus de Volmutsteyne, Gerardus frater suus, Gozwinus de Volmutsteyne...” witnessed the charter dated 1189 under which Philipp Archbishop of Köln settled a dispute involving Köln St. Gereon[2560].

1. EBERHARD von Volmestein (-after 1207). “Everhardus de Volmotstein...” witnessed the charter dated 1196 under which Arnold Archbishop of Köln transformed Kloster Bredelar from nuns to monks[2561]. “...Everardus Volmuntsteine...” witnessed the charter dated 1207 under which “Conradus...prepositus conventus sancte marie ad Gradus in Colonia” confirmed donations[2562]. In both these documents Eberhard is listed among the ecclesiastical witnesses but without any ecclesiastical title.

Five siblings:

1. HEINRICH [III] von Volmestein (-before 7 May 1250). “...Heinricus de Volmensten nobilis advocatus de Colonia...” witnessed the charter dated 1216 under which Engelbert Archbishop of Köln confirmed a donation made by “nobilis Herimannus de Lippea”[2563]. Engelbert Archbishop of Köln confirmed “decimam super curtim fratrum Capenbergensium in Mengede” to “Heinricus de Volmuntsteine”, and his donation made with the consent of “fratris sui Everhardi”, by charter dated [22 Jul] 1218, witnessed by “...Everhardus frater Heinrici de Volmuntsteine...”[2564]. Engelbert Archbishop of Köln confirmed properties “in Heinrikinc” to “Heinricus de Volmotstene” by charter dated 13 Dec 1219, witnessed by “...Gotzvinus frater dicti Heinrici de Volmotstene...”[2565]. “Heinricus vir nobilis de Volmodestene...quam Heinricus filius meus” renounced rights in “Cobbinchof”, by charter dated to before 12 Jan 1227, witnessed by “Bertoldus miles de Brakele, Hermannus de Nova Ecclesia, Schotto miles de Volmotstene, Theodericus miles de Henrekine”[2566]. “Henricus de Volmestien...et uxor nostra” donated property “prope Milinchuyssen” to “sorori nostre domine Hattewigi abbatisse in Hereke” by charter dated 1235, witnessed by “dominus Everhardus frater noster, cognatus noster Theodericus sacerdos...”[2567]. “Gozwinus canonicus et custos Coloniensis, Henricus et Evirardus fratres de Volmertsteine” donated property “in Milinchusin” to Gevelsberg church by charter dated Apr 1235[2568]. “Henricus...advocatus in Volmutstene et eiusdem loci maior castellanus” granted property to “Hermannus de Oie aliquando in Swelme villicus” by charter dated 15 Jun 1245[2569]. m firstly ---. This first marriage is confirmed by the charter dated 12 Jan 1227 which names’s Heinrich’s son Heinrich, who could not have been born from his known marriage to Sophie von Altena. m secondly SOPHIE von Altena, daughter of FRIEDRICH [II] Graf von Altena und Isenberg & his wife Sophie van Limburg ([1211/26]-after 1291). Her parentage and marriage are confirmed by the charter dated 24 Oct 1244 under which "Theodoricus de Isenberg" committed not to dispose of "castro de Limburg supra Lenam" without the consent of "avunculi mei ducis de Lymborch et comitis de Monte", at the request of "sororius meus dominus Henricus de Volmuntstene"[2570]. “Theodoricus nobilis de Volmotstene” donated “decimam de...Werminge” to Kloster Scheda, with the consent of “matris meæ domine Sophyæ et fratrum meorum Everhardi, Walraveni, Hermanni, Adolphi, Engelberti, Frederici, Henrici”, by charter dated 25 Mar [1257/58][2571]. “Theodericus de Volmodstene miles” confirmed that “Arturus de Sveve” had sold property to Kloster Oelinghausen, with the consent of “uxoris mee Lise et filii mei Bertoldi primogeniti et ceterorum liberorum meorum”, by charter dated 15 Aug 1269, sealed by “domini et avunculi mei Theoderici comitis de Ysenberg et matris mee Sophie”[2572]. “Sophia senior domina de Volmestene relicta quondam domini de Volmestene bone memorie...Henrici” donated property to Kloster Herdicke, with the consent of “nostrorum filiorum Theoderici domini de Volmestene ac Hinrici fratris sui”, by charter dated 1291[2573]. Heinrich [III] & his first wife had one child:

a) HEINRICH von Volmestein (-after 12 Jan 1227). “Heinricus vir nobilis de Volmodestene...quam Heinricus filius meus” renounced rights in “Cobbinchof”, by charter dated to before 12 Jan 1227, witnessed by “Bertoldus miles de Brakele, Hermannus de Nova Ecclesia, Schotto miles de Volmotstene, Theodericus miles de Henrekine”[2574].

Heinrich [III] & his second wife had [nine] children:

b) DIETRICH [I] von Volmestein (-[Jul/21 Dec] 1313). “Theodericus de Volmutsthene” donated “molendinum...Duvellesmule” to Kloster Soest-Walburgis by charter dated 7 May 1250, in the presence of “Bertoldus senior de Buren et Bertoldus filius eius...”[2575]. “Theodoricus nobilis de Volmotstene” donated “decimam de...Werminge” to Kloster Scheda, with the consent of “matris meæ domine Sophyæ et fratrum meorum Everhardi, Walraveni, Hermanni, Adolphi, Engelberti, Frederici, Henrici”, by charter dated 25 Mar [1257/58][2576]. “Theodericus iuvenis de Volmestene” confirmed that “Arturus de Sveve et uxor sua” had donated “curiam...in Sveve quam a nobis iure feodali possedit” to Kloster Paradies by charter dated [Dec] 1266[2577]. “Theodericus miles primogenitus de Volmutstene” renounced rights over property in “Mulnhem” in favour of the Teutonic Knights by charter dated 27 Nov 1267[2578]. “Theodericus de Volmodstene miles” confirmed that “Arturus de Sveve” had sold property to Kloster Oelinghausen, with the consent of “uxoris mee Lise et filii mei Bertoldi primogeniti et ceterorum liberorum meorum”, by charter dated 15 Aug 1269, sealed by “domini et avunculi mei Theoderici comitis de Ysenberg et matris mee Sophie”, witnessed by “Everhardus, Engelbertus, Hinricus fratres mei...”[2579]. “Everhardus de Volmenstene Monasteriensis ecclesie canonicus” renounced rights in property “in Broke”, sold by “Henricus de Volmunstene miles frater noster et Henricus filius suus...et Th. de Volmunstene fratris nostri”, by charter dated 16 Oct 1283[2580]. “Sophia senior domina de Volmestene relicta quondam domini de Volmestene bone memorie...Henrici” donated property to Kloster Herdicke, with the consent of “nostrorum filiorum Theoderici domini de Volmestene ac Hinrici fratris sui”, by charter dated 1291[2581]. “Theodericus dominus de Volmutsteyne miles...et...Cunegundis uxoris mee...necnon liberorum meorum”, except for “Henrico primogenito meo...in remotis agentis”, exchanged property with Köln St. Gereon by charter dated 21 Sep 1297[2582]. “T. dominus de Volmutsteyne” requested “domicello W. comiti de Arnsberg” to enfeof “Godefridum de Seyna generum nostrum” just as “pie memorie comite de Arnsberg patre vestro” had done, by charter dated Jul 1313[2583]. m firstly ELISABETH, daughter of ---. “Theodericus de Volmodstene miles” confirmed that “Arturus de Sveve” had sold property to Kloster Oelinghausen, with the consent of “uxoris mee Lise et filii mei Bertoldi primogeniti et ceterorum liberorum meorum”, by charter dated 15 Aug 1269[2584]. m secondly KUNIGUNDE, daughter of ---. “Theodericus dominus de Volmutsteyne miles...et...Cunegundis uxoris mee...necnon liberorum meorum”, except for “Henrico primogenito meo...in remotis agentis”, exchanged property with Köln St. Gereon by charter dated 21 Sep 1297[2585]. Dietrich [I] & his first wife had children:

i) BERTHOLD von Volmestein . “Theodericus de Volmodstene miles” confirmed that “Arturus de Sveve” had sold property to Kloster Oelinghausen, with the consent of “uxoris mee Lise et filii mei Bertoldi primogeniti et ceterorum liberorum meorum”, by charter dated 15 Aug 1269[2586].

ii) children . “Theodericus de Volmodstene miles” confirmed that “Arturus de Sveve” had sold property to Kloster Oelinghausen, with the consent of “uxoris mee Lise et filii mei Bertoldi primogeniti et ceterorum liberorum meorum”, by charter dated 15 Aug 1269[2587].

iii) HEINRICH von Volmestein . “Theodericus dominus de Volmutsteyne miles...et...Cunegundis uxoris mee...necnon liberorum meorum”, except for “Henrico primogenito meo...in remotis agentis”, exchanged property with Köln St. Gereon by charter dated 21 Sep 1297[2588]. “Theodericus vir nobilis de Volmotsteyne, Goytstudis uxor eius...Wernerus de Volmotsteyne canonicus ecclesie Paderburnensis et Henricus de Volmonsteyne fratres” sold property to “Ludewico dicto Starke” by charter dated to [1314/23][2589].

iv) DIETRICH [II] von Volmestein (-after 1323). “Theodericus nobilis dominus de Volmestene” donated property to Kloster Bönninghausen, with the consent of “domine Godestive uxoris nostre, Theoderici, Reke et Elise liberorum”, by charter dated 21 Dec 1313[2590]. “Theodericus vir nobilis de Volmotsteyne, Goytstudis uxor eius...Wernerus de Volmotsteyne canonicus ecclesie Paderburnensis et Henricus de Volmonsteyne fratres” sold property to “Ludewico dicto Starke” by charter dated to [1314/23][2591]. m GODESTIVA, daughter of --- (-after 1314). “Theodericus nobilis dominus de Volmestene” donated property to Kloster Bönninghausen, with the consent of “domine Godestive uxoris nostre, Theoderici, Reke et Elise liberorum”, by charter dated 21 Dec 1313[2592]. “Theodericus vir nobilis de Volmotsteyne, Goytstudis uxor eius...Wernerus de Volmotsteyne canonicus ecclesie Paderburnensis et Henricus de Volmonsteyne fratres” sold property to “Ludewico dicto Starke” by charter dated to [1314/23][2593]. Dietrich [II] & his wife had children:

(a) DIETRICH [III] von Volmestein (-[1349/51]). “Theodericus nobilis dominus de Volmestene” donated property to Kloster Bönninghausen, with the consent of “domine Godestive uxoris nostre, Theoderici, Reke et Elise liberorum”, by charter dated 21 Dec 1313[2594].

- HERREN von VOLMESTEIN[2595].

(b) RICHZA von Volmestein . “Theodericus nobilis dominus de Volmestene” donated property to Kloster Bönninghausen, with the consent of “domine Godestive uxoris nostre, Theoderici, Reke et Elise liberorum”, by charter dated 21 Dec 1313[2596].

(c) ELISABETH von Volmestein . “Theodericus nobilis dominus de Volmestene” donated property to Kloster Bönninghausen, with the consent of “domine Godestive uxoris nostre, Theoderici, Reke et Elise liberorum”, by charter dated 21 Dec 1313[2597].

v) WERNER von Volmestein . “Theodericus vir nobilis de Volmotsteyne, Goytstudis uxor eius...Wernerus de Volmotsteyne canonicus ecclesie Paderburnensis et Henricus de Volmonsteyne fratres” sold property to “Ludewico dicto Starke” by charter dated to [1314/23][2598].

Dietrich [I] & his second wife had children:

vi) SOPHIE von Volmestein . Her parentage and marriage are confirmed by the charter dated Jul 1313 under which [her father] “T. dominus de Volmutsteyne” requested “domicello W. comiti de Arnsberg” to enfeof “Godefridum de Seyna generum nostrum” just as “pie memorie comite de Arnsberg patre vestro” had done[2599]. m as his first wife, GOTTFRIED von Sayn, son of ENGELBERT [I] Graf zu Sayn in Homburg & his first wife Jutta von Isenburg (-1354).

c) EBERHARD von Volmestein (-after 16 Oct 1283). “Theodoricus nobilis de Volmotstene” donated “decimam de...Werminge” to Kloster Scheda, with the consent of “matris meæ domine Sophyæ et fratrum meorum Everhardi, Walraveni, Hermanni, Adolphi, Engelberti, Frederici, Henrici”, by charter dated 25 Mar [1257/58][2600]. “Theodericus de Volmodstene miles” confirmed that “Arturus de Sveve” had sold property to Kloster Oelinghausen by charter dated 15 Aug 1269, witnessed by “Everhardus, Engelbertus, Hinricus fratres mei...”[2601]. Canon at Münster: “Everhardus de Volmenstene Monasteriensis ecclesie canonicus” renounced rights in property “in Broke”, sold by “Henricus de Volmunstene miles frater noster et Henricus filius suus...et Th. de Volmunstene fratris nostri”, by charter dated 16 Oct 1283[2602].

d) WALRAM von Volmestein . “Theodoricus nobilis de Volmotstene” donated “decimam de...Werminge” to Kloster Scheda, with the consent of “matris meæ domine Sophyæ et fratrum meorum Everhardi, Walraveni, Hermanni, Adolphi, Engelberti, Frederici, Henrici”, by charter dated 25 Mar [1257/58][2603].

e) HERMANN von Volmestein . “Theodoricus nobilis de Volmotstene” donated “decimam de...Werminge” to Kloster Scheda, with the consent of “matris meæ domine Sophyæ et fratrum meorum Everhardi, Walraveni, Hermanni, Adolphi, Engelberti, Frederici, Henrici”, by charter dated 25 Mar [1257/58][2604].

f) ADOLF von Volmestein . “Theodoricus nobilis de Volmotstene” donated “decimam de...Werminge” to Kloster Scheda, with the consent of “matris meæ domine Sophyæ et fratrum meorum Everhardi, Walraveni, Hermanni, Adolphi, Engelberti, Frederici, Henrici”, by charter dated 25 Mar [1257/58][2605].

g) ENGELBERT von Volmestein . “Theodoricus nobilis de Volmotstene” donated “decimam de...Werminge” to Kloster Scheda, with the consent of “matris meæ domine Sophyæ et fratrum meorum Everhardi, Walraveni, Hermanni, Adolphi, Engelberti, Frederici, Henrici”, by charter dated 25 Mar [1257/58][2606]. “Theodericus de Volmodstene miles” confirmed that “Arturus de Sveve” had sold property to Kloster Oelinghausen by charter dated 15 Aug 1269, witnessed by “Everhardus, Engelbertus, Hinricus fratres mei...”[2607].

h) FRIEDRICH von Volmestein . “Theodoricus nobilis de Volmotstene” donated “decimam de...Werminge” to Kloster Scheda, with the consent of “matris meæ domine Sophyæ et fratrum meorum Everhardi, Walraveni, Hermanni, Adolphi, Engelberti, Frederici, Henrici”, by charter dated 25 Mar [1257/58][2608].

i) HEINRICH von Volmestein (-after 1291). “Theodoricus nobilis de Volmotstene” donated “decimam de...Werminge” to Kloster Scheda, with the consent of “matris meæ domine Sophyæ et fratrum meorum Everhardi, Walraveni, Hermanni, Adolphi, Engelberti, Frederici, Henrici”, by charter dated 25 Mar [1257/58][2609]. “Theodericus de Volmodstene miles” confirmed that “Arturus de Sveve” had sold property to Kloster Oelinghausen by charter dated 15 Aug 1269, witnessed by “Everhardus, Engelbertus, Hinricus fratres mei...”[2610]. “Everhardus de Volmenstene Monasteriensis ecclesie canonicus” renounced rights in property “in Broke”, sold by “Henricus de Volmunstene miles frater noster et Henricus filius suus...et Th. de Volmunstene fratris nostri”, by charter dated 16 Oct 1283[2611]. “Sophia senior domina de Volmestene relicta quondam domini de Volmestene bone memorie...Henrici” donated property to Kloster Herdicke, with the consent of “nostrorum filiorum Theoderici domini de Volmestene ac Hinrici fratris sui”, by charter dated 1291[2612]. m ---. The source which names Heinrich’s wife has not been identified. Heinrich & his wife had one child:

i) HEINRICH von Volmestein . “Everhardus de Volmenstene Monasteriensis ecclesie canonicus” renounced rights in property “in Broke”, sold by “Henricus de Volmunstene miles frater noster et Henricus filius suus...et Th. de Volmunstene fratris nostri”, by charter dated 16 Oct 1283[2613].

j) [MECHTILD (-after 14 Apr 1261). “Wernherus miles de Brakele” renounced certain property in a dispute with Kloster Hardehausen, with the consent of “uxore mea Methtilde et filio meo Bernhardo [...qui nunc puer est] et duabus filiabus meis Elisabeth et Regelinde”, by charter dated 1252[2614]. The relationship between the wife of Werner von Brakel and the Volmestein family is suggested by the charter dated 1290 under which [her son] “Bernhardus de Brakel miles” donated property to Kloster Cappenberg for the sake of “avunculi Eberhardi nostri de Volmestene”[2615], assuming that “avunculus” in this document can be interpreted in its strict sense of maternal uncle. “Wernherus de Bracle miles...cum uxore nostra Mechildi et filio nostro Bernhardo et filia nostra Reilindi” renounced rights over certain property in favour of Kloster Marienmünster by charter dated 14 Apr 1261[2616]. m WERNER von Brakel, son of HERMANN von Brakel & his wife --- (-after 14 Apr 1261).]

2. EBERHARD von Volmestein (-after Jul 1244). Engelbert Archbishop of Köln confirmed “decimam super curtim fratrum Capenbergensium in Mengede” to “Heinricus de Volmuntsteine”, and his donation made with the consent of “fratris sui Everhardi”, by charter dated [22 Jul] 1218, witnessed by “...Everhardus frater Heinrici de Volmuntsteine...”[2617]. “Henricus de Volmestien...et uxor nostra” donated property “prope Milinchuyssen” to “sorori nostre domine Hattewigi abbatisse in Hereke” by charter dated 1235, witnessed by “dominus Everhardus frater noster, cognatus noster Theodericus sacerdos...”[2618]. “Gozwinus de Volmuntsteine custos” and “Everardus de Volmunsteine” and others confirmed property of Köln cathedral by charter dated 28 Feb 1235[2619]. “Gozwinus canonicus et custos Coloniensis, Henricus et Evirardus fratres de Volmertsteine” donated property “in Milinchusin” to Gevelsberg church by charter dated Apr 1235[2620]. “...Gozwinus canonicus de Herreke, dominus Everhardus de Volmutstein et frater suus Gozscalcus miles...” witnessed the charter dated 2 Jul 1236 under which “Bernardus de Strunkede” confirmed property donated to Hedwig Abbess of Herdecke, with the consent of “domini Henrici de Volmunstene nostri infeodatoris”[2621]. “Hathewigis...abbatissa...sancte Marie in Hirrike” sold property “infra parrochiam Widenbruggensem” to the bishop of Osnabrück by charter dated Jul 1244, witnessed by “Everhardo fratre nostro de Volmutstene...”[2622].

3. GOSWIN (-[after Jul 1244]). Engelbert Archbishop of Köln confirmed properties “in Heinrikinc” to “Heinricus de Volmotstene” by charter dated 13 Dec 1219, witnessed by “...Gotzvinus frater dicti Heinrici de Volmotstene...”[2623]. “Gozwinus de Volmuntsteine custos” and “Everardus de Volmunsteine” and others confirmed property of Köln cathedral by charter dated 28 Feb 1235[2624]. “Gozwinus canonicus et custos Coloniensis, Henricus et Evirardus fratres de Volmertsteine” donated property “in Milinchusin” to Gevelsberg church by charter dated Apr 1235[2625]. [“Hathewigis...abbatissa...sancte Marie in Hirrike” sold property “infra parrochiam Widenbruggensem” to the bishop of Osnabrück by charter dated Jul 1244, witnessed by “Everhardo fratre nostro de Volmutstene, Gozzwino canonico ecclesie nostre...”[2626].]

4. GOTTSCHALK (-after 2 Jul 1236). “...Gozwinus canonicus de Herreke, dominus Everhardus de Volmutstein et frater suus Gozscalcus miles...” witnessed the charter dated 2 Jul 1236 under which “Bernardus de Strunkede” confirmed property donated to Hedwig Abbess of Herdecke, with the consent of “domini Henrici de Volmunstene nostri infeodatoris”[2627].

5. HEDWIG (-after Jul 1244). Abbess of Herdecke. “Henricus de Volmestien...et uxor nostra” donated property “prope Milinchuyssen” to “sorori nostre domine Hattewigi abbatisse in Hereke” by charter dated 1235, witnessed by “dominus Everhardus frater noster, cognatus noster Theodericus sacerdos...”[2628]. “Hathewigis...abbatissa...sancte Marie in Hirrike” sold property “infra parrochiam Widenbruggensem” to the bishop of Osnabrück by charter dated Jul 1244, witnessed by “Everhardo fratre nostro de Volmutstene, Gozzwino canonico ecclesie nostre...”[2629].

Chapter 8. GRAFEN von der MARK

The county of Mark was located east of the county of Berg, west of the territories of the duchy of Westfalen, and north of the county of Nassau, with part of its territory located north of the river Ruhr. As noted below, the castle of Mark was held by Rabodo (maybe Rabodo von Rudenberg) in 1170. It was confirmed as a fiefdom of the archbishop of Köln in 1184. The process by which Mark was transferred to the family of the Grafen von Altena has not been ascertained. One possibility is that, after Rabodo died childless, the archbishop of Köln granted Mark to Friedrich Graf von Altena who passed it to his son Adolf (see below). Another possibility is that Adolf inherited Mark through his mother Alveradis, whose family origin has not been confirmed.

1. RABODO von der Mark, son of --- (-after 7 Mar 1184). “...Conradus de Rudenberg, Rabodo de Marcha...” witnessed the charter dated 1170 under which Philipp Archbishop of Köln founded Kloster Bredelar held by “castellanus Godescalcus de Padberg”[2630]. It is not certain that the second witness was Rabodo von Rudenberg, but the contiguity of his name with Konrad von Rudenberg suggests that this might be correct. “...Rabodo van ther Marka...” witnessed the charter dated 1174 under which Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed the foundation of Kloster Oelinghausen by “Sigenandus...”[2631]. Pope Lucius III confirmed the possessions of Köln Cathedral, including “castrum Marcha cum toto allodio Rabodonis”, by charter dated 7 Mar 1184[2632]. same person as...? RABODO von Rudenberg (-after 1166). “...Rabodo et Conradus de Ruthenberg...” witnessed the charter dated 1165 under which Reinald Archbishop of Köln confirmed agricultural land in “Gelmene”[2633]. “...Conradus et Rabodo de Ruthenberg...” witnessed the charter dated 1166 under which Reinald Archbishop of Köln confirmed having bought land “Broil...iuxta Burgelon”[2634].

ADOLF von Altena, son of FRIEDRICH Graf von Altena & his wife Alveradis --- (-28 Jun 1249). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records that “Adulphus comes de Altena filius Frederici comitis” succeeded his father[2635]. Graf von Altena: Adolf Archbishop of Köln, with the consent of “fratris mei comitis Arnoldi”, noted that "frater meus beate memorie comes Fridericus" sold "curtim suam Lohusen" to the monks of Cappenberg, by charter dated 1199, witnessed by “Adolphus comes de Altena, Fridericus frater eius...”[2636]. Graf von der Mark: “...Arnoldus et Everhardus filius eius comites de Althena, Adolfus puer comes de Marke...” witnessed the charter dated 1202 under which Adolf Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster Scheda[2637]. “Adolphus...comes de Altena” confirmed a donation to Kloster Cappenberg made by “Adelheidis ixor Wirici defuncti ministerialis noster”, for the soul of “patris nostri Friderici comitis de Altena, qui ibidem sepultus...”, noting that “ego et mater mea Alveradis et uxor mea Luthgardis” placed “domum in Langeren” on the altar, by charter dated 7 Apr 1210[2638]. “Adolfus comes in Marca et filius eius Everhardus...” witnessed the charter dated [3 Oct] 1233 under which Heinrich Archbishop of Köln donated “decimam...in Bilemerke” to Kloster Fröndenberg[2639]. “Adolphus comes de Marcha...cum...filiis nostris Ottone, Engelberto nec non Gerardo” sold property “hac parte Reni que nobis hereditario iure a domino de Crikenbeke attinebant”, for “Mechtildem et filiam eius relictam pie memorie domini Everardi quondam...filii nostri”, by charter dated 3 Mar 1243[2640]. Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records the death “in vigilia sanctorum Petri et Pauli” 1249 of “comes de Marka Adulphus”[2641]. [The necrology of Köln Cathedral records the death “IV Kal Mai” of “Adolfus comes de Marka et Lucardis uxor eius”[2642].]

m firstly LUTGARDIS, daughter of --- (-after 7 Apr 1210). “Adolphus...comes de Altena” confirmed a donation to Kloster Cappenberg made by “Adelheidis ixor Wirici defuncti ministerialis noster”, for the soul of “patris nostri Friderici comitis de Altena, qui ibidem sepultus...”, noting that “ego et mater mea Alveradis et uxor mea Luthgardis” placed “domum in Langeren” on the altar, by charter dated 7 Apr 1210[2643]. The necrology of Köln Cathedral records the death “IV Kal Mai” of “Adolfus comes de Marka et Lucardis uxor eius”[2644]. This entry could refer to Adolf Graf von Altena and his wife, although the date of death is inconsistent with that recorded by Levoldus. If that is correct, Lutgardis was probably his first wife.]

m secondly (after 1210) IRMGARD van Gelre, daughter of OTTO [I] Graaf van Gelre & his wife Richardis of Bavaria (-after 1230). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records that “comes Adulphus” married “sorore comitis Gelrie”[2645]. “Otto...comes in Dale” donated “domum in Eklo” to Kloster Flasheim, with the consent of “Richarde uxore nostra et eius matre comitissa de Altena domina Ermigarde”, by charter dated 1225[2646].

Adolf & his second wife had five children:

1. EBERHARD (-killed in a tournament Neuss [May] 1241). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka names “Everhardum, Engelbertum, Gerardum et Ottonem” as the sons of “comes Adulphus” and his wife “sorore comitis Gelrie”, specifying that “Everhardus...maior natu” died “in torneamento apud Nussiam”[2647]. “Adolfus comes in Marca et filius eius Everhardus...” witnessed the charter dated [3 Oct] 1233 under which Heinrich Archbishop of Köln donated “decimam...in Bilemerke” to Kloster Fröndenberg[2648]. The Chronicle of Alberic de Trois-Fontaines records in 1241 "super Renum apud Nuciam sub Colonia...torneamentum poste pentecostem" where 60 (unnamed) knights were killed[2649]. m MATHILDE, daughter of --- (-after 3 Mar 1243). “Adolphus comes de Marcha...cum...filiis nostris Ottone, Engelberto nec non Gerardo” sold property “hac parte Reni que nobis hereditario iure a domino de Crikenbeke attinebant”, for “Mechtildem et filiam eius relictam pie memorie domini Everardi quondam...filii nostri”, by charter dated 3 Mar 1243[2650]. Eberhard & his wife had one child:

a) daughter (-after 3 Mar 1243). “Adolphus comes de Marcha...cum...filiis nostris Ottone, Engelberto nec non Gerardo” sold property “hac parte Reni que nobis hereditario iure a domino de Crikenbeke attinebant”, for “Mechtildem et filiam eius relictam pie memorie domini Everardi quondam...filii nostri”, by charter dated 3 Mar 1243[2651].

2. OTTO (-14 Aug 1262). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka names “Everhardum, Engelbertum, Gerardum et Ottonem” as the sons of “comes Adulphus” and his wife “sorore comitis Gelrie”[2652]. “Adolphus comes de Marcha...cum...filiis nostris Ottone, Engelberto nec non Gerardo” sold property “hac parte Reni que nobis hereditario iure a domino de Crikenbeke attinebant”, for “Mechtildem et filiam eius relictam pie memorie domini Everardi quondam...filii nostri”, by charter dated 3 Mar 1243[2653]. Graf von Altena und Blankenstein: Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records that, after the death of their father, Engelbert inherited the county and “Otto eius frater senior qui hactenus clericatui inherebat” was appointed “canonicus maioris ecclesie Leodiensis et prepositus ecclesie sancte Marie Traiectensis”, but that Otto claimed “porcionem hereditatis paterne” from his brother, that the dispute was referred to the arbitration of “Adulpho comite de Waldecke” who awarded “duo castra...Altena et Blankensteine” to Otto[2654]. "Ottho comes de Althena" confirmed a loan from the archbishop of Köln to "pater noster bone memorie quondam comes de Marcha" by charter dated 13 Aug 1249[2655]. Engelbert Graf von der Mark names "fratrem nostrum Ottonem comitem de Althena…uxore nostra Kunegundi" in a charter dated 1250[2656]. “Engelbertus comes de Marca” donated “ecclesiam in Marca cum filia sua in Hammona” to Kloster Cappenberg, with the consent of “fratrum nostrorum comitis de Altena Ottonis et Gerhardi prepositi sancte marie in Traiecto Superiori”, by charter dated 6 Jun 1254[2657]. "Otto de Altena et Engilbertus de Marcha, fratres comites" agreed an exchange with Berta Abbess of Essen by charter dated 23 Oct 1261[2658]. Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records the death “in vigilia assumpcionis beate Marie” 1262 of Otto Graf von Altena[2659]. m as her second husband, IRMGARD von Holte, widow of RUDOLF von Meinhövel, daughter of ---. Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records that Otto Graf von Altena married “viduam domini Rodolphi de Menhovele militis, Ermengardem nomine de Holte” but died childless[2660].

3. ENGELBERT (-Bredevoort 16 Nov 1277, bur Cappenberg). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka names “Everhardum, Engelbertum, Gerardum et Ottonem” as the sons of “comes Adulphus” and his wife “sorore comitis Gelrie”, adding in a later passage that Engelbert succeeded his father[2661]. Engelbert Graf von der Mark, son of Adolf, names "fratrem nostrum Ottonem comitem de Althena…uxore nostra Kunegundi" in a charter dated 1250[2662]. Graf von der Mark.

- see below.

4. GERHARD (-1272). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka names “Everhardum, Engelbertum, Gerardum et Ottonem” as the sons of “comes Adulphus” and his wife “sorore comitis Gelrie”, specifying that Gerhard was appointed “in episcopum Monasteriensem”[2663]. “Adolphus comes de Marcha...cum...filiis nostris Ottone, Engelberto nec non Gerardo” sold property “hac parte Reni que nobis hereditario iure a domino de Crikenbeke attinebant”, for “Mechtildem et filiam eius relictam pie memorie domini Everardi quondam...filii nostri”, by charter dated 3 Mar 1243[2664]. “Engelbertus comes de Marca” donated “ecclesiam in Marca cum filia sua in Hammona” to Kloster Cappenberg, with the consent of “fratrum nostrorum comitis de Altena Ottonis et Gerhardi prepositi sancte marie in Traiecto Superiori”, by charter dated 6 Jun 1254[2665]. Bishop of Münster 1261. “Gerhardus...maior prepositus idemque postulatus in episcopum Monasteriensis ecclesie” confirmed actions by his predecessor by charter dated 21 Jun 1261[2666].

5. RICHARDA (-after 1270). “Otto comes de Dale...mater eius comitissa Regenwiz et uxor eius Richardis comitissa” exchanged property with Kloster Cappenberg by charter dated 1217, witnessed by “Adolphus comes de Altena...”[2667]. “Otto...comes in Dale” donated “domum in Eklo” to Kloster Flasheim, with the consent of “Richarde uxore nostra et eius matre comitissa de Altena domina Ermigarde”, by charter dated 1225[2668]. “Otto...comes de Dale” donated “predium in Renenlo” to Kloster Egidius, Münster, with the consent of “uxore mea Richarde cometissa et filio meo Heinrico”, by charter dated 1228[2669]. After her husband's death, she became Abbess of Fröndenberg. “Otto in Althena et Engelbertus in Marcha comites et fratres” confirmed “proprietatem curtis...Horst...iuxta Kamine” to Kloster Fröndenberg, at the request of “sororis nostre R abbatisse”, by charter dated 13 Sep 1257[2670]. m ([before 1224]) OTTO [I] Graf von Dale, son of HEINRICH [I] Graf von Dale & his wife Regenwiza von Diepenhain (-bur 15 Sep 1232).

ENGELBERT von der Mark, son of ADOLF Graf von der Mark [Altena] & his second wife Irmgard van Gelre (-Bredevoort 16 Nov 1277, bur Cappenberg). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka names “Everhardum, Engelbertum, Gerardum et Ottonem” as the sons of “comes Adulphus” and his wife “sorore comitis Gelrie”, adding in a later passage that Engelbert succeeded his father[2671]. “Adolphus comes de Marcha...cum...filiis nostris Ottone, Engelberto nec non Gerardo” sold property “hac parte Reni que nobis hereditario iure a domino de Crikenbeke attinebant”, for “Mechtildem et filiam eius relictam pie memorie domini Everardi quondam...filii nostri”, by charter dated 3 Mar 1243[2672]. Graf von der Mark. Engelbert Graf von der Mark, son of Adolf, names "fratrem nostrum Ottonem comitem de Althena…uxore nostra Kunegundi" in a charter dated 1250[2673]. “Engelbertus comes de Marca” donated “ecclesiam in Marca cum filia sua in Hammona” to Kloster Cappenberg, with the consent of “fratrum nostrorum comitis de Altena Ottonis et Gerhardi prepositi sancte marie in Traiecto Superiori”, by charter dated 6 Jun 1254[2674]. "Godefridus comes de Arnesberg cum uxore nostra Alheydi et…Engelbertus comes de Marcha cum uxore nostra Cunegundi" donated "patronatus ecclesie de Lussenich" to the Teutonic Knights, for the soul of "quondam comitis Henrici Seynensis", by charter dated Jul 1258[2675]. "Otto de Altena et Engilbertus de Marcha, fratres comites" agreed an exchange with Berta Abbess of Essen by charter dated 23 Oct 1261[2676]. Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records that Engelbert was “manburnus [regent?] comitatus de Tekeneborch” after the death of “uxore sua prima Cunegunde” and was proposed for “sede Osnaburgensis ecclesie vacante, in episcopum”[2677]. “Engelbertus comes de Marka” sold property to “Adolphi comitis de Monte”, with the consent of “nostrorum heredum Everhardi nostri filii, Sophie, Agnetis et Richardis”, by charter dated 15 Nov 1265[2678]. “Engelbertus...comes in Marcha” donated “domum in Thudinchusen” to Kloster Cappenberg, with the consent of “domine Elizabet comitisse uxoris nostre et filiorum nostrorum Everhardi et Gerhardi”, by charter dated 1270[2679]. "…Engelbertus de Marka, Godefridus [error for Eberhardus] filius eius…" were among those who declared war against Sifrid Archbishop of Köln by charter dated 8 Apr 1277[2680]. Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records the death “circa festum omnium sanctorum” 1277 of “comes Engelbertus...in captivitate”, recording in a later passage that his son Eberhard recovered his father’s body from “castrum Bredenvort” the following year and buried it “in Cappenberch”[2681].

m firstly (before 1250) KUNIGUNDE, daughter of --- (-before 1265). Engelbert Graf von der Mark names "fratrem nostrum Ottonem comitem de Althena…uxore nostra Kunegundi" in a charter dated 1250[2682]. There is some doubt about the family origin of Kunigunde. Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records that Engelbert was “manburnus [regent?] comitatus de Tekeneborch” after the death of “uxore sua prima Cunegunde”[2683], which suggests that she was related to the Grafen von Tecklenburg. However, under a charter dated Jul 1258, "Godefridus comes de Arnesberg cum uxore nostra Alheydi et…Engelbertus comes de Marcha cum uxore nostra Cunegundi" donated "patronatus ecclesie de Lussenich" to the Teutonic Knights, for the soul of "quondam comitis Henrici Seynensis"[2684]. This latter documents suggests that she was a joint heiress of Heinrich Graf von Sayn, maybe Kunigunde, daughter of Heinrich Graf von Bliescastel & his wife Agnes von Sayn. This parentage is also indicated by the charter dated 2 Sep 1263 under which “Godefridus comes de Arnesberg” agreed an alliance with Engelbert Archbishop of Köln, except respecting his obligations towards “domino Simone Paderbornensis ecclesie episcopo, domino Engelberto comite de Marcha consanguineo meo, genero meo domino Bernhardo seniore de Lippia et Bernardo nato ipsius dominis...genero meo domino Henrico comite de Waltegge et viro nobili Ottone de Ravensberg”[2685]: no other family relationship has been identified between Engelbert [I] Graf von der Mark and Gottfried [III] Graf von Arnsberg, although it is unusual for a relative by marriage to be described as “consanguineus”.

m secondly ([1264/65]) ELISABETH van Valkenburg, daughter of DIRK [II] Heer van Valkenburg & his first wife Bertha van Limburg. Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records that Engelbert Graf von der Mark married secondly “Elisabeth neptis domini archiepiscopi filia domini de Valkenborch” as part of the peace settlement of the war with Engelbert van Valkenburg Archbishop of Köln[2686]. “Engelbertus...comes in Marcha” donated “domum in Thudinchusen” to Kloster Cappenberg, with the consent of “domine Elizabet comitisse uxoris nostre et filiorum nostrorum Everhardi et Gerhardi”, by charter dated 1270[2687].

Engelbert & his first wife had four children:

1. EBERHARD [I] (-4 Jul 1308, bur Fröndensberg). “Engelbertus comes de Marka” sold property to “Adolphi comitis de Monte”, with the consent of “nostrorum heredum Everhardi nostri filii, Sophie, Agnetis et Richardis”, by charter dated 15 Nov 1265[2688]. “Engelbertus...comes in Marcha” donated “domum in Thudinchusen” to Kloster Cappenberg, with the consent of “domine Elizabet comitisse uxoris nostre et filiorum nostrorum Everhardi et Gerhardi”, by charter dated 1270[2689]. He is named "Engelbertus comes de Marka…Everardo filio et heredi" in his marriage contract dated 28 Jan 1273[2690]. "…Engelbertus de Marka, Godefridus [error for Eberhardus] filius eius…" were among those who declared war against Sifrid Archbishop of Köln by charter dated 8 Apr 1277[2691]. Graf von der Mark. Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records that “Everhardus filius eius...ex uxore sua prima Cunigonde” succeeded on the death of “Engleberto”[2692]. "Everhardus comes de Marka, Engelbertus miles eius primogenitus, Adolfus, Cunradus, Margareta, Yrmengardis, Katerina, Kunegundis, liberi et heredes eiusdem comitis" renounced their rights to part of the county of Berg, in favour of "Wilhelmo comite de Monte", by charter dated 20 May 1298, which names "domina Margareta mater dicti comitis" (referring to Graf Wilhelm)[2693]. “Everhardis comes de Marka” exchanged property with “Wilhelmus de Ardey vir nobilis noster consanguineus” by charter dated 28 Dec 1300, witnessed by “Engelbertus noster primogenitus dominus in Arbergh...”[2694]. Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records the death “in die beati Odelrici” 1308 of “comes de Marka Everhardus”, his burial “in Vriendenberch”, and the succession of “filius eius Engelbertus”[2695]. m firstly (contract 28 Jan 1273) IRMGARD von Berg, daughter of ADOLF IV Graf von Berg & his wife Margareta von Hochstaden (-22 Mar 1294, bur Fröndenberg). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records that Eberhard married “Ermegardis filia Adulphi comitis de Monte”[2696]. The marriage contract of "Engelbertus comes de Marka…Everardo filio et heredi" and "Irmengardis soror…Adolphi comitis de Monte" is dated 28 Jan 1273[2697]. Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records the birth “circa festum purificacionis” 1293 (presumably O.S.) of “comiti Everhardo duo gemelli Conradus et Cunegundis” and the death of “mater Ermegardis comitissa debilitata et infirmata feria tercia ante festum pasche” and her burial “in vigilia pasche in Vrendeberch”[2698]. m secondly (after Mar 1294) ---. This second marriage is indicated because Graf Eberhard called his youngest son Engelbert, the same name already given to his oldest son. Examples of giving the same name to two sons born to the same parents can be found in many German medieval families (in the Lower Rhine region the Kleve family provides a good example with the name Dietrich), but the practice has not otherwise been observed in the Mark family. The suggestion is therefore that the two sons were born from different marriages. In addition, the chronology of the younger Engelbert’s life suggests that he was considerably younger than his siblings and therefore probably born late in his father’s life. Assuming that this second marriage is correct, the name of Eberhard’s second wife is not recorded in contemporary primary sources. Eberhard’s second wife is named “Maria (Gfn) von Looz” in Europäische Stammtafeln without specifying any precise parentage[2699]. Chestret de Haneffe notes that Le Fort said that she was “une comtesse de Looz”, which could have been based on a genealogical table compiled by Pontus Heuterus (late 16th century) or on an epitaph recording the arms of her grandson Engelbert Seigneur de Loverval which quartered Mark with Looz[2700] (the epitaph at Liège Saint-Jacques records the burial of “Engelbert de la Marck seigneur de Loverval, Vogelsanck et Walhem, reconstructeur du chœur de l’église de Saint-Jacques” who died 8 May 1422, displaying his quarters “La Marck; Arenberg; Looz; Limbourg”[2701]). The Marquis de Trazegnies, noting that the quarters in this epitaph cannot be attributed to Engelbert Seigneur de Loverval (“Arenberg” being unexplainable in his case), concludes that the four family names were either not “quartiers de noblesse” at all, or that Engelbert’s cousin Eberhard Seigneur de Sedan (with “Arenberg” and “Looz” ancestry, see below) had participated in the foundation recorded in the epitaph and that the epitaph itself was at some point damaged and badly restored[2702]. If he is correct, the supposed Looz ancestry of Eberhard’s second wife is unproven. Eberhard [I] & his first wife had seven children:

a) ENGELBERT [II] (-18 Jul 1328, bur Fröndenberg). "Everhardus comes de Marka, Engelbertus miles eius primogenitus, Adolfus, Cunradus, Margareta, Yrmengardis, Katerina, Kunegundis, liberi et heredes eiusdem comitis" renounced their rights to part of the county of Berg, in favour of "Wilhelmo comite de Monte", by charter dated 20 May 1298[2703]. Graf von der Mark.

- see below.

b) MARGARETA (-after 4 Aug 1327). "Everhardus comes de Marka, Engelbertus miles eius primogenitus, Adolfus, Cunradus, Margareta, Yrmengardis, Katerina, Kunegundis, liberi et heredes eiusdem comitis" renounced their rights to part of the county of Berg, in favour of "Wilhelmo comite de Monte", by charter dated 20 May 1298[2704]. Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records the marriages “in sequenti festo conversionis sancti Pauli...in Hamone” in 1299 of “filii sui primogeniti Engleberti et filie sue Margarethe”[2705]. Pope John XXII granted "Margarete comitisse de Marcha relicte quondam Gerardi comitis de Katzenelnbegen" the right to choose her own confessor, dated 4 Aug 1327[2706]. m (Hamm 25 Jan 1299) GERHARD Graf von Katzenelnbogen, son of EBERHARD Graf von Katzenelnbogen & his first wife Elisabeth von Eppstein (-[19 Sep 1311/10 Aug 1312]).

c) ADOLF (Aug 1288-Clermont-lez-Nandrin near Huy 3 Nov 1344, bur Liège St Lambert). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records the birth in Aug 1288 of “comiti...filius Adulphus...Leodiensis ecclesie futurus episcopus”[2707]. "Everhardus comes de Marka, Engelbertus miles eius primogenitus, Adolfus, Cunradus, Margareta, Yrmengardis, Katerina, Kunegundis, liberi et heredes eiusdem comitis" renounced their rights to part of the county of Berg, in favour of "Wilhelmo comite de Monte", by charter dated 20 May 1298[2708]. Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records that “Adulphus filius...comitis Everhardi” became “preposituram ecclesie sancti Martini Wormaciensis” in 1299[2709]. Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records the appointment “ante festum omnium sanctorum” 1311 of “Adolphus de Marka” as “canonicus Coloniensis”, but the transfer of “Adulphus de Marka predictus prepositus sancti Martini Wormaciensis ad studium Aurelianense”[2710]. Bishop of Liège 1313. Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records the death 3 Nov 1344 “in Cleremont” of “dominus Adulphus episcopus” and his burial “in ecclesia Leodiensi”[2711].

d) IRMGARD ([before 1291]-[after 1318]). "Everhardus comes de Marka, Engelbertus miles eius primogenitus, Adolfus, Cunradus, Margareta, Yrmengardis, Katerina, Kunegundis, liberi et heredes eiusdem comitis" renounced their rights to part of the county of Berg, in favour of "Wilhelmo comite de Monte", by charter dated 20 May 1298[2712].

e) KATHERINA ([1291/93]-after 1314). "Everhardus comes de Marka, Engelbertus miles eius primogenitus, Adolfus, Cunradus, Margareta, Yrmengardis, Katerina, Kunegundis, liberi et heredes eiusdem comitis" renounced their rights to part of the county of Berg, in favour of "Wilhelmo comite de Monte", by charter dated 20 May 1298[2713]. Abbess of Fröndenberg 1314.

f) KONRAD ([2 Feb] 1294-14 Mar 1353). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records the birth “circa festum purificacionis” 1293 (presumably O.S.) of “comiti Everhardo duo gemelli Conradus et Cunegundis” and the death of “mater Ermegardis comitissa debilitata et infirmata feria tercia ante festum pasche”[2714]. "Everhardus comes de Marka, Engelbertus miles eius primogenitus, Adolfus, Cunradus, Margareta, Yrmengardis, Katerina, Kunegundis, liberi et heredes eiusdem comitis" renounced their rights to part of the county of Berg, in favour of "Wilhelmo comite de Monte", by charter dated 20 May 1298[2715]. m (1326, Papal dispensation 19 Jan 1330) as her second husband, ELISABETH von Kleve, widow of WILLEM van Brederode, daughter of DIETRICH LUF von Kleve & his second wife Lisa von Virneburg ([1290/95]-after 1363). “Heer Dirck, Heere van Brederode” and “Vrouwen Elsebeen, Heeren Willems wyfe was van Bredroede” agreed the dower of the latter by charter dated 26 Dec 1316[2716]. Pope John XXII granted dispensation for the marriage between "nobili viri Conradi de Marka militis" and “nobilis mulieris Elizabet de Brederode Colon. dioc.” despite their 4° consanguinity, dated 13 Jan 1330[2717]. Pope Benedict XII permitted "nobilis vir Conradus de Marka dominus de Huerde" and “nobilis mulier Elizabeth de Clivo eius uxor” to found “monasterium monialium ordinis S. Clare in dicto opido de Huerde”, dated 26 Feb 1339[2718].

g) KUNIGUNDE ([2 Feb] 1294-after 5 Mar [1347]). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records the birth “circa festum purificacionis” 1293 (presumably O.S.) of “comiti Everhardo duo gemelli Conradus et Cunegundis” and the death of “mater Ermegardis comitissa debilitata et infirmata feria tercia ante festum pasche”[2719]. "Everhardus comes de Marka, Engelbertus miles eius primogenitus, Adolfus, Cunradus, Margareta, Yrmengardis, Katerina, Kunegundis, liberi et heredes eiusdem comitis" renounced their rights to part of the county of Berg, in favour of "Wilhelmo comite de Monte", by charter dated 20 May 1298[2720]. The parentage and marriage of Dietrich’s wife are confirmed by the Chronicle of Jean de Hocsem which records the death in 1342 of [her son] “Godefridus unigenitus domini de Heinsberge adolescens ex sorore nostri episcopi [=Adolf von der Mark Bishop of Liège]”[2721]. She was named in the following document: "Theodericus Comes de Los et Chynei Dominus de Heynsbergh et de Blakinberg" granted "curtem...in...villa Scharpenseyle" to “Theoderico nostro filio naturali”, with the consent of “Dominæ Cunegundis nostræ præamatæ conthoralis”, by charter dated 31 Aug 1344[2722]. "Diderich greue van Loen ind van Chyney, herre van Heymsbergh ind van Blankenberg" donated property to the archbishop of Köln by charter dated 5 Mar 1346 (O.S.?), sealed by “vrauwen Konegunde unser...huysvrauwen”[2723]. m (before 1320) DIETRICH von Heinsberg Comte de Looz et de Chiny, son of GOTTFRIED Herr von Heinsberg und Blankenburg & his wife Mathilde de Looz (-after 1361).

Eberhard [I] & his second wife had [three] children:

h) ENGELBERT (-after 7 Aug 1362). Jacques de Hemricourt names “Englebiert delle Marche saingnor de Lovirvaz et oncle delle evesque Englebert” when recording his second marriage[2724]. He was named as brother of Adolf Bishop of Liège in a source dated 6 Sep 1329[2725]. “Watier de Juppeleu mambourg de Wéry de Walcourt fils de Wéry” donated “en cens à Engelbert de la Marche et à Ermesinde son épouse la terre et seigneurie de Walcourt” until “le dit Wéry” reached 16 years of age by charter dated 5 Feb 1341 (maybe O.S.)[2726]. “Engelbers delle Marke oncle de l’évêque...” subscribed the charter dated 9 Apr 1352 under which “Engelbers de la Marck évêque de Liège” confirmed the testament of “Eustasses de Cantemerles...”[2727]. Seigneur de Loverval (in Hainaut). “Englebiers de la Marche sires de Lovierval chevaliers” donated revenue from property bought from “Thiebaus Boles” to Malonne abbey, for the souls of “luy et de me dame Isabeaul de Hamalle se...espeuse”, by charter dated 7 Aug 1362[2728]. m firstly (Papal dispensations 9 Dec 1332, and 19 Nov 1343) as her second husband, ERMESENDE de Walcourt, widow of LOUIS de Looz Seigneur de Chauvency-le-Château, daughter of THIERRY [IV] Seigneur de Walcourt & his wife Mechtild von Blankenheim. Thierry d’Orjo records her first marriage[2729]. Pope John XXII issued a dispensation for the marriage between “nobili viro Engelberto de Marka milite Leod. dioc” and “nobili muliere Ermesinde de Chaveremo [transcription error]”, specifying that they had not known of the 4° consanguinity between them when they married, dated 9 Dec 1332[2730]. Bearing in mind the similar wording of the 19 Nov 1343 dispensation quoted below, the two dispensations undoubtedly refer to the same parties. “Watier de Juppeleu mambourg de Wéry de Walcourt fils de Wéry” donated “en cens à Engelbert de la Marche et à Ermesinde son épouse la terre et seigneurie de Walcourt” until “le dit Wéry” reached 16 years of age by charter dated 5 Feb 1341 (maybe O.S.)[2731]. Pope Clement VI issued a dispensation for the marriage between “miles Engelbertus natus comitis de Marka frater episcopi Leod.” and “Ermessendis de Wallecuria mulier Colon. et Leod. dioc.”, specifying that they had not known of the 4° consanguinity between them when they married, dated 19 Nov 1343[2732]. m secondly as her first husband, ISABELLE de Hamal, daughter of JEAN de Hamal & his wife --- (-after 1370). Heiress of Vogelsanck, Houthalem and Zolder. Jacques de Hemricourt records that “[la] filhe do...saingnor de Hamale” married firstly “Englebiert delle Marche saingnor de Lovirvaz et oncle delle evesque Englebert”, and secondly, as his second wife, “Renars sires de Schoenvorst“[2733]. In a later passage, Hemricourt records that Engelbert’s daughter, after “Mons, Gerar de Bastoigne chevalier” died, “cest meisme Dame apres se remariée dois fois”: secondly “Monss. Waltier de Binkehem” and thirdly “alle Viez. Saing. de Schoenevorst”, adding that she remained “nus hoirs” and was “maintenant...recluze a Colongne”, while another passage clarifies that “Mons. Watier de Binkehem...de lignage d’Awans...son Escuwier et de son hosteit” abducted “le Dame de Lovirvaz quy avoit esteit femme a Mons. Englebiert delle Marche et...filhe de mons. Iohan le bon Saignor de Hamale engenrée en la sereur de Saing”, and that “ly dis Sires de Hamale” complained of his violence to the bishop of Liège[2734]. “Englebiers de la Marche sires de Lovierval chevaliers” donated revenue from property bought from “Thiebaus Boles” to Malonne abbey, for the souls of “luy et de me dame Isabeaul de Hamalle se...espeuse”, by charter dated 7 Aug 1362[2735]. She married secondly Walter van Binckham, and thirdly ([1370]) as his second wife, Reinoud Mascherell Heer van Schoonvoorst. Engelbert & his second wife had three children:

i) ENGELBERT (-Liège 8 May 1422, bur Liège Saint-Jacques). Jacques de Hemricourt names “Engelbiers a present sires de Lovirvaz et une sereur...mariee a on...chevalier...mess. Gerart de Bastongne castelan de Drubuyt” as the children of “Englebiert delle Marche saingnor de Lovirvaz et oncle delle evesque Englebert” and his wife “[la] filhe do...saingnor de Hamale”[2736]. Heer van Vogelsanck. Seigneur de Loverval, Seigneur de Walhain, de iure uxoris. A tomb in Liège Saint-Jacques records the death “VIII Id Mai” 1422 of “miles dns Engelbertus de Marcha dns de Loviervaus, de Vogelsanck et Walhen”[2737]: an epitaph at Liège Saint-Jacques records the burial of “Engelbert de la Marck seigneur de Loverval, Vogelsanck et Walhem, reconstructeur du chœur de l’église de Saint-Jacques” who died 8 May 1422, displaying his quarters “La Marck; Arenberg; Looz; Limbourg”[2738]. The difficulty of attributing these quarters to Engelbert Seigneur de Loverval are discussed above under his paternal grandmother. m as her first husband, MARIE de Haneffe Dame de Walhain, daughter of THIERRY de Haneffe Seigneur de Seraing-le-Château et de Warfusée & his wife Marie de Looz-Agimont (-before 1 Sep 1459). Jacques de Hemricourt names “madame Marie femme a Mons. Englebert delle Marche saingnor de Lovirva, quy de part...sa dite femme est saingnor de Walhain” as the younger daughter of “Thiris quy puis fut sires de Seraing et de Warfesees” and his wife, who was childless[2739]. She married secondly Jan van Woude. Under letters patent dated 1 Sep 1459 “messire Antoine de Glimes seigneur de Walhain et de Melin” promised to make payments from “une rente héréditaire créée en sa faveur par Jean Van Wouve et dame Marie de Serain conjointe décédés sur leur seigneurie de Walhain” to “Guillaume Brant van Asia...”[2740].

ii) JOHANN (-before 16 May 1387). Jacques de Hemricourt names “mess. Englebiert sires de Lovirvaz et Iohan...escuwier et morit jovenes sains hoirs” as the two sons of “mos. Englebiert” and his wife[2741].

iii) ELISABETH (-before 16 Dec 1420). Jacques de Hemricourt names “Engelbiers a present sires de Lovirvaz et une sereur...mariee a on...chevalier...mess. Gerart de Bastongne castelan de Drubuyt” as the children of “Englebiert delle Marche saingnor de Lovirvaz et oncle delle evesque Englebert” and his wife “[la] filhe do...saingnor de Hamale”, adding in a later passage that after “Mons, Gerar de Bastoigne chevalier” died “cest meisme Dame apres se remariée dois fois”: secondly “Monss. Waltier de Binkehem” and thirdly “alle Viez. Saing. de Schoenevorst”, adding that she remained “nus hoirs” and was “maintenant...recluze a Colongne”, while another passage clarifies that “Mons. Watier de Binkehem...de lignage d’Awans...son Escuwier et de son hosteit” abducted “le Dame de Lovirvaz quy avoit esteit femme a Mons. Englebiert delle Marche et...filhe de mons. Iohan le bon Saignor de Hamale engenrée en la sereur de Saing”, and that “ly dis Sires de Hamale” complained of his violence to the bishop of Liège[2742]. m as his first wife, GERARD de Bastogne Châtelain de Durbuy, son of HENRI de Bastogne & his wife --- de Harzé [Clermont-Walcourt][2743] (-[1429]).

i) [JOHANNA (-after 1358). Her parentage and marriage are indicated by Jacques de Hemricourt who records the marriage of [her daughter] “[la] filhe de saingnor de Wilhedenbergh quy astoit cuzine germaine al dit Evesque [Engelbert von der Mark Bishop of Liège] et al Conte delle Marche”[2744]. The chronology of her husband’s life suggests that Johanna, if she was the daughter of Eberhard [I] Graf von der Mark, must have been born from her father’s second marriage. “Jenette Frauwe zu Wildebnerg, wydewe wilne Philipps Herren zu Wildenberg” acknowledged Stift Trier’s rights over property “by Trys” by charter dated 15 Apr 1358[2745]. m PHILIPP [II] Herr von Wildenberg, son of JOHANN Herr von Wildenberg & his wife Irmgard --- (-[1328/29], bur Nideggen).]

j) [RICHARDIS (-after 6 Mar 1330). According to Europäische Stammtafeln[2746], the wife of Johann [III] Herr von Reifferscheid was the daughter of Eberhard [I] Graf von der Mark and his second wife Marie de Looz. Given that Graf Eberhard’s second marriage can be dated to after Mar 1294, this suggestion appears impossible from a chronological point of view given that Richardis’s son is named in a charter dated 8 Jan 1317 in which he is described as “dominus”. He was therefore probably an adolescent at the time although he had not yet reached the age of majority. If Richardis’s correct family origin is as discussed under Reifferscheid, this Richardis daughter of Eberhard [I] never existed. m JOHANN [III] Herr von Reifferscheid, son of JOHANN [II] Herr von Reifferscheid & his wife Kunigunde --- (-before 13 Jan 1317).]

Eberhard [I] had one illegitimate child by an unknown mistress:

k) JOHANN von der Mark . Pope Clement VI granted dispensation for "Iohanni de Marka canonico et scolastico eccl. S. Iohannis Leod." to hold ecclesiastical office despite “dudum super defectu natlaim, quem pateris de quondam---comite de Marka...et quadam nobili muliere”, dated 18 Dec 1342[2747]. His parentage is confirmed by the document dated 6 Oct 1343 under which Pope Clement VI, at the request of “Iohannes rex Boemie et Adolphus episcopus Leod.”, granted "ecclesie Traiect. canonicatu" to “Iohanni de Marka regis consanguineo et episcopi germano”, despite already holding “canonicatum et prebendam ac scolastriam eccl. S. Iohannis Leod.”[2748]. Johann’s precise family relationship with Jean de Luxembourg King of Bohemia has not been ascertained.

2. SOPHIE (-1302). “Engelbertus comes de Marka” sold property to “Adolphi comitis de Monte”, with the consent of “nostrorum heredum Everhardi nostri filii, Sophie, Agnetis et Richardis”, by charter dated 15 Nov 1265[2749]. Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka names “Agnetem matrem comitis de Monte, secundam comitissam de Tekenborch, terciam comitissam de Chegenhagen” as the three daughters of “Engelbertus comes” by his first wife[2750]. "Ludewicus comes de Cigenheyn…manu Sophie uxoris nostre" granted "bona sita in Rodinbach" to "Rupertus miles dictus de Buches…et Lucardi uxori sue" by charter dated 27 Oct 1283[2751]. m (before 6 Dec 1264) LUDWIG [II] Graf von Ziegenhain, son of GOTTFRIED [IV] Graf von Ziegenhain und Nidda & his wife Liutgard von Dürn (-[17 Jan 1288/10 Mar 1294]).

3. AGNES (-9 Jun ----). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka names “Agnetem matrem comitis de Monte, secundam comitissam de Tekenborch, terciam comitissam de Chegenhagen” as the three daughters of “Engelbertus comes” by his first wife[2752]. “Engelbertus comes de Marka” sold property to “Adolphi comitis de Monte”, with the consent of “nostrorum heredum Everhardi nostri filii, Sophie, Agnetis et Richardis”, by charter dated 15 Nov 1265[2753]. m HEINRICH von Berg "von Windeck", son of ADOLF IV Graf von Berg [Limburg] & his wife Margareta von Hochstaden (-8 Mar [1290/95]).

4. RICHARDIS (-after 23 Jun 1277). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka names “Agnetem matrem comitis de Monte, secundam comitissam de Tekenborch, terciam comitissam de Chegenhagen” as the three daughters of “Engelbertus comes” by his first wife[2754]. “Engelbertus comes de Marka” sold property to “Adolphi comitis de Monte”, with the consent of “nostrorum heredum Everhardi nostri filii, Sophie, Agnetis et Richardis”, by charter dated 15 Nov 1265[2755]. "Otto…comes in Tekeneborch" donated property to Rulle convent, with the consent of "uxoris nostræ Richardis, filiorum nostrorumque Ottonis et Engelberti", by charter dated 23 Jun 1277[2756]. m (before 1277) OTTO [III] Graf von Tecklenburg, son of OTTO [II] Graf von Bentheim & his first wife Heilwig von Tecklenburg (-1285).

Engelbert [I] & his second wife had [three] children:

5. GERHARD ([1266/67]-after 23 Sep 1344). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka names “filium dominum Gerardum et uxorem domini Florencii de Maglinia, matrem quondam comitisse Gelrie” as the children of Engelbert Graf von der Mark and his second wife “Elisabeth neptis domini archiepiscopi filia domini de Valkenborch”[2757]. “Engelbertus...comes in Marcha” donated “domum in Thudinchusen” to Kloster Cappenberg, with the consent of “domine Elizabet comitisse uxoris nostre et filiorum nostrorum Everhardi et Gerhardi”, by charter dated 1270[2758]. Heer van Bicht [near Born in Limburg?], probably inherited from his mother’s Valkenburg family. The book of fiefs of Jean III Duke of Brabant records “Gerardus de Marka miles” with “bona de Byeght prope Stochem...quedam insula. Stat supra Egidium Haspegouwer apud Trajectum” and its value[2759]. Heer van Reckheim, bought from Willem [III] Heer van Bronkhorst (see the document DUTCH NOBILITY): “Gerardus de Marcka miles et Willelmus dominus de Broncorst et de Batemborgh” gave receipt to “Arnoldum comitem Lossensem” for payments received from Reckheim by charter dated 20 Apr 1317[2760]. The following document confirms that Willem [III] sold his rights in Reckheim at the same time: “Gerardus de Marcka miles” committed to “Arnoldum comitem Lossensem”, and to “Arnoldus dominus de Steyne” to whom the said town would devolve if Gerhard died childless, not to sell “villam nostram de Redekim” by charter dated 20 Apr 1317, sealed by “...Wilhemi de Bronchorst...armigerorum”[2761]. Adolf Bishop of Liège donated property to Beaurepart by charter dated 28 Jun 1335, witnessed by “...nobles hommes messire Gerard del Marcke sire de Radechem...”[2762]. He was named in a source dated 23 Sep 1344[2763]. De Hemricourt’s Patron de la temporalité records that “mesire Gerar del Marche...oncke al évesque Adulphe” was 80 years old when becoming “manbor pour le singnor de Steyne”[2764]. m as her second husband, --- de Duras, widow of --- Seigneur de Berlo, daughter of --- Seigneur de Duras [Neufchâteau/Warfusée] & his wife ---. Jacques de Hemricourt records that “mess. Gerars delle Marche chevaliers bannerez” married “alle sereur de saingnor de Duras adont vivant” who had previously married “al saingnor de Bierlouz”[2765]. Europäische Stammtafeln names her “Isabelle, widow of Gérard de Berlo, daughter of Jean Seigneur de Duras”[2766]. No primary source has been identified which confirms any of these three names, which are probably speculative. Gerhard & his wife had two children:

a) ELISABETH (-before 18 Feb 1393). Jacques de Hemricourt’s late 14th century Miroir des Nobles de Hesbaye records that “Mess. Gerars delle Marche chevaliers bannerez” and his wife “le sereur de saingnor de Duras” had two daughters “mult belles” whom he had seen many times, one of whom married “al gentyl Voweit de Colongne saingnor Dalpen” and the other “monsieur Biertran de Liers saingnor d’Emale et d’Embenes sor Gayre chevalier”, adding that the former had children “ly enfans Dalpen maintenant vivans” who had long been enemies “alle pays delle evesqueit de Liege”[2767]. Europäische Stammtafeln shows “Elisabeth” as daughter of Gerhard, and her marriage to Gumprecht von Heppendorf[2768]. Another Europäische Stammtafeln table shows “Elisabeth” as the daughter of Adolf [II] Graf von der Mark (see below), married to Gumprecht[2769]. Elisabeth is named as “nychte” of two of her Mark relations in the following charter: “Ritter Gumprecht von Alpen Vogt von Köln” [Elisabeth’s son] confirmed that “†Graf Engelbert von der Mark [most likely Engelbert [III], died 1391] und Graf Adolf von Kleve [brother of Engelbert [III] Graf von der Mark] hatten seinem Vater Vogt Gumprecht von Köln” granted “Renten in der Liemers” as dower for “seine Frau [Elisabeth] nychte Engelberts und Adolfs Mutter Gumprechts”, by charter dated 18 Feb 1393[2770]. If “nychte” in this document was used in the same broad way as the Latin “nepta” is often used, it could indicate niece, grand-daughter or a more remote cousin relationship. However, the chronology indicates the improbability that Elisabeth was the niece of the Mark/Kleve brothers: they were born in the early 1330s, and Elisabeth’s three sons were named (presumably as young adults) in their father’s 31 Jul 1378 charter quoted below. It is therefore more likely that Elisabeth was the cousin of Engelbert and Adolf, Gerhard being the most likely candidate for her father if she was related to the Mark family through the agnatic line. According to Hemricourt, as noted above, Gerhard von der Mark did have two daughters. In another passage, Hemricourt states that “le Noble Voué de Cologne, Seigneur d’Alphen” married “N. fille deuxième de Gerard de la Marck” (named “Jolente chanoinesse de Mons” in a footnote)[2771]. As noted in Europäische Stammtafeln, members of the Heppendorf family were also Herren von Alpen and Erbvögte von Köln[2772]. "Arnold herre zo Blanckenheim" sold his share in "Helpesteyn, zo Hoesteiden, zo Grymmelickusen und zo Danne" to “heren Gumprechte vayde zo Colne und herre zo Alpheim ind Elyzabet syme...wyue” by charter dated 24 Oct 1369, sealed by “heren Engelbrecht den greuen van der Marke”[2773]. m GUMPRECHT von Heppendorf Herr zu Alpen, Erbvogt von Köln, son of RUTGER Erbvogt von Köln & his wife Alveradis --- (-after 1 Sep 1381).

b) --- . Jacques de Hemricourt’s late 14th century Miroir des Nobles de Hesbaye records that “Mess. Gerars delle Marche chevaliers bannerez” and his wife “le sereur de saingnor de Duras” had two daughters “mult belles” whom he had seen many times, one of whom married “al gentyl Voweit de Colongne saingnor Dalpen” and the other “monsieur Biertran de Liers saingnor d’Emale et d’Embenes sor Gayre chevalier”, adding that the latter had presently four children “Biertrain sires d’Emale quy n’at nul hoir, Gerars quy est rendus en lordenne delle Tyexhe maison en la comanderie des Ioins, et dois sereurs quy sont nonnes de Herkenrode en la conteir Louz”[2774]. Hemricourt indicates that Bertrand de Villers dit de Liers married “N fille aînée de Gerard de la Marck”[2775]. According to Europäische Stammtafeln she was called Isabelle[2776]. The primary source which confirms this name has not been identified. If Gerhard’s other daughter was called Elisabeth (see below), the name seems unlikely to be correct considering that Isabelle/Elisabeth were normally interchangeable. m BERTRAND de Villers dit de Liers, son of BERTRAND de Liers & his wife --- d’Orey (-1391, bur Emal). An epitaph at Emal records the death in 1391 and burial of “Monseignour Bertrand de Liers Chevalier Seigneur d’Emal”[2777].

6. MECHTILD (-after 15 Apr 1319). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka names “filium dominum Gerardum et uxorem domini Florencii de Maglinia, matrem quondam comitisse Gelrie” as the children of Engelbert Graf von der Mark and his second wife “Elisabeth neptis domini archiepiscopi filia domini de Valkenborch”[2778]. “Mathilde de la Mark épouse de noble homme Florent Berthout chevalier seigneur de Malines” signed her testament dated 14 Jul 1318, appointing as her executors “Florent et leur fille Sophie”[2779]. “Mathilde de la Mark dame de Malines” signed a codicil to her testament dated 15 Apr 1319[2780]. m FLORIS Berthout Heer van Mechelen, son of WALTER [V] Berthout Heer van Mechelen & his wife Marie d’Auvergne (-1331).

7. [ADELHEID (-before 1308). The primary source which confirms her parentage and marriage has not yet been identified. Wernher Teschenmacher’s Annales Cliviæ (1630s) names “Adelheiden, Engelberti...secundi comitis Marciani...filiam” as the first wife of Otto Graf von Kleve, but the editor of the edition consulted quotes no corresponding primary source which confirms either her name or her parentage[2781]. m as his first wife, OTTO Graf von Kleve, son of DIETRICH [VI] Graf von Kleve & his first wife Margareta van Gelre (1278--[27 Sep 1310/24 Feb 1311]).]

ENGELBERT [II] von der Mark, son of EBERHARD [I] Graf von der Mark & his first wife Irmgard von Berg (-18 Jul 1328, bur Fröndenberg). "Everhardus comes de Marka, Engelbertus miles eius primogenitus, Adolfus, Cunradus, Margareta, Yrmengardis, Katerina, Kunegundis, liberi et heredes eiusdem comitis" renounced their rights to part of the county of Berg, in favour of "Wilhelmo comite de Monte", by charter dated 20 May 1298[2782]. Graf von Arenberg, de iure uxoris: “Everhardis comes de Marka” exchanged property with “Wilhelmus de Ardey vir nobilis noster consanguineus” by charter dated 28 Dec 1300, witnessed by “Engelbertus noster primogenitus dominus in Arbergh...”[2783]. Graf von der Mark: Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records the death “in die beati Odelrici” 1308 of “comes de Marka Everhardus” and the succession of “filius eius Engelbertus”[2784]. "Engilbertus comes et Methildis comitissa de Marka coniuges" exchanged property with Gladbach monastery, for the souls of "domini Euerardi et domine Irmengardis de Marka comitisse coniugem bone memorie parentum nostrorum", by charter dated 19 Oct 1312[2785]. Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records the death Jul 1328 “in die sancti Arnolphi” of “comes Engelbertus de Marka” and his burial “in vigilia sancti Iacobi in Vrindeberghe”[2786]. “Megtholt dame d’Arberg” [wife of Engelbert [II] Graf von der Mark] settled disputes with “sire Richart seigneur de Dune” by charter dated 26 Dec 1349, sealed by “Godart seigneur de Cronenbourg son beau-frère”[2787].

[m firstly [METEKE van Wesemaele, daughter of ---]. Europäische Stammtafeln names “[Meteke van Wesemaele]” as the first wife of Engelbert [II], the square brackets around her name presumably indicating doubt about her identity[2788]. No indication has been found about this supppsed first marriage in any of the sources consulted during the preparation of the current document.]

m [secondly] (Hamm 25 Jan 1299) MECHTILD von Arberg, daughter of JOHANN von Arberg Burggraf von Köln & his wife Katharina von Jülich (-[2 Jan 1367], bur Arenberg). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records the marriages “in sequenti festo conversionis sancti Pauli...in Hamone” in 1299 of “filii sui primogeniti Engleberti et filie sue Margarethe”[2789]. Levoldus’s mid-14th century Genealogia comitum de Marka records that “Engelbertus filius...Everhardi comitis” married “filiam borchgravii de Arberch, filiam sororis Gerardi comitis Iuliacensis”[2790]. Her parentage is confirmed by the charter dated to [1282] under which her paternal grandmother "Methildis nobilis matrona domina de Holthe, relicta quondam nobilis viri domini Gerardi Burgravii Coloniensis domini de Areberg" donated property to Sterkrade abbey, with the consent of "nostrorum heredum…domini de Hurne Wilhelmi…Katerine domine de Arberg relicte quondam Johannis militis filii nostri ac Methildis filie eiusdem"[2791]. Her marriage is confirmed by the charter dated 5 Sep 1299 which names "Everhardus comes de Marka et Engelbertus eius filius ac Methildis uxor d. Engelberti domina de Arberg, necnon Methildis domina de Holte, avia dicte Methildis d. de Arberg"[2792]. Heiress of Arenberg. "Engilbertus comes et Methildis comitissa de Marka coniuges" exchanged property with Gladbach monastery, for the souls of "domini Euerardi et domine Irmengardis de Marka comitisse coniugem bone memorie parentum nostrorum", by charter dated 19 Oct 1312[2793].

Engelbert [II] & his [second] wife had eight children:

1. ADOLF [II] (-19/20 Oct 1347, bur Fröndenberg). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Genealogia comitum de Marka names “dominum Engelbertum episcopum Leodiensem et Adulphum comitem de Marka patrem Engelberti comitis qui nunc est et suorum fratrum” as the children of “Engelbertus filius...Everhardi comitis” and his wife “filiam borchgravii de Arberch”[2794]. A charter dated 1318, which records the donation of the advocacy of the churches of Metler and Curl to Cappenberg, names “Adolph, Engelbert, Everhard, Mechtild, Ermegard, Catrin, Richarda, Margret” as the children of Engelbert [II][2795]. His parentage is confirmed by the Papal dispensation issued for his marriage "Adolphi primogeniti…filii…Engelberti comitis de Marka", dated 17 Jun 1327[2796]. Graf von der Mark. Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records the death Jul 1328 “in die sancti Arnolphi” of “comes Engelbertus de Marka” and the succession of “filius eius Adulphus comes”[2797]. Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records the death “ante festum sancti Severini...in terra Gelrie ubi in manburnum fuit assumptus” of “comes Adulphus de Marka”, his burial “in Vriendeberghe”, and the succession of “filius suus Engelbertus”[2798]. Betrothed to IRMGARD von Kleve, daughter of OTTO Graf von Kleve & his second wife Mechtild von Virneburg. Pope John XXII issued a dispensation for the marriage of "Adolphi primogeniti…filii…Engelberti comitis de Marka" and "Margarete nate…filii…Theoderici comitis Cleuensis", stating that the bridegroom had previously been betrothed to "Ermegardi nata quondam Ottonis de Cleuis", dated 17 Jun 1327[2799]. m (Papal dispensation 17 Jun 1327, 15 Mar 1332) MARGARETA von Kleve, daughter of DIETRICH [VII] Graf von Kleve & his first wife Margareta van Gelre (-after 18 Sep 1348). Pope John XXII issued a dispensation for the marriage of "Adolphi primogeniti…filii…Engelberti comitis de Marka" and "Margarete nate…filii…Theoderici comitis Cleuensis", stating that the bridegroom had previously been betrothed to "Ermegardi nata quondam Ottonis de Cleuis", dated 17 Jun 1327[2800]. "Didderic greue van Cleue, Aloph greue van der Marka, Margareta greuinne van der Marka onse…wijf ende Johan van Cleue doemdeken van Colen" issued a charter dated 16 Aug 1341 relating to the marriage of "Lysabet dochter ons greuen van Cleue" and "Otten audesten soen des lantgreuen van Hessen", recording "heren Gerarde heer van Voerne, dy haer man was"[2801]. Adolf [II] & his wife had six children:

a) ENGELBERT [III] ([28 Feb] 1333-Wetter 22 Dec 1391). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records the birth “circa dominicam Reminiscere” of “domino comiti de Marka ex nobilissima Margaretha filia comitis Clevensis primogenitus filius Engelbertus nunc comes de Marka”[2802]. Graf von der Mark: Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records the death “ante festum sancti Severini...in terra Gelrie ubi in manburnum fuit assumptus” of “comes Adulphus de Marka” and the succession of “filius suus Engelbertus”[2803]. "Adolph greue van Cleue" and "Diderich van der Marke gebroedere" agreed to share "der graesscap van der Marke" after the death of "onse…broder…Engelbrecht greue van der Marke" by charter dated 14 May 1380[2804]. m firstly (Papal dispensation 9 Dec 1348, before 11 Oct 1354) RICHARDIS von Jülich, daughter of WILHELM [V] Graf von Jülich & his wife Jeanne de Hainaut (-[23 Feb 1374/5 Apr 1381]). “Engelbracht Greve van der Marke” lent money to “Godeken van Hovele”, with the consent of “Rycharden unser...Husvrowen“, by charter dated 11 Oct 1354[2805]. "Gerart elste sun zoe Guilghe, greue van den Berghe ind van Rauesberg" renounced rights over tolls at Kaiserswerth in favour of "her Engelbrecht greue van Marke unse swagher ind unse...suster de greuinne van der Marke sine...vrowe" by charter dated 1355[2806]. m secondly (5 Apr 1381) as her first husband, ELISABETH von Sponheim, daughter and heiress of SIMON [III] Graf von Sponheim [“vordere Grafschaft”] Graf von Vianden & his wife Maria von Vianden (1365-Kreuznach 31 Jul 1417, bur Kreuznach Pauluskirche). She married secondly (Alzey 1392 before 30 Aug) Ruprecht Pfalzgraf bei Rhein. Engelbert [III] & his first wife had one child:

i) MARGARETA (-[26 Apr 1395/14 Oct 1406]). The marriage contract of "Engelbert graue zu der Marken und Rikarde syne…huusfrauwe…Griete onser dochter" and "Philips heren zu Valkenstein un zu Minczenberg" is dated 23 Feb 1374 (presumably O.S.)[2807]. m (contract 23 Feb 1374, 15 Mar 1375) as his second wife, PHILIPP [VII] Herr von Falkenstein und Münzenburg, son of PHILIPP [V] Herr von Falkenstein und Müzenburg & his wife --- (-18 Jan 1410). Graf von Falkenstein 1398.

b) ADOLF [III] (1334-Kleve 7 Sep 1394, bur Kleve). Pope Clement VI granted "canonicatu eccl. Leod. sub expectatione prebende" to “Adulpho nato Adulphi comitis de Marka”, dated 3 Nov 1342[2808]. Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records that in 1350 “tres domicelli de Marka fratres comitis Engelberti...Adulphus, Theodericus et Everhardus” donated property at Liège[2809]. Archbishop of Köln 1363-1364. Graf von Kleve. "Adolph greue van Cleue" and "Diderich van der Marke gebroedere" agreed to share "der graesscap van der Marke" after the death of "onse…broder…Engelbrecht greue van der Marke" by charter dated 14 May 1380[2810].

- GRAFEN von KLEVE.

c) DIETRICH (1336-Wesel 25 May 1406). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records that in 1350 “tres domicelli de Marka fratres comitis Engelberti...Adulphus, Theodericus et Everhardus” donated property at Liège[2811]. "Adolph greue van Cleue" and "Diderich van der Marke gebroedere" agreed to share "der graesscap van der Marke" after the death of "onse…broder…Engelbrecht greue van der Marke" by charter dated 14 May 1380[2812]. Bishop of Liège 1389, resigned.

d) EBERHARD (1341-after 1360). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records that in 1350 “tres domicelli de Marka fratres comitis Engelberti...Adulphus, Theodericus et Everhardus” donated property at Liège[2813]. Priest at Münster.

e) MARGARETA (-12 Sep 1409). "Alf graue van der Mark unde Margret sin…husfrouwe" agreed with "Otten grauen van Nassauwe und frouwen Aleyde" that "eine dochter van unseren dochteren" would marry "einem sone van soenen…Otten grauen van Nassauwe und frouwen Alheyd vorgenant" by charter dated 14 Aug 1343[2814]. "Johan greue tho Nassouwe der jungste" acknowledge receipt from "unse…suager Engelbracht greue van der Marke" of the dowry for his marriage "mit syuer suster Margareten van der Marke unser…huysvrouwen" by charter dated 23 Sep 1369[2815]. m (contract 14 Aug 1343, 20 Nov 1357) JOHANN Graf von Nassau-Dillenberg, son of OTTO II Graf von Nassau in Siegen und Dillenburg & his wife Adelheid von Vianden (-Herborn 4 Sep 1416, bur Kloster Keppel).

f) [MECHTILD (-after 18 Oct 1390). The primary source which confirms her parentage and marriage has not been identified. m EBERHARD Herr von Isenburg-Grenzau, son of PHILIPP [I] Herr von Isenburg-Granzau & his wife Margareta von Katzenelnbogen (-after 17 Jan 1395).]

2. ENGELBERT (-Brühl 26 Aug 1368, bur Köln Cathedral). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Genealogia comitum de Marka names “dominum Engelbertum episcopum Leodiensem et Adulphum comitem de Marka patrem Engelberti comitis qui nunc est et suorum fratrum” as the children of “Engelbertus filius...Everhardi comitis” and his wife “filiam borchgravii de Arberch”[2816]. A charter dated 1318, which records the donation of the advocacy of the churches of Metler and Curl to Cappenberg, names “Adolph, Engelbert, Everhard, Mechtild, Ermegard, Catrin, Richarda, Margret” as the children of Engelbert [II][2817]. Chor-Bishop of Köln: Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records that “comes Engelbertus de Marka...eius filio Engelberto” was appointed to “preposituram Bobardiensem et chor-episcopatum Colonienem” in 1326[2818]. Bishop of Liège 1345: Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records that, after the death 3 Nov 1344 of “dominus Adulphus episcopus”, he was succeeded by “nepos eius dominus Engelbertus de Marka”, appointed by Pope Clement VI on the recommendation of Philippe VI King of France, who was enthroned at Liège “post festum pasche”[2819]. Archbishop of Köln 1364.

3. EBERHARD (-1387). Levoldus’s mid-14th century Chronica Comitum de Marka records that “comes Engelbertus de Marka...alio filio suo Everhardo” was appointed to “Coloniensem et Leodiensem prebendas” in 1326[2820]. A charter dated 1318, which records the donation of the advocacy of the churches of Metler and Curl to Cappenberg, names “Adolph, Engelbert, Everhard, Mechtild, Ermegard, Catrin, Richarda, Margret” as the children of Engelbert [II][2821]. His parentage is confirmed by Jacques de Hemricourt who names “mons. Evrart delle Marche [...awoweis de Hainsbaing, Sires Darenberghes, de Noefchasteal et de Lumaing] et frere germanin delle evesque Englebert delle Marche jadit evesque de Liege” when recording his marriage[2822]. Herr zu Arenberg. Seigneur de Lumain, Avoué de Hesbaie. m (before 30 Jan 1351, Papal dispensation 25 May 1362) MARIE de Looz, daughter of LOUIS de Looz Seigneur de Neuf-Château en Ardennes et de Warcq & his wife Yolande van Oudenaarde (-25 Sep 1410, bur Liège Sainte-Croix). Jacques de Hemricourt records that the daughter of “mons. Lowis d’Agimont saingnor de Wark deleis Maysiers...fis de frere le conte Eernut de Louz de secon mariage” and his wife married “mons. Evrart delle Marche et frere germanin delle evesque Englebert delle Marche jadit evesque de Liege”[2823]. Heiress of Lumain. An epitaph at Liège Sainte-Croix records the death 25 Sep “14--” of “madame Marye de Loez dame de Lymay et de Noeffcasteau en --- haute voueres de Hesbain, jadit feme monsignour Evrar delle Marche chlrs”[2824]. The obituary of Liège Sainte-Croix records the death 25 Sep of “nobilis dne Marie de Los dne de Lymay et de Novo castro advocatricis Hasbanie nec non...dni Ludovici de Los patris eius et dne Yolente de Lemborg matris sue”[2825]. Chestret de Haneffe dates her death to 1410, noting she was still living 18 Nov 1409 and that “l’avouerie de Hesbaye fut relevée par suite de son décès le 14 décembre 1410”[2826]. Eberhard & his wife had children: .

a) EBERHARD von der Mark (-14 Oct 1440). Seigneur de Lummen, Avoué de Hesbaie. Seigneur de Neufchâteau. Seigneur de Sedan: Eberhard bought the seigneurie de Sedan in 1424 from his brother-in-law Louis Seigneur de Braquemont[2827].

- SEIGNEURS de SEDAN.

4. MECHTILD (-before 1327). A charter dated 1318, which records the donation of the advocacy of the churches of Metler and Curl to Cappenberg, names “Adolph, Engelbert, Everhard, Mechtild, Ermegard, Catrin, Richarda, Margret” as the children of Engelbert [II][2828]. The primary source which confirms her marriage has not been identified. m GOTTFRIED [III] Graf von Sayn, son of JOHANN [II] Graf von Sayn & his first wife Elisabeth von Hessen (-1327, before 18 Oct).

5. IRMGARD (-[1360]). A charter dated 1318, which records the donation of the advocacy of the churches of Metler and Curl to Cappenberg, names “Adolph, Engelbert, Everhard, Mechtild, Ermegard, Catrin, Richarda, Margret” as the children of Engelbert [II][2829]. "Junchere Otte van der Lyppe unde junchvrouwe Ermegard sin...husvrowe" acknowledged payment from “unse bole greue Alf van der Marke” had paid part of the dowry due to “unsen brutschat junchvrowen Ermegarde vorgenant” by charter dated 3 Jun 1346[2830]. m (before 4 Mar 1323, Papal dispensation 28 Aug 1323) OTTO [I] Herr zur Lippe, son of SIMON [I] Herr zur Lippe & his wife Adelheid von Waldeck (-[12 Nov] 1360).

6. KATHARINA (-27 Sep 1360). A charter dated 1318, which records the donation of the advocacy of the churches of Metler and Curl to Cappenberg, names “Adolph, Engelbert, Everhard, Mechtild, Ermegard, Catrin, Richarda, Margret” as the children of Engelbert [II][2831]. Abbess of Essen 1336.

7. RICHARDIS (-after 28 Feb 1384). A charter dated 1318, which records the donation of the advocacy of the churches of Metler and Curl to Cappenberg, names “Adolph, Engelbert, Everhard, Mechtild, Ermegard, Catrin, Richarda, Margret” as the children of Engelbert [II][2832]. The primary source which confirms her [second] marriage has not been identified. Europäische Stammtafeln names “[Johann] von Schleiden 1334” as the first husband of Richardis, the square brackets around his name presumably indicating doubt about his identity[2833]. No indication has been found about this supppsed first marriage in any of the sources consulted during the preparation of the current document. The primary source which confirms her [second] marriage has not been identified. m firstly [JOHANN von Blankenheim, son of ARNOLD von Blankenheim & his wife ---] (before 1343). m secondly (before 16 Oct 1344) BERNHARD [V] Herr zur Lippe, son of SIMON [I] Herr zur Lippe & his wife Adelheid von Waldeck (-[1364/65]).

8. MARGARETA (-25/26 Jan [1365/67]). A charter dated 1318, which records the donation of the advocacy of the churches of Metler and Curl to Cappenberg, names “Adolph, Engelbert, Everhard, Mechtild, Ermegard, Catrin, Richarda, Margret” as the children of Engelbert [II][2834]. Abbess of Münster.

Chapter 9. GRAFEN von ODENKIRCHEN

A. GRAFEN von ODENKIRCHEN

The Grafschaft Odenkirchen was a shortlived county which appeared in the sources in the first quarter of the 12th century. It was located near Mönchengladbach west of Düsseldorf in the present-day German province of Nordrhein-Westfalen. It is likely that it was absorbed by the archbishopric of Köln, although the primary source which confirms that this speculation is correct has not yet been located. It was succeeded by a collection of Herrschaften in the same area, all of which were probably vassals of the archbishopric.

1. CHRISTIAN (-after 1028). Graf von Odenkirchen. Pfalzgraf Ezzo donated property “ad Lovenich” to Braunweiler by charter dated 1028, witnessed by "...nec non coram comitibus Christiano de Hudenkirchen, Hermanno de Norvenich"[2835].

Two brothers:

1. HERMANN (-after 17 Mar 1116). Graf von Odenkirchen. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln arranged the Vogtei of Kloster Gerresheim by charter dated 9 Jan 1106, witnessed by "Herimannus comes de Udenkirchen, frater eius Arnoldus, Gerhardus comes de Iulico…"[2836]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln incorporated the church of Rheinberg into Cunibertstifte by charter dated 15 Feb 1106, witnessed by "Herimannus comes et frater eius Arnoldus, Adelbertus comes, Gerhardus comes, Almerus advocatus…"[2837]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln donated serfs to Köln St Severin, with the consent of "Francone urbis nostre prefecto", by charter dated 1109, witnessed by "Gerhardo comite de Gelre, Adelberto de Safenberg, Adelberto de Nervennich, Herimanno de Udenkircha, Gerhardo de Julicho, Gerhardo de Hoinstathe, Gerlacho de Isenburch et fratre sui Regenbaldo, Harperno de Randenrothe…"[2838]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed a donation to Köln St Cunibert by charter dated 17 Mar 1116 witnessed by "Gerard comes de Guleche, Herimannus comes et frater eius Arnoldus, Almerus advocatus…"[2839].

2. ARNOLD [Arnulf] (-after 5 Apr 1118). Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln arranged the Vogtei of Kloster Gerresheim by charter dated 9 Jan 1106, witnessed by "Herimannus comes de Udenkirchen, frater eius Arnoldus, Gerhardus comes de Iulico…"[2840]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln incorporated the church of Rheinberg into Cunibertstifte by charter dated 15 Feb 1106, witnessed by "Herimannus comes et frater eius Arnoldus, Adelbertus comes, Gerhardus comes, Almerus advocatus…"[2841]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed a donation to Köln St Cunibert by charter dated 17 Mar 1116 witnessed by "Gerard comes de Guleche, Herimannus comes et frater eius Arnoldus, Almerus advocatus…"[2842]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster Siegburg by charter dated 1116 witnessed by "Franco burgicomes, comes Fridericus de Arnesberg, comes Adolfus de Monte, Theodericus de Gladbach, Arnulfus de Odenkirche…"[2843]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the dismissal of "comes Gerhardus et frater eius Heinricus" from the Vogteischaft of Kloster Siegburg by charter dated 5 Apr 1118 witnessed by "Comes Gerhardus et frater eius Heinricus, Comes Adolfus de Monte, Comes Adolfus de Saphenberg, Comes Gerhardus de Iuliaco, Gerhardus iunior filius Gerhardi, Gerhardus de Caesle, Arnulfus de Odenkirche"[2844].

1. --- von Odenkirchen . Graf von Odenkirchen. [m as her second husband, UDILHILDIS, widow of LUDWIG [II] Graf von Arnstein, daughter of --- (-5 Jul after 1139). The Vita Lodewici comitis de Arnstein names "Udelhildis" as wife of "in castro Arnstein…comes…Lodewicus", adding that she died "III Non Iul"[2845]. The necrology of Arnstein an der Lahn records the death 5 Jul of "Udelhyldis comitisse de Udenkirche, que fuit mater Ludewici fundatoris nostri in Arnsteyn"[2846]. This last document suggests that she married secondly a Graf von Odenkirchen.]

B. HERREN von DYCK

The small Herrschaft von Dyck was located between Rheydt and Grevenbroich, southeast of Mönchengladbach and southwest of Düsseldorf in the present-day German Land of Nordrhein-Westfalen. The line of the Herren von Dyck became extinct in [1394/95] when the Herrschaft was inherited by the Herren von Reifferscheid.

1. HERMANN von Dyck (-after [1094]). "...Hermanno de Dicco…" witnessed the charter dated to [1094] under which Hermann Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation made by “Richardus...uxori sue Adelheidi” to Deutz abbey[2847].

Two brothers:

1. HEINRICH [I] (-after 1127). Herr von Dyck. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed a donation of property at Bornheim to Köln St Cunibert by charter dated 1127 witnessed by "Gerardus comes de Guleche et filius eius Gerardus, Adolfus comes de Berge, Adolfus comes de Safenberge, Heinricus et Retherus de Dieke, Adelbreht et Nizo frater eius, Theodericus de Gladbach…"[2848].

2. RETHER (-after 1138). Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed a donation of property at Bornheim to Köln St Cunibert by charter dated 1127 witnessed by "Gerardus comes de Guleche et filius eius Gerardus, Adolfus comes de Berge, Adolfus comes de Safenberge, Heinricus et Retherus de Dieke, Adelbreht et Nizo frater eius, Theodericus de Gladbach…"[2849]. Bruno [II] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the foundation of the church of Weiler and its donation to Köln St Cunibert by charter dated 1135 witnessed by "Retherus de Dicke, Udo de Bruche…"[2850]. "...Reter de Dicke…" witnessed the charter dated 1136 under which Bruno Archbishop of Köln confirmed the possessions of Kloster Königsdorf[2851]. Arnold [I] Archbishop of Köln donated revenue to Kloster Brauweiler by charter dated 1138 witnessed by "…De liberis hominibus: Godefridus de Iuliaco, Theodericus de Hengebach…Retherus et Heinricus de Dik…"[2852].

1. HEINRICH [II] (-after 1138). Arnold [I] Archbishop of Köln donated revenue to Kloster Brauweiler by charter dated 1138 witnessed by "…De liberis hominibus: Godefridus de Iuliaco, Theodericus de Hengebach…Retherus et Heinricus de Dik…"[2853]. The different order of names of the witnesses, compared with the names in the 1127 charter quoted above, suggests that Heinrich [II] was junior to Rether and was therefore a different person from Heinrich [I] who is named above.

2. LUDOLF [I] von Dyck (-after 1158). Friedrich [II] Archbishop of Köln donated property relinquished by "Ludolphus de Thieca in Cassele" to Kloster Knechtsteden by charter dated 1158 witnessed by "…Adolphus comes de Saffenberg, Herimannus filius eius…"[2854].

[Four or more] siblings:

1. HERMANN von Dyck (-after 23 Apr 1176). "Homines mei liberi...Herimannus de Dicke et filii eius…" witnessed the charter dated 1154 under which “Theodericus filius Liutheri comitis de Are” agreed rights with his fiefholders[2855]. Reinald Archbishop of Köln issued a charter dated 22 Feb 1166 relating to the division of their inheritance between "domna Elisabeth de Randenrothe…[et] sororem eius comitissam de Mere domnam…Hildegundem", with the consent of "filiorum ac filiarum domne Elisabeth", witnessed by "…Herimannus de Dicke…"[2856]. "...Herimannus de Dicke…" witnessed the charter dated 1167 under which Reinhold Archbishop of Köln confirmed rights of the Ahr family[2857]. Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation of property in Lechenich made to his predecessor by "comes Herimannus de Mulenarken", enfeoffed to "Herimannus de Dicke" who had retained it during the war between "dictum comitem H. et Theodericum comitem de Are", by charter dated to [1167/91][2858]. Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed possessions of Meer abbey, including "quarta pars...ecclesie in Creinuelt" donated by "cum sorore sua...Arnoldus de Dickha et frater eius Herimannus", by charter dated 23 Apr 1176[2859]. m ---. The name of Hermann’s wife is not known. Hermann & his wife had [two or more] children:

a) [two or more] sons . Their existence is confirmed by the 1154 charter quoted above.

2. ARNOLD von Dyck (-after 1200). Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed possessions of Meer abbey, including "quarta pars...ecclesie in Creinuelt" donated by "cum sorore sua...Arnoldus de Dickha et frater eius Herimannus", by charter dated 23 Apr 1176[2860]. Adolf [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation to Kloster Heisterbach made by "comitum de Seyne…Heinrici et fratris eius Everhardi" by charter dated 1200 witnessed by "…Arnoldus de Dykke…"[2861].

3. [two or more] sisters . Their existence is confirmed by the 23 Apr 1176 charter quoted above.

Three brothers, the primary source which confirms their parentage has not been identified:

1. KONRAD [I] von Dyck (-after 1237). Philipp Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster Kaiserswerth by charter dated 5 Aug 1190 witnessed by "Thidericus comes de Hostaden, Otto de Wiggerodthe frater eius, Gerhardus comes de Are, Fridericus comes de Altina, Conradus de Dicke, Reterus frater eius, Hermannus de Else…"[2862]. "...Conradus de Dicke…" witnessed the 22 Jan 1197 charter under which Adolf Archbishop of Köln confirmed “allodia lantgravii Ludewici...”[2863]. "...Cunradus de Dicke…" witnessed the 12 Jul 1198 charter under which Otto IV King of Germany granted “allodium in Sareuelt” to Adolf Archbishop of Köln[2864]. Fahne records “Conrad von Dikka” with Emperor Otto IV at Speyer 30 Jun 1209[2865]. "...Conrad de Dicka..." witnessed the 16 Mar 1212 charter under which Emperor Otto IV granted rights to the citizens of Köln[2866]. “Conrad de Dycka nobilis vir” bought property from Neuss Oberkloster by charter dated 1223[2867]. "Lutharius de Wikerode Ottonis filius" confirmed that "dominus Conradus de Dikka socer noster" had donated “sylvulam...in Eggenheim” to Knechtsteden abbey by charter dated 1227[2868]. "Henricus...archidiaconus Leodiensis et Conradus frater ipsius dictus de Dicka" donated "curtim...Dussere...in parrochia Dusburg" to the Knights of St. John at Duisburg by charter dated 1228[2869]. "Cunradus nobilis vir de Dicka…et filium meum iuri hereditario post mortem meam” sold "curtem meam in Rucsuorst" to Eppinghofen abbey by charter dated 1237, naming “...dominum Ludewicum de Lithberch, Theodericum de Milendunc, Cunradum de Mulenarken...” as fiduciaries, subscribed by “Henricus frater meus...”[2870]. m ---. The name of Konrad’s wife is not known. Maybe Konrad married twice. His son Konstantin was presumably a young adult when named in 1202 (see below). However, if Konrad’s unnamed heir (referred to in his 1237 charter) was the same person as Ludolf [I] (as suggested below), the latter’s possible birth date suggests that the brothers would have been born from different mothers. Konrad [I] & his wife had three children:

a) KONSTANTIN von Dyck ([1180/85?]-after 1202). Fahne records “Constantin, Sohn Conrads Herrn von Dyck” at the “Reichstage zu Braunschweig” in 1202 when Emperor Otto IV enfeoffed “Heinrich v. Sayn” with “halb Saffenberg”[2871]. This mention suggests that Konstantin was already a young adult at the time, hence his estimated birth date shown here. .

b) --- von Dyck . Her parentage and marriage are confirmed by the charter dated 1227 under which "Lutharius de Wikerode Ottonis filius" confirmed that "dominus Conradus de Dikka socer noster" had donated “sylvulam...in Eggenheim” to Knechtsteden abbey[2872]. m (before 1227) LOTHAR von Wickrath, son of OTTO Herr von Wickrath & his wife Alveradis von Molbach (-after Jul 1264).

c) --- von Dyck (-after 1237). His existence is confirmed by the 1237 charter cited above which names "Cunradus nobilis vir de Dicka…et filium meum iuri hereditario post mortem meam”. It is unlikely that he was the same son as Konstantin who is named above, as no further mention of the latter has been found after 1202. same person as...? LUDOLF [II] von Dyck ([1215/20?]-[21 Sep 1270/20 Nov 1282]). The possibility that Ludolf [II] was the son of Konrad [I], maybe the unnamed heir mentioned in 1237, is discussed below.

2. RETHER von Dyck (-after 5 Aug 1190). Philipp Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster Kaiserswerth by charter dated 5 Aug 1190 witnessed by "Thidericus comes de Hostaden, Otto de Wiggerodthe frater eius, Gerhardus comes de Are, Fridericus comes de Altina, Conradus de Dicke, Reterus frater eius, Hermannus de Else…"[2873].

3. HEINRICH von Dyck (-after 1237). Canon at Köln St Gereon: "...Henricus de Dicka canonicus s. Gereonis..." was named among those present in the 1216 charter under which Englebert Archbishop-elect of Köln confirmed an arbitration in a dispute between the Hochstaden, Manderscheid and Wevelinghoven families[2874]. Archdeacon of Liège. "Henricus...archidiaconus Leodiensis et Conradus frater ipsius dictus de Dicka" donated "curtim...Dussere...in parrochia Dusburg" to the Knights of St. John at Duisburg by charter dated 1228[2875]. "Henricus de Dicke...Leodiensis archidiaconus" confirmed property in Wassenberg and "ecclesiam in Hauert" to the chapter of Wassenberg by charter dated 1230[2876]. "Cunradus nobilis vir de Dicka” sold "curtem meam in Rucsuorst" to Eppinghofen abbey by charter dated 1237, naming “...dominum Ludewicum de Lithberch, Theodericum de Milendunc, Cunradum de Mulenarken...” as fiduciaries, subscribed by “Henricus frater meus...”[2877].

1. HEINRICH von Dyck (-after 1204). “...Heinrico de Dikke eiusque filio Alexandro...” witnessed the 1189 charter under which Philipp Archbishop of Köln granted "castrum Stahleck" to "domini palatini comitis Cuonradi..."[2878]. “...Heinricus de Dicka. Algrandus filius Heinrici...” witnessed the 27 May 1197 charter under which "Henricus…dux et comes palatinus Rheni" granted a loan to "comitibus de Spanheim Heinrico…Alberto et Godefrido"[2879]. As noted below under his daughter Elisabeth, Mötsch records the last mention of Heinrich in 1204. m ---. The name of Heinrich’s wife is not known. Heinrich & his wife had two children:

a) ALEXANDER von Dyck (-after 27 May 1197). “...Heinrico de Dikke eiusque filio Alexandro...” witnessed the 1189 charter under which Philipp Archbishop of Köln granted "castrum Stahleck" to "domini palatini comitis Cuonradi..."[2880]. Mötsch interprets “Algrandus”, in the 27 May 1197 charter of Heinrich von Dyck cited above, as “Alexander”[2881]. same person as...? ALEXANDER von Dyck (-after 1231). "...Alexander de Dicke..." witnessed the charter dated 1231 issued by “Domin filius Hermanni de Ditbach...” relating to “vineam meam in Crucebach”[2882].

b) ELISABETH von Dyck (-after 1204). Nun at Kloster Kumbd: Mötsch records the last mention of Heinrich in 1204 “als er wegen der Aufnahme seiner Tochter Elisabeth in das Kloster Kumbd urkundete”[2883].

Fahne names Ludolf [II] as son of Konrad [I] von Dyck (who was last named in the 1237 Eppinghofen charter cited above)[2884]. This is presumably based on Lacomblet who, in a footnote relating to this 1237 charter, says that in 1262 "Ludolph, Edelherr v. Dyck” confirmed the charter "nach dem Tode seines Vaters im J[ahren] 1262"[2885]. The full text of the 1262 document has not been seen. It has not therefore been possible to check whether the wording clearly states that Ludolf was the son of Konrad. As noted above, the 1237 document does indicate that Konrad had an unnamed son and heir at that time. However, Konrad already had an adult son Konstantin in 1202 (see above), whereas the first mention of Ludolf [II] was in 1242. If Konstantin and Ludolf [II] were brothers, they would most likely have been born from different marriages of their father. Another possibility is that Ludolf [II] was Konrad [I]’s grandson. That would assume that the unnamed heir in 1237 was boirn much earlier than [1215/20], that he predeceased his father after 1237, and that Ludolf [II] was the son of a younger brother. In addition, the date of the 1262 charter is surprising, considering that a confirmation would most likely happen soon after the death of a predecessor. No mention of Konrad has been found after 1237, but if he had survived until, say, [1260] he would have been very old indeed. That suggests the possibility of an intermediate successor: the father of Ludolf [II] (although no reference to anyone who could have been that person has been found in the primary source documents which have been identified)?

1. LUDOLF [II] von Dyck ([1215/20?]-[21 Sep 1270/20 Nov 1282]). His birth date is estimated on the assumption that he was a young adult when first named in 1242. "...Ph. de Wildenberg, Johannem et Heinricum de Rifircheit, Ar. dominum de Dist, Ludolphum de Dicka, C. dominum de Mulenarke..." witnessed the 1242 charter under which “Sibertus de Dulkene...” founded a hospital for the poor at Neuss[2886]. "...Ph. de Wildenberg, Johannem et Heinricum de Rifircheit, Ar. dominum de Dist, Ludolphum de Dicka, C. dominum de Mulenarke..." acted as fiduciaries under the charter dated Jan 1248 which records the settlement of a dispute between Konrad Archbishop of Köln and “virum nobilem Waleramum de Juliaco...”[2887]. In 1262, Ludolf [Herr?] von Dyck confirmed the 1237 donation made to Eppinghofen by Heinrich von Dyck, as explained in the introductory paragraph above. Herr von Dyck. "Rutgerus nobilis vir de Bremit et Sophia filia eius” sold property at “Else” to the Teutonic Knights at Jürath by charter dated Mar 1263, witnessed by “Theoderici domini de Bremit et Giselberti de Bremit fratrum meorum, item Theoderici domini de Milendunc, Ludolfi domini de Dicka...”[2888]. "Ludolfus dominus de Dicka et Luthterus dominus de Wickerode nobiles viri” confirmed that “Sibertus de Helpenstein miles et Kunegundis uxor sua” had donated property “apud Hechencheim” to Altenberg abbey by charter dated Jul 1264[2889]. "Ludolfus dominus de Dicka” sold “maiorem decimam nostram...apud Bruke iuxta Niuenhem” to the Teutonic Knights at Coblenz, with the consent of “Gerardi, Henrici, Ludolfi, Wilhelmi et Aleidis liberorum et heredum nostrorum”, by charter dated 27 Oct 1268, witnessed by “...Gerardo filio domini Gerardi de Weuelhenkouen...”[2890]. "Ludolphus vir nobilis dominus de Dicka” renounced rights over land “in Eppinchoven et Rucforst” in favour of Eppinghoven abbey, with the consent of “heredum nostrorum Gerardi, Henrici, Ludolphi, Wilhelmi et Aleidis”, by charter dated 22 Apr 1269, witnessed by “domino L. de Randenrode, dom. Th. de Erprode...”[2891]. "L. dominus de Dicka et G. filius noster...cum liberis nostris Henrico, Wilhelmo, Ludolpho et Aleide” renounced rights over land “iuxta Hemmirden” in favour of Eppinghoven abbey by charter dated 21 Sep 1270, witnessed by “nobilium virorum domini...Th. de Erperode et W. domini de Helpenstein”[2892]. Ludolf [II] presumably died before 20 Nov 1282 when his son Gerhard is named as Herr von Dyck (see below). m AGATHA, daughter of --- (-before 26 Mar 1296). "Gerardus nobilis vir dominus de Dycka” donated property to Eppinghofen abbey, for masses for “patris et matris nostre...Ludolphi et Agathe”, by charter dated 26 Mar 1296[2893]. Ludolf [II] & his wife had five children:

a) GERHARD [I] von Dyck ([1240/45?]-[9 Apr/28 May] 1300). His birth date is estimated consistent with his father’s suggested birth date. "Ludolfus dominus de Dicka” sold “maiorem decimam nostram...apud Bruke iuxta Niuenhem” to the Teutonic Knights at Coblenz, with the consent of “Gerardi, Henrici, Ludolfi, Wilhelmi et Aleidis liberorum et heredum nostrorum”, by charter dated 27 Oct 1268[2894]. Herr von Dyck.

- see below.

b) HEINRICH von Dyck (-after 20 Nov 1282). "Ludolfus dominus de Dicka” sold “maiorem decimam nostram...apud Bruke iuxta Niuenhem” to the Teutonic Knights at Coblenz, with the consent of “Gerardi, Henrici, Ludolfi, Wilhelmi et Aleidis liberorum et heredum nostrorum”, by charter dated 27 Oct 1268[2895]. "Ludolphus vir nobilis dominus de Dicka” renounced rights over land “in Eppinchoven et Rucforst” in favour of Eppinghoven abbey, with the consent of “heredum nostrorum Gerardi, Henrici, Ludolphi, Wilhelmi et Aleidis”, by charter dated 22 Apr 1269[2896]. "L. dominus de Dicka et G. filius noster...cum liberis nostris Henrico, Wilhelmo, Ludolpho et Aleide” renounced rights over land “iuxta Hemmirden” in favour of Eppinghoven abbey by charter dated 21 Sep 1270[2897]. Canon at Köln St. Gereon: "Gerhardus nobilis vir dominus de Dicka" sold land "apud Busche" to Köln St. Cecilia, with the consent of “Sophia uxor dicti Gerardi legitima et Henricus de Dicka canonicus ecclesie S. Gereonis Colon. et Ludolfus de Dicka fratres dicti Gerardi”, by charter dated 20 Nov 1282[2898].

c) LUDOLF [III] von Dyck (-[mid-1306/10 Feb 1308]). "Ludolfus dominus de Dicka” sold “maiorem decimam nostram...apud Bruke iuxta Niuenhem” to the Teutonic Knights at Coblenz, with the consent of “Gerardi, Henrici, Ludolfi, Wilhelmi et Aleidis liberorum et heredum nostrorum”, by charter dated 27 Oct 1268[2899]. "Ludolphus vir nobilis dominus de Dicka” renounced rights over land “in Eppinchoven et Rucforst” in favour of Eppinghoven abbey, with the consent of “heredum nostrorum Gerardi, Henrici, Ludolphi, Wilhelmi et Aleidis”, by charter dated 22 Apr 1269[2900]. "L. dominus de Dicka et G. filius noster...cum liberis nostris Henrico, Wilhelmo, Ludolpho et Aleide” renounced rights over land “iuxta Hemmirden” in favour of Eppinghoven abbey by charter dated 21 Sep 1270[2901]. "Gerhardus nobilis vir dominus de Dicka" sold land "apud Busche" to Köln St. Cecilia, with the consent of “Sophia uxor dicti Gerardi legitima et Henricus de Dicka canonicus ecclesie S. Gereonis Colon. et Ludolfus de Dicka fratres dicti Gerardi”, by charter dated 20 Nov 1282[2902]. Canon at Köln. Despite not being promoted to higher ecclesiastical positions, the following documents show that Ludolf rose to prominence in the archbishop’s entourage and leading archiepiscopal troops. "Adolfus comes de Monte et Elizabet eius uxor” noted that “Johannes dictus de Benroyde” sold revenue from property “in parochia de Heymerde iuxta Dickam”, held in fief from them, to “Ludolfo de Dicka canonico Coloniensi”, by charter dated 25 Feb 1290[2903]. "Gerardus comes Juliacensis” and Wicbold Archbishop of Köln appointed “...Gerlacum de Dollendorp, Ludolfum de Dycka canonicum Coloniensem...” as arbitrators in a dispute involving “oppidum Nussiense” by charter dated 2 Feb 1297[2904]. "Theodericus Cleuensis et Wilhelmus de Monte comites ac Theodericus dictus Lof de Cloeue comes in Hilkerode et dominus de Thoneburg” acknowledged that Wicbold Archbishop of Köln held certain revenue from “thelonei Nussiensis...”, with Wilhelm Graf von Berg naming as his arbitrators “Ludolfum de Dicka canonicum Coloniensem et Fleckonem magistrum curie”, and Dietrich Loef naming “Gerardum de Dicke...”, by charter dated 29 Jun 1299[2905]. Jean II Duke of Brabant and Wicbold Archbishop of Köln made an alliance, naming (as the archbishop’s representatives) "Ludolfum de Dicka canonicum Coloniensem, nobiles viros Gherlacum de Dollendorp, Johannem de Riperscheit, dominos…” to resolve any disputes, by charter dated 14 Aug 1300[2906]. "Ludolpho de Dicka canonico Coloniensi…" witnessed the 3 Feb 1300 (O.S.) charter issued by Wicbold Archbishop of Köln[2907]. A charter of Albrecht King of Germany dated 24 Oct 1302 names "Ludolfen von der Dycke, der Tumherre ist des obristen stiftes zu Kolen"[2908]. "…Ludolpho de Dyka, canonicis ecclesie Coloniensis…" witnessed the 28 Jul 1303 charter under which “Theodericus dictus Luf de Cleve comes in Hylkerode” and his wife sold property to the archbishop of Köln[2909]. Levold von Northof’s Chronik der Grafen von der Mark records that 17 Mar 1303 (O.S.) “Ludolphus de Dicke, canonicus Coloniensis, officiatus archiepiscopi in partibus inferioribus Reni” burned “villam Unha...et terram comitis...usque Aslen”[2910]. Levold von Northof records that in [early?] 1306 Archbishop Heinrich convoked “amicis et precipue comite de Marka” about “Litberch et alia castra” held and besieged by “Ludolphus de Dicke”[2911]. The following document presumably relates to the same event: a vidimus dated 10 Feb 1308 records an undated [earlier] charter under which Wicbold Archbishop of Köln compensated “dem Grafen (!) Ludolf von Dyck (de Dicka)” for his expenses “in dem Kriege gegen die Feinde des Erzbischofs...in Liedberg, Rheinberg, Aspel, auf den Zoll in Neuß...”[2912]. Despite “dem Grafen” (unexplained), the involvement of Archbishop Wicbold (died 26 Mar 1304) and the reference to Liedberg suggest that Levold’s [early] 1306 reference referred to Ludolf [III], who was recorded as fighting for the archbishop in Mar 1303 (O..S.) as noted above, and that the compensation was paid to him in [1303/early 1304]. “Ludolfus de Dycka, canonicus Coloniensis” confirmed the following by charter dated 24 Feb 1304 (O.S.) (“sede Coloniensi vacante”, which coincides with the period after Archbishop Wicbold died and before Archbishop Heinrich [II] von Virneburg was appointed, see the document KÖLN ARCHBISHOPRIC): (1) that “Ego” bought (“comparavi”) properties (“universa bona mea...”) “in parrochia de Hemerde iuxta Dickam” from “Johannis dicti de Benrode”, the previous holder (“que quondam fuerunt”) [see 25 Feb 1290 charter cited above], at present enfeoffed to “Aleidis relicta quondam Henrici de Creynuelt, opidana Nussiensis”, and now sold them to “dominis meis, Decano et capitulo Coloniensi” (naming specified guarantors), sealed by him and by “fratris mei Gerardi domini de Dicka, in cuius districtu dicta bona sita sunt”; (2) that “nos Gerardus dominus de Dicka predictus” [=Gerhard [I] Herr von Dyck, see below] confirmed that “frater noster Ludolfus, canonicus Coloniensis predictus” bought the properties from “Johanne de Benrode supradicto”, and renounced any rights in the properties[2913]. As the death of Gerhard [I] is dated to [9 Apr/28 May] 1300, it is assumed that this 24 Feb 1304 (O.S.) document was a vidimus quoting a charter issued before 1300. “Ludolphus de Dycka canonicus Coloniensis” acknowledged a debt to “domino Henrico borgravio de Draggenvels militi amico meo...” by charter dated 10 Apr 1305[2914]. No mention of Ludolf [III] has been found after [early] 1306, which suggests that he died later that year or soon afterwards. This suggestion appears corroborated by the 10 Feb 1308 vidimus, as Ludolf would presumably have confirmed the earlier payment if he had then been alive.

d) WILHELM von Dyck (-after 21 Sep 1270). "Ludolfus dominus de Dicka” sold “maiorem decimam nostram...apud Bruke iuxta Niuenhem” to the Teutonic Knights at Coblenz, with the consent of “Gerardi, Henrici, Ludolfi, Wilhelmi et Aleidis liberorum et heredum nostrorum”, by charter dated 27 Oct 1268[2915]. "Ludolphus vir nobilis dominus de Dicka” renounced rights over land “in Eppinchoven et Rucforst” in favour of Eppinghoven abbey, with the consent of “heredum nostrorum Gerardi, Henrici, Ludolphi, Wilhelmi et Aleidis”, by charter dated 22 Apr 1269[2916]. "L. dominus de Dicka et G. filius noster...cum liberis nostris Henrico, Wilhelmo, Ludolpho et Aleide” renounced rights over land “iuxta Hemmirden” in favour of Eppinghoven abbey by charter dated 21 Sep 1270[2917].

e) ALEID von Dyck (-after 21 Sep 1270). "Ludolfus dominus de Dicka” sold “maiorem decimam nostram...apud Bruke iuxta Niuenhem” to the Teutonic Knights at Coblenz, with the consent of “Gerardi, Henrici, Ludolfi, Wilhelmi et Aleidis liberorum et heredum nostrorum”, by charter dated 27 Oct 1268[2918]. "Ludolphus vir nobilis dominus de Dicka” renounced rights over land “in Eppinchoven et Rucforst” in favour of Eppinghoven abbey, with the consent of “heredum nostrorum Gerardi, Henrici, Ludolphi, Wilhelmi et Aleidis”, by charter dated 22 Apr 1269[2919]. "L. dominus de Dicka et G. filius noster...cum liberis nostris Henrico, Wilhelmo, Ludolpho et Aleide” renounced rights over land “iuxta Hemmirden” in favour of Eppinghoven abbey by charter dated 21 Sep 1270[2920].

GERHARD [I] von Dyck, son of LUDOLF [II] Herr von Dyck & his wife Agatha --- ([1240/45?]-[9 Apr/28 May] 1300). His birth date is estimated consistent with his father’s suggested birth date. "Ludolfus dominus de Dicka” sold “maiorem decimam nostram...apud Bruke iuxta Niuenhem” to the Teutonic Knights at Coblenz, with the consent of “Gerardi, Henrici, Ludolfi, Wilhelmi et Aleidis liberorum et heredum nostrorum”, by charter dated 27 Oct 1268[2921]. "Ludolphus vir nobilis dominus de Dicka” renounced rights over land “in Eppinchoven et Rucforst” in favour of Eppinghoven abbey, with the consent of “heredum nostrorum Gerardi, Henrici, Ludolphi, Wilhelmi et Aleidis”, by charter dated 22 Apr 1269[2922]. "L. dominus de Dicka et G. filius noster...cum liberis nostris Henrico, Wilhelmo, Ludolpho et Aleide” renounced rights over land “iuxta Hemmirden” in favour of Eppinghoven abbey by charter dated 21 Sep 1270[2923]. Herr von Dyck. "Gerhardus nobilis vir dominus de Dicka" sold land "apud Busche" to Köln St. Cecilia, with the consent of “Sophia uxor dicti Gerardi legitima et Henricus de Dicka canonicus ecclesie S. Gereonis Colon. et Ludolfus de Dicka fratres dicti Gerardi”, by charter dated 20 Nov 1282[2924]. "Gerardus nobilis vir dominus de Dycka” donated property to Eppinghofen abbey, for masses for “patris et matris nostre...Ludolphi et Agathe”, by charter dated 26 Mar 1296 (O.S.?)[2925]. The seals of "nobilis viri domicelli Gerardi de Dycken et domini Rabodonis burgravii predicti” were attached to the charter dated 30 Sep 1297 under which “Gerardus filius legitimus domini Hermanni de Immelenhusen militis” sold property to the Teutonic Knights at Noithausen[2926]: while “domicellus” could indicate a young person, it would be unusual for Gerhard [II], as a younger son of Gerhard [I], to have had his own seal during his father’s lifetime. If that is correct, this document refers to Gerhard [I]. This suggestion appears corroborated by the 9 Apr 1300 charter below, which also involves the Immelhausen family and was the sealed by “Gerardi domini de Dicka” who was presumably Gerhard [I]. "Theodericus Cleuensis et Wilhelmus de Monte comites ac Theodericus dictus Lof de Cloeue comes in Hilkerode et dominus de Thoneburg” acknowledged that Wicbold Archbishop of Köln held certain revenue from “thelonei Nussiensis...”, with Wilhelm Graf von Berg naming as his arbitrators “Ludolfum de Dicka canonicum Coloniensem et Fleckonem magistrum curie”, and Dietrich Loef naming “Gerardum de Dicke...”, by charter dated 29 Jun 1299[2927]. The seal of “nobilis viri Gerardi domini de Dicka” was attached to a charter dated 9 Apr 1300 which records a sale to Köln St Gereon by “Henricus de Immelhusen miles...”[2928]. Gerhard [I] presumably died before 29 May 1300 when his son Ludolf [IV] was named Herr von Dyck (see below).

m firstly ([1265/70?]) ---. The name of Gerhard’s first wife is not known. This first marriage is confirmed assuming that his known wife Sophie was not the mother of his son Gerhard [II], as explained below. The range of dates for the marriage is suggested consistent with the family chronology, although the dates associated with their sons suggest that the couple may have married in the later part of the range. No indication has been found of her family origin.

m secondly (before 20 Nov 1282) as her second husband, SOPHIE, widow of --- von Frenz, daughter of --- (-[late 1301/early 1302]?). Follow her first husband’s hyperlink for discussion about the identity of Sophie’s first husband and her possible parentage. "Gerhardus nobilis vir dominus de Dicka" sold land "apud Busche" to Köln St. Cecilia, with the consent of “Sophia uxor dicti Gerardi legitima et Henricus de Dicka canonicus ecclesie S. Gereonis Colon. et Ludolfus de Dicka fratres dicti Gerardi”, by charter dated 20 Nov 1282[2929]. "Gerardus nobilis vir dominus de Dicka et Sophia uxor nostra" freed land "in villa et parrochia de Mirkenich" from feudal obligations by charter dated 20 Dec 1285[2930]. “Wilhelm Edelherr von Frenz (Vreynze) [Wilhelm [VII] Herr von Frenz, Sophie’s son by her first marriage]…samt seiner Gemahlin Greta” confirmed that “seine Mutter Sophia, Edelfrau von der Dyck” had distributed revenue from her hereditary “Hof und Allod Troisdorf (Troitsdorp)” by charter dated 12 Aug 1302[2931]. The wording of this summary (modern German, no indication of the text in the original language) suggests that Sophie was deceased at the time, her death necessitating her son’s confirmation. However, that conclusion is not beyond doubt as a 1 Jan 1310 (O.S.) charter (also a summary in modern German) indicates that Wilhelm [VII] and his mother both participated in the property distribution, to which her second husband also consented (dating the consent to before [9 Apr/28 May] 1300, when he died), while a 21 Dec 1310 charter (modern German summary, follow her first husband’s hyperlink for details of these two other charters) indicates that the distribution was under Sophie’s testament. One explanation reconciling these three documents would be that Sophie made her testament with her second husband’s consent before he died, that she died [late 1301/early 1302], and that her son Wilhelm [VII] distributed the property in line with her testament before 13 Aug 1302. Sophie is specifically named as deceased in the 21 Dec 1310 charter summary.

Gerhard [I] & his first wife had two children:

1. LUDOLF [IV] von Dyck ([1270/75?]-after 8 Jan 1312). As the name order in the 29 May 1300 charter cited below indicates that Ludolf [IV] was older than his brother Gerhard [II], the discussion about Gerhard’s mother (see below) also applies to Ludolf. His birth date is estimated based on the likely chronology of his predecessors. Herr von Dyck: "Arnoldus dominus de Randenroyde et Katerina collateralis eius” sold “curiam nostram in Lurike cum curia Calfhowen” to Meer abbey, naming as fiduciaries “dominum Ludolfum de Dikka et Gerardum fratrem eius, dominum Fredericum de Helpenstein et Gerardum fratrem eius”, by charter dated 28 May 1300[2932]. No other document has been found which names Ludolf as “dominus”, although he may have been the unnamed Herr von Dyck who is recorded in the following charter: Knipping records two documents, the first dated to [1302] listing campaigns on behalf of the archbishop of Köln against the Graf von Jülich and others (which does not report the participation of any member of the Dyck family in those campaigns), the second, undated but subsequent to the first written during a period of peace between the archbishop and the Graf von Jülich, reporting a loan to the latter secured by “die Stadt Sinzig” and the “Erklärungen der Herren v. Luderstorf, v. Dick und v. Moers zu antworten sei”[2933]. Ludolf [IV] presumably resigned his Herrschaft (date unknown, see below) in favour of his younger brother, as Gerhard [II] was later recorded as Herr von Dyck as noted below. His ecclesiastical position is indicated by the following three documents. These documents are unlikely to refer to Ludolf’s paternal uncle Canon Ludolf [III], whose death is suggested in [mid-1306/10 Feb 1308] above. In addition, Ludolf’s relatively junior position in the witness lists of the first two documents suggests that he was not as prominent in the archbishop’s entourage as his uncle had been (see above). A charter dated 5 Jul 1311 records various donations made to the churches in Köln, in the presence of “vom Domkapitel:...Ludolf von Dyck...”[2934]. A charter dated 19 Aug 1311 records Archbishop Heinrich settling a dispute with the church of Bonn, with the agreement of “Kanoniker...Ludolf von Dick...”[2935]. A charter dated 8 Jan 1312 records a meeting of representatives from various churches at Vienne, witnessed by “Landulf von Dick (de Diocha), Domherr in Köln...”[2936].

2. GERHARD [II] von Dyck ([1275/78?]-[1326/6 Mar 1330]). In the 21 Dec 1310 document cited below, Gerhard [II] names Sophie, (recently?) deceased widow of his father Gerhard [I]. The apparent omission in this document (the original has not been seen, only an extract) of any reference to a family relationship between Gerhard [II] and Sophie suggests that she was not his mother. If that is correct, Gerhard [II] and his brother Ludolf [IV] were born from an earlier, otherwise unrecorded, marriage of their father as suggested above. His birth date is estimated based on the likely chronology of his predecessors, but also bearing in mind that he was not yet knighted when named in the 9 Jun 1300 document cited below. "Arnoldus dominus de Randenroyde et Katerina collateralis eius” sold “curiam nostram in Lurike cum curia Calfhowen” to Meer abbey, naming as fiduciaries “dominum Ludolfum de Dikka et Gerardum fratrem eius, dominum Fredericum de Helpenstein et Gerardum fratrem eius”, by charter dated 28 May 1300[2937]. A charter dated “feria quinta post festum Penthecostes octauas” (9 Jun[2938]) 1300 records 24 noblemen “...comites...dominus...milites, et Gerhardus de Dycka” guaranteeing the appearance at a later trial of prisoners captured by the archbishop of Köln[2939]: Gerhard’s name listed last, and not as a knight, indicates his lack of seniority among the other listed nobles. He was presumably acting as family representative on behalf of his brother Ludolf [IV]. Herr von Dyck: Gerhard [II] succeeded his brother as Herr von Dyck when the latter opted for an ecclesiastical career as noted above. The documentation so far found is insufficient to assess the precise date of his succession, although his presence (in place of Ludolf) in the 9 Jun 1300 document cited above suggests that the change may already have been under discussion at that time. Gerhard may have been the unnamed Herr von Dyck referred to in the post-[1303] document cited above under his brother. A charter dated 21 Dec 1310 records “Gerhard Herr von der Dyck” and “Gotschalk, Guardian der Minoriten zu Neuss” confirming that “die verstorbene Edelfrau Sophia von Frentz (Vrenze) und von der Dyck [his stepmother, see above]” had divided certain revenue under her testament “an die Konvente Eppinghoven und Gnadenthal und der Kapelle zu Fentz”[2940]. “Edelherr Gerhard von der Dyck” released land “zu Königshoven (Kuningshoven)”, earlier enfeoffed to “Hermann Broygger” but now held by “Heinrich von Stoltzenberg, Ehemann der Witwe Gertrud des --- Broygger”, by charter dated 2 Jun 1318, with his seal and the seal “des Edelherrn Dietrich von Schleiden (Sleida)”[2941]. In 1326, “der Official zu Köln” granted “[einen] Hof Slike bei Leydberg” to “den Domherrn Wilhelm von Sleyda”, whom “Gerard von Dyck” had invested as “Pfarre von Bedburg”, noting that “Heinrich von Reifferscheid und ein Herr von Wickerode hatten auch dies Patronat”[2942]. "Willam greve van Gulge inde Ropprech greve van Virnenburch" confirmed a division of their inheritance between “Heinrichs van Ryffersscheyt” and “heren Johans van Ryfferscheyt”, naming “vrouwe Rycharde heren Johans moder...heren was van Rifferscheit, Heinrichs vader...her Johan sinre husvrouwen vrouwe Mettolde van Randenroyde”, and specifying that “allit dat recht dat Gerart van der Dicke, heren Conraiz vader, nu is, ain den vurgesprochenen dorperen hadde, dat is Heinrichs alleyne”, by charter dated 6 Mar 1330[2943]. The wording of this document indicates that Gerhard was deceased at the time. m [ALEIDIS] von Schleiden, daughter of [FRIEDRICH [III] Herr von Schleiden & his wife Johanna van Valkenburg]. Fahne, in his genealogical table of the Schleiden family, names “Aleid (Sophia)” as daughter of “Friedrich III [von Schleiden]”, sister of “Conrad IV † 1345, Wilhelm, Propst zu Cöln” and wife of “Gerard von der Dyck” (no source cited)[2944]. She is not included by Europäische Stammtafeln in its Schleiden table[2945]. Wilhelm von Schleiden was named as “Oheim” of Konrad von Dyck as noted below. If the term was used in its strict sense, he was the brother of [Aleidis]. However, the chronology of the Dyck family is too uncertain to assess [Aleid]’s marriage date precisely. The earlier the date of her marriage, the less likely that she was the daughter of Friedrich Herr von Schleiden/Johanna van Valkenburg. If she belonged to the previous generation, her son Konrad could have been named after Konrad [III] Herr von Schleiden. Fahne, in his genealogical table of the Dyck family, confuses matters by naming her “Sophia v. Schleiden”[2946], although in his corrections he says for “Sophia v. Schleiden” read “Aleid v. Schleiden 1285” (no source citation, but the date suggests the 20 Dec 1285 charter which names “Sophia”, Gerhard [II] von Dyck’s stepmother)[2947]. Her family origin and marriage are indicated by Konrad von Dyck’s charters dated 1 Oct 1352 (sealed by “heren Wilheylm van der Sleyden unsen ümen düymproyftz zü Collen...”) and 31 Oct 1363 (naming “seinen Oheim Wilhelm von Schleiden, Dompropst zu Cöln, seinen Neffen Johann von Schleiden...” among the guardians of his minor children) cited below. No primary source has been found which confirms her name, but it should be noted that her son named his older daughter Aleidis. No indication has been found about her date of death, although her absence from charters, as well as the lack of indication that she had other children besides Konrad [II], suggests that she may have died young. Gerhard [II] & his wife had one child:

a) KONRAD [II] von Dyck (-after 31 Oct 1363). His parentage is confirmed by the 6 Mar 1330 (O.S.) charter cited below. Herr von Dyck. "Willam greve van Gulge inde Ropprech greve van Virnenburch" confirmed a division of their inheritance between “Heinrichs van Ryffersscheyt” and “heren Johans van Ryfferscheyt”, recording (among other properties) that Heinrich should have “den dorperen Blyderich, Kirchtorp inde dey zwey Troistorp allit dat recht dat Gerart van der Dicke, heren Conraiz vader, nu is, ain den vurgesprochenen dorperen hadde”, by charter dated 6 Mar 1330 (O.S.?)[2948].

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KONRAD [II] von Dyck, son of GERHARD [II] Herr von Dyck & his wife [Aleidis] von Schleiden (-after 31 Oct 1363). His parentage is confirmed by the 6 Mar 1330 (O.S.) charter cited below. Herr von Dyck. "Willam greve van Gulge inde Ropprech greve van Virnenburch" confirmed a division of their inheritance between “Heinrichs van Ryffersscheyt” and “heren Johans van Ryfferscheyt”, recording (among other properties) that Heinrich should have “den dorperen Blyderich, Kirchtorp inde dey zwey Troistorp allit dat recht dat Gerart van der Dicke, heren Conraiz vader, nu is, ain den vurgesprochenen dorperen hadde”, by charter dated 6 Mar 1330 (O.S.?)[2949]. "Conradus dominus de Dycka et Rycharda eius uxor" sold property “in Aldenhouen prope castrum nostrum dictum ter Dicken...cum jure patronatus ecclesie in Roselden [Rosellen] et cum media parte decime ipsius parrochialis ecclesie” to Köln St. Georg, with the express consent of “Aleydis et Richarde filiarum nostrarum omniumque heredum et coheredum nostrorum”, by charter dated 29 Oct 1334, sealed by “nobilium virorum dominorum Godefridi de Juliaco, domini de Bergheym, Conradi domini de Sleyda, Wilhelmi domini de Helpenstein”[2950]. The following document relates to the same transaction: “Conradus Herr de Dicka und Ehefrau Rykarda” name “Herrn Henricus de Spaynheym, Thesaurar, und Wilhelmus de Sleyda, Kanoniker am Dom, ferner die Edlen Theodericus de Sleyda, Herrn zu Junkeroyde, Scheyvardus de Royde, Herrn zu Heymeisbach, Ritter, schließlich Fredericus de Helpensteyn, Herrn von Oyrsbechge, und Fredericus, Herrn de Wevilchoven” as guarantors for their sale of property “zu Aldenhoven und des Patronatsrecht zu Roseiden“ to Köln St Georg by charter dated 5 Nov 1334[2951]. No Dyck family relationships with the guarantors are specified in this summary of the document, but close family connections would not be surprising (the Dyck/Schleiden relationship is confirmed through Konrad’s mother, see above). “Wilhelmus de Sleyda canonicus Coloniensis” sold property “Becher...in parochia de Bedebur prope Dickam” to Köln cathedral, with the consent of “Conradi domini de Sleyda et Theodorici de Sleyda fratrum meorum nec non Conradi domini de Dicka consanguinei mei militum”, by charter dated 1338[2952]. “Gerhard von Applinter, in Lumberdia anwesend” pledged “alle seine Liegenschaften und Mobilien in der Lombardei und in Deutschland” to “dem Edelherrn Conrad von Dyck” by charter dated 31 Jul 1343[2953]. "Conradus dominus de Dycka" acknowledged holding “de fundo sive domistadio, supra quod castrum dictum Capelle abolim constructum fuit” in fief from “dominum Ottonem dominum de Cuke consanguineum nostrum”, by charter dated 11 Sep 1347[2954]. "Conradus dominus de Dycka miles...necnon Ryckarde filie nostre" donated "jus patronatus ecclesia in Benebur prope Dickam" to Köln Cathedral, after consulting “dominis Johanne domino de Sleyde, Conrado preposito ecclesie s. Gereonis Coloniensis, eius fratre, Johanne de Hoenstrazen domino de Kucke, et Wilhelmo de Helpensteyn, nostris ex utroque parente consanguineis proximioribus et amicis”, by charter dated 7 Jan 1351 (N.S.?)[2955]. Wilhelm Markgraf von Jülich granted half of the village of “Wannel” to “Conrait Herr van der Dicke” by charter dated 11 May 1352[2956]. “Conrayt her zu der Dycka” sold “unsen hoyf dey beyszet zu Buysge [Busch] ghelegen is” to “heren Arnolten van Hoystaden und sim wifve vruwen Hillen”, with the consent of “unser erfven Kayden [Richardis] unser...doyghter”, by charter dated 1 Oct 1352, sealed by Konrad, Richardis, “heren Wilheylm van der Sleyden unsen ümen düymproyftz zü Collen...und juncher Wilheylm van Heylpensteyn...”[2957]. “Conrad Herr zu Dyck” promised dowry payments to “Johann Herrn zu Reifferscheid und dessen Frau Metza sowie deren ältestem Sohne, Ritter Heinrich von Reifferscheid”, the last-named married to “Richarda, Tochter des genannten Conrad”, naming as guarantors “seine Verwandten und Freunde Wilhelm von Schleiden, Dompropst, Conrad von Schleiden, Propst von St. Gereon zu Cöln, Johann, Herr von Schleiden, Gerhard, Burggraf zu Odenkirchen, beide Ritter...”, by charter dated 17 Mar 1357[2958]. “Conrait here van der Dicke” acknowledged to the Graf von Berg having received payment from “heren Elger van Hencbach” by charter dated 15 Apr 1361[2959]. “Conrad Herr zu Dyck” appointed “seinen Oheim Wilhelm von Schleiden, Dompropst zu Cöln, seinen Neffen Johann von Schleiden und Reinhard von Schönforst” as guardians of “seiner Kinder, die er etwa mit Adelheid gewinnen wird” by charter dated 31 Oct 1363[2960]. The primary source which confirms his date of death has not been identified.

m firstly RICHARDIS, daughter of --- (-[before 7 Jan 1351?]). "Conradus dominus de Dycka et Rycharda eius uxor" sold property “in Aldenhouen prope castrum nostrum dictum ter Dicken” to Köln St. Georg, with the approval of “Aleydis et Richarde filiarum nostrarum”, by charter dated 29 Oct 1334[2961]. Richardis presumably died before 7 Jan 1351, the date of the charter quoted below in which her husband associates himself with their daughter Richardis.

m secondly (contract 9 Jul 1355) as her first husband, ALEIDIS Mascherell van Schoonforst, daughter of RENARD Mascherell Heer van Schoonforst & his first wife Katharina von Wildenberg (-after 2 Oct 1392). The marriage contract between “Conrad Herrn von der Dyck” and “Alheid von Schönforst” is dated 9 Jul 1355[2962]. “Conrad von Dyck” granted dower “mit der Herrschaft Dyck” to “Adelheid von Schönforst” by charter dated 12 Sep 1363[2963]. She married secondly as his first wife, Arnold van Wachtendonk. “Gerart here zer Dicke” granted property from the succession of “vrouwe Aleyden van Schoneuorst vrouwe zer Dicke ind zoe Wachtendonck mynre...moider” to “Arnt here zo Wachtendonck mynen...bruder” by charter dated 2 Oct 1392[2964].

Konrad [II] & his first wife had two children:

1. ALEIDIS von Dyck (-[29 Oct 1334/7 Jan 1351]). "Conradus dominus de Dycka et Rycharda eius uxor" sold property “in Aldenhouen prope castrum nostrum dictum ter Dicken” to Köln St. Georg, with the approval of “Aleydis et Richarde filiarum nostrarum”, by charter dated 29 Oct 1334[2965]. Her absence from the 7 Jan 1351 charter which names her sister Richardis suggests that Aleidis was deceased at the time.

2. RICHARDIS von Dyck (-[after 1387]). "Conradus dominus de Dycka et Rycharda eius uxor" sold property “in Aldenhouen prope castrum nostrum dictum ter Dicken” to Köln St. Georg, with the approval of “Aleydis et Richarde filiarum nostrarum”, by charter dated 29 Oct 1334[2966]. "Conradus dominus de Dycka miles...necnon Ryckarde filie nostre" donated "jus patronatus ecclesia in Benebur prope Dickam" to Köln Cathedral by charter dated 7 Jan 1351 (placed in the compilation after 1350 charters: O.S./N.S.?)[2967]. “Conrayt her zu der Dycka” sold “unsen hoyf dey beyszet zu Buysge [Busch] ghelegen is” to “heren Arnolten van Hoystaden und sim wifve vruwen Hillen”, with the consent of “unser erfven Kayden [Richardis] unser...doyghter”, by charter dated 1 Oct 1352, sealed by Konrad, Richardis, “heren Wilheylm van der Sleyden unsen ümen düymproyftz zü Collen...und juncher Wilheylm van Heylpensteyn...”[2968]. “Conrad Herr zu Dyck” promised dowry payments to “Johann Herrn zu Reifferscheid und dessen Frau Metza sowie deren ältestem Sohne, Ritter Heinrich von Reifferscheid”, the last-named married to “Richarda, Tochter des genannten Conrad”, naming as guarantors “seine Verwandten und Freunde Wilhelm von Schleiden, Dompropst, Conrad von Schleiden, Propst von St. Gereon zu Cöln, Johann, Herr von Schleiden, Gerhard, Burggraf zu Odenkirchen, beide Ritter...”, by charter dated 17 Mar 1357[2969]. No indication has been found of the date of the marriage, but the apparent mention of Richardis in the 29 Oct 1334 charter (indicating her birth a few years earlier) suggests that she may have married earlier, the 17 Mar 1357 charter representing a late confirmation of her father’s commitment to pay dowry to her husband. Another possibility is that the wife of Heinrich von Reifferscheid was a different daughter named Richardis, born after the earlier Richardis had died. Europäische Stammtafeln records this second marriage[2970], but the primary source confirming the information has not been identified. Europäische Stammtafeln records that Richardis died after 1387[2971]. The primary source which confirms that date has not been identified. m firstly ([1 Oct 1352/17 Mar 1357]) HEINRICH von Reifferscheid, son of JOHANN [IV] Herr von Reifferscheid & his wife Mechtild van Randerode (-[12 Apr/23 Aug] 1361). m secondly ([1362/63?]) as his second wife, GOTTHARD von Neuenahr, son of JOHANN [II] von Neuenahr & his wife --- (-after 18 Oct 1362, bur Knechtsteden).

Konrad [II] & his second wife had two children:

3. GERHARD von Dyck (-[6 Oct 1394/4 Mar 1395]). Gerhard was presumably born after the following dociment: “Conrad Herr zu Dyck” appointed “seinen Oheim Wilhelm von Schleiden, Dompropst zu Cöln, seinen Neffen Johann von Schleiden und Reinhard von Schönforst” as guardians of “seiner Kinder, die er etwa mit Adelheid gewinnen wird” by charter dated 31 Oct 1363[2972]. Herr von Dyck. “Heinrich Holzapfel von Buntenbroich” confirmed his succession agreement relating to “den Hof ‘zum Hofe’ im Lande Dyck von Gerhard, Herrn zu Dyck” by charter dated 11 Jun 1386[2973]. “Gerart here zer Dicke” granted property from the succession of “vrouwe Aleyden van Schoneuorst vrouwe zer Dicke ind zoe Wachtendonck mynre...moider” to “Arnt here zo Wachtendonck mynen...bruder”, naming his father “wilne heren Arnt here zo Wachtendonck...mynen...oemen”, “mynre suster Catherinen van der Dicke vrouwe zo Alpen” and his wife “Isenbelen van Endelstorpe vrouwe zer Dicke ind zo Wickroide”, by charter dated 2 Oct 1392[2974]. “Gerhard...Herr zu Dyck” acknowledged a debt to “Daem v. d. Baelen, genannt Elfke”, guaranteed against “den Wintzensteiner Hof zu Pfand”, by charter dated 10 Feb 1393[2975]. “Gerhard Herr zu Dyck” settled disputes “mit seinem Schwestersohn Johann Herr zu Reifferscheid, Bedbur und Dyck” and appointed him as his heir “in der Herrlichkeit Dyck” by charter dated 6 Oct 1394[2976]. He died before 4 Mar 1395, the date of the charter quoted below under his sister Katharina relating to his succession. m ISABELLA von Engelsdorf, daughter of ---. “Gerart here zer Dicke” granted property from the succession of “vrouwe Aleyden van Schoneuorst vrouwe zer Dicke ind zoe Wachtendonck mynre...moider” to “Arnt here zo Wachtendonck mynen...bruder”, naming “mynre suster Catherinen van der Dicke vrouwe zo Alpen” and his wife “Isenbelen van Endelstorpe vrouwe zer Dicke ind zo Wickroide”, by charter dated 2 Oct 1392[2977].

4. KATHARINA von Dyck (-[1441/21 Jan 1443]). “Gerart here zer Dicke” granted property from the succession of “vrouwe Aleyden van Schoneuorst vrouwe zer Dicke ind zoe Wachtendonck mynre...moider” to “Arnt here zo Wachtendonck mynen...bruder”, naming “mynre suster Catherinen van der Dicke vrouwe zo Alpen”, by charter dated 2 Oct 1392[2978]. “Gerhard Herr zu Alpen und seine Gemahlin Katharina von Dyck” agreed with “Johann, Herrn zu Reifferscheid, Bedbur und Dyck, und dessen Frau Richarda von Bolland” relating to the succession to Dyck by charter dated 4 Mar 1395[2979]. A charter dated 17 Jun 1400 records a dispute between “Adolf Graf von Kleve und von der Mark” and “Gerhard Herrn zu Alpen und dessen Frau Kathryne von der Dyck seiner Nichte” about property inherited from “den Herrn von Schönforst”[2980]. “Johann von Loen, Herr zu Heinsberg und Löwenberg” acknowledged receipt of payments from “der Witwe des Gerhard, Herrn zu Alpen, Katharina von Dyck” by charter dated 29 Jul 1403[2981]. “Gerart van Loen eyn herre zo Guylche greue zo Blanckenheym ind herre zo Lewenburgh” granted property money due after the death of “vrauwen Kathrynen van der Dickt, die wilne...huysfrauwe was Gerartz van Alpen” to “Johanne Meyroide van Ryfferscheit” by charter dated 21 Jan 1443[2982]. m GERHARD von Heppendorf Herr von Alpen, son of --- (-[1 Jan/19 Feb] 1403).

C. HERREN von GLADBACH

1. GERLACH von Gladbach (-after 1136). Bruno [II] Archbishop of Köln settled the dispute between Bonn St Cassius and Kloster Siegburg concerning the churches of Hennes and Ober-Pleis by charter dated 1132 witnessed by "Alverada de Cuck cum suis liberis" by charter dated 2 May 1131 witnessed by "…Adolfus comes de Monte, Adolfus comes de Saffenberg, Lutherus comes de Are, Gerhardus comes de Iuliaco, Gerhardus de Hostade, Gozwinus comes de Ualkenburg, Cunradus comes de Bunne, Gerhardus de Mulenarke, Gerlach et fratres eius Adelgerus et Theodericus de Gladebach, Herimannus de Rudenberg…"[2983]. Bruno [II] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation to Irresheim made by “Randolfum...ministerialem Walerammi ducis” by charter dated 1136, witnessed by "Heinricus comes de Kessele, Tidericus de Gladebach et Gerlacus frater eius, Tidericus de Hengebach, Iohannes de Zulpiaco, Godefridus de Comeza, Gozewinus de Hunenhoue, Eadmundus de Stameheim"[2984].

2. DIETRICH (-after 1136). Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster Siegburg by charter dated 1116 witnessed by "Franco burgicomes, comes Fridericus de Arnesberg, comes Adolfus de Monte, Theodericus de Gladbach, Arnulfus de Odenkirche…"[2985]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed donations to Kloster Siegburg by charter dated 29 Mar 1117 witnessed by "Comes Fridericus de Arnesburg, Comes Adolfus de Monte, Comes Adolfus de Saphfenberg, Comes Gerhardus de Iuliaco, Theodericus de Gladebach et Edelgerus frater eius…"[2986]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln donated revenue to Köln St Cunibert by charter dated 11 Feb 1124 witnessed by "Gerhart de Gulecho, Gerhart de Hostathe, Godefrit de Mere, Hereman de Heingebach, Thederihc de Gladebach, Heriman advocatus urbis…"[2987]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln founded a church "in castro meo episcopali…Zulpiacum" by charter dated 1124 witnessed by "Paganus comes, Theodericus comes de Ara, Herimannus de Hengebach, Theodericus et frater eius Adelgerus de Gladebach…"[2988]. Bruno [II] Archbishop of Köln settled the dispute between Bonn St Cassius and Kloster Siegburg concerning the churches of Hennes and Ober-Pleis by charter dated 1132 witnessed by "Alverada de Cuck cum suis liberis" by charter dated 2 May 1131 witnessed by "…Adolfus comes de Monte, Adolfus comes de Saffenberg, Lutherus comes de Are, Gerhardus comes de Iuliaco, Gerhardus de Hostade, Gozwinus comes de Ualkenburg, Cunradus comes de Bunne, Gerhardus de Mulenarke, Gerlach et fratres eius Adelgerus et Theodericus de Gladebach, Herimannus de Rudenberg…"[2989]. Bruno [II] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation to Irresheim made by “Randolfum...ministerialem Walerammi ducis” by charter dated 1136, witnessed by "Heinricus comes de Kessele, Tidericus de Gladebach et Gerlacus frater eius, Tidericus de Hengebach, Iohannes de Zulpiaco, Godefridus de Comeza, Gozewinus de Hunenhoue, Eadmundus de Stameheim"[2990].

3. ADELGER (-after 2 May 1131). Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed donations to Kloster Siegburg by charter dated 29 Mar 1117 witnessed by "Comes Fridericus de Arnesburg, Comes Adolfus de Monte, Comes Adolfus de Saphfenberg, Comes Gerhardus de Iuliaco, Theodericus de Gladebach et Edelgerus frater eius…"[2991]. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln founded a church "in castro meo episcopali…Zulpiacum" by charter dated 1124 witnessed by "Paganus comes, Theodericus comes de Ara, Herimannus de Hengebach, Theodericus et frater eius Adelgerus de Gladebach…"[2992]. Bruno [II] Archbishop of Köln settled the dispute between Bonn St Cassius and Kloster Siegburg concerning the churches of Hennes and Ober-Pleis by charter dated 1132 witnessed by "Alverada de Cuck cum suis liberis" by charter dated 2 May 1131 witnessed by "…Adolfus comes de Monte, Adolfus comes de Saffenberg, Lutherus comes de Are, Gerhardus comes de Iuliaco, Gerhardus de Hostade, Gozwinus comes de Ualkenburg, Cunradus comes de Bunne, Gerhardus de Mulenarke, Gerlach et fratres eius Adelgerus et Theodericus de Gladebach, Herimannus de Rudenberg…"[2993].

D. HERREN von HELPENSTEIN

Helpenstein is located about 5 kilometres south of Neuss and about 10 kilometres due east of Schloß Dyck in the present-day German Land of Nordrhein-Westfalen. Martin Kluth has studied the medieval Helpenstein family most recently. His narrative is well-researched and includes numerous relevant details which are referenced below, with the important reservation that he cites no sources[2994]. As will be seen below, many uncertainties and inconsistencies remain in the present reconstruction of the Helpenstein family.

1. HARBERN von Helpenstein (-after 22 Feb 1166). "…Harbenus de Helpenstein…” witnessed the 1148 charter under which Lambert Abbot of Werden confirmed having bought “curtim...Angera” from “dominum Heinricum de Kastere”[2995]. “...Harpernus de Helpenstein...” witnessed the 22 Feb 1166 charter under which Reinald Archbishop of Köln decided the division of their inheritance between "domna Elisabeth de Randenrothe…[et] sororem eius comitissam de Mere domnam…Hildegundem"[2996].

2. WILHELM [I] von Helpenstein (-after 1209). Martin Kluth names “Harpers Nachfolger Wilhelm I., der Sohn Harpers 1198-1209”, noting that he was named in three charters (no sources cited)[2997]. These charters have not been found, in particular in Lacomblet’s Niederrheins collection.

Two siblings:

1. HEINRICH von Helpenstein (-after [Feb/Mar] 1231). Herr von Helpenstein. "Henricus dominus de Helpenstein” sold “partem proprietatis mee de Dalheim” to Kloster Ophoven, with the consent of “filii mei, sororis mee et sui mariti”, by charter dated [Feb/Mar] 1231[2998]. m ---. The name of Heinrich’s wife is not known. Heinrich & his wife had [two or more] children:

a) --- von Helpenstein (-after 1231). They are cited, unnamed, in their father’s [Feb/Mar] 1231 charter quoted above.

2. --- von Helpenstein (-after [Feb/Mar] 1231]). She is cited, unnamed, with her unnamed husband in the [Feb/Mar] 1231 charter quoted above. same person as...? PETRONILLA . Kluth names “Osto von Born” as her husband[2999]. If he is correct, she was named Petronilla as shown by the following documents. Her marriage date is estimated on the assumption that her son was a child when named in the following document: “Osto von Born und seiner Gattin Petronilla” founded a convent (unnamed in the snippet), with the consent of “Ostos Bruder Arnold, Propst von St Gereon in Köln, und sein Sohn Goswin”, by charter dated “kurz vor 1200”[3000]. “Osto von Born und seiner Gemahlin Petronilla” donated property at Dalheim to Kloster Ophoven by charter dated “Gegen 1221”[3001]. m ([1190?]) OYST [I] van Borne, son of --- (-[after [Feb/Mar] 1231]).

1. SIEGBERT von Helpenstein (-after Jul 1264). "Ludolfus dominus de Dicka et Luthterus dominus de Wickerode nobiles viri” confirmed that “Sibertus de Helpenstein miles et Kunegundis uxor sua” had donated property “apud Hechencheim” to Altenberg abbey by charter dated Jul 1264[3002]. Siegbert is named in a later document, presumably after his death: “Engelbert Herr in Arberg und Mechtild seigne Gattin” donated land “welche Sibert von Helpensteyn zu Lehen hatte” to Gnadenthal convent by charter dated 28 May 1303[3003]. Any possible Helpenstein/Arberg family connection has not been traced. m KUNIGUNDE, daughter of --- (-after Jul 1264). "Ludolfus dominus de Dicka et Luthterus dominus de Wickerode nobiles viri” confirmed that “Sibertus de Helpenstein miles et Kunegundis uxor sua” had donated property “apud Hechencheim” to Altenberg abbey by charter dated Jul 1264[3004].

2. WILHELM [II] von Helpenstein (-[after Nov 1262]). Herr von Helpenstein. Kluth suggests the separate existence of “Wilhelm II, der Sohn Heinrichs...von 1240 bis 1262” (no source cited)[3005]. The charter dated 1240 in which he is named has not been found. The 1262 charter presumably relates to the following document, which could refer either to Wilhelm [II] or to Wilhelm [III]: "Wilhelmus…dominus de Helpenstein et Sophia uxor sua” confirmed that “Adam dictus Quercu” had sold property “apud Dalheim” to Kloster Dalheim by charter dated Nov 1262[3006]. m [SOPHIE], daughter of --- (-[after Nov 1262]). Sophie is named only in the Nov 1262 charter quoted above which, as suggested above, could refer either to Wilhelm [II] or to Wilhelm [III]. Kluth assumes that the document refers to Wilhelm [II] and names his wife “Sophie von Schleiden” (no source cited)[3007]. If Kluth correctly identifies her family origin, the chronology suggests that Wilhelm [II]’s wife would have been the sister of Friedrich Herr von Schleiden who died after 17 Apr 1259.

3. WILHELM [III] von Helpenstein (-[22 Jan 1297/28 May 1300]). Herr von Helpenstein. ["Wilhelmus…dominus de Helpenstein et Sophia uxor sua” confirmed that “Adam dictus Quercu” had sold property “apud Dalheim” to Kloster Dalheim by charter dated Nov 1262[3008]. As noted above, this document could refer either to Wilhelm [II] or Wilhelm [III].] "L. dominus de Dicka et G. filius noster...cum liberis nostris Henrico, Wilhelmo, Ludolpho et Aleide” renounced rights over land “iuxta Hemmirden” in favour of Eppinghoven abbey by charter dated 21 Sep 1270, witnessed by “nobilium virorum domini...Th. de Erperode et W. domini de Helpenstein”[3009]. Kluth records that “Wilhelm III mit seinen Söhnen Friedrich, Gerhard, Wilhelm und Ludwig (Ludolf)” sealed a charter dated 1293 (no source cited)[3010]. "Ludolphus dominus de Wyckeroyde et domina Irmegardis eius uxor” sold property “sitam Ecginckeym infra parrochiam de Rumerskirgen” to the Teutonic Knights at Coblenz, with the consent of “Katherina et Jutta filiabus nostris”, by charter dated 22 Jan 1297, sealed by “nobilium virorum dominorum Wilhelmi domini de Elpinstein, Ottonis domini de Wyckeroyde, avunculorum nostrorum”[3011]. Wilhelm presumably died before 28 May 1300 when his son Gerhard is named as Herr von Helpenstein. m [SOPHIE] [von Wickrath], daughter of LOTHAR Herr von Wickrath & his wife --- von Dyck (-[after Nov 1262]). Sophie is named only in the Nov 1262 charter quoted above which, as suggested above, could refer either to Wilhelm [II] or to Wilhelm [III]. Whatever the name of Wilhelm [III]’s wife, her possible family origin is indicated by the 22 Jan 1297 charter quoted above. Assuming that avunculorum in that document was not used in an extended sense, the most likely explanation for the Helpenstein/Wickrath family relationship is that Sophie was the aunt of Ludolf von Wickrath, although no other document has been found which confirms the connection. This solution would also explain the introduction of the name Ludolf into the Helpenstein family with Wilhelm [III]’s younger son (see below). Wilhelm [III] & his wife had [five] children:

a) FRIEDRICH von Helpenstein (-[29 Apr 1306/29 Sep 1311]). Kluth records that “Wilhelm III mit seinen Söhnen Friedrich, Gerhard, Wilhelm und Ludwig (Ludolf)” sealed a charter dated 1293 (no source cited)[3012]. Herr von Helpenstein. "Arnoldus dominus de Randenroyde et Katerina collateralis eius” sold “curiam nostram in Lurike cum curia Calfhowen” to Meer abbey, naming as fiduciaries “dominum Ludolfum de Dikka et Gerardum fratrem eius, dominum Fredericum de Helpenstein et Gerardum fratrem eius”, by charter dated 28 May 1300[3013]. "…Friderico de Helpinsteine…” witnessed the charter dated 29 Apr 1306 under which Heinrich Archbishop of Köln confirmed the foundation of Düsseldorf collegiate church[3014]. Friedrich presumably died before 29 Sep 1311, when his brother Gerhard is named (see below). [same person as...? FRIEDRICH von Helpenstein (-6 Aug 1323). Kluth records “Gerhards Bruder Friedrich” as “Pfarrer in Glehn” in 1293, “Domkanoniker” in 1296 (when he swore that “der Amtmann von Liedberg” had robbed him of harvest), “Domherr, Diakon und Pfarrer” in 1311, as “bei der Einweihung des neuen Domchores...dabei” 27 Sep 1322, and his death 6 Aug 1323 (no sources cited)[3015]. These sources appear inconsistent with Friedrich, son of Wilhelm [III], being named Herr von Helpenstein 28 May 1300 as shown above. Could there have been a younger son also named Friedrich who was the ecclesiast?]

b) GERHARD von Helpenstein (-[1317]). Kluth records that “Wilhelm III mit seinen Söhnen Friedrich, Gerhard, Wilhelm und Ludwig (Ludolf)” sealed a charter dated 1293 (no source cited)[3016]. "Arnoldus dominus de Randenroyde et Katerina collateralis eius” sold “curiam nostram in Lurike cum curia Calfhowen” to Meer abbey, naming as fiduciaries “dominum Ludolfum de Dikka et Gerardum fratrem eius, dominum Fredericum de Helpenstein et Gerardum fratrem eius”, by charter dated 28 May 1300[3017]. [Herr von Helpenstein: no source has been identified which names Gerhard as “Herr” but presumably he succeeded his older brother Friedrich as such.] A charter dated 29 Sep 1311 records the settlement of a dispute between Heinrich Archbishop of Köln and Engelbert Graf von der Mark under which the latter confirmed "Gerardum de Elpinstein” in possession of “castri de Elpenstein pro parte media dicti castri”[3018]. Kluth records that Gerhard died in 1317 (no source cited)[3019].

c) WILHELM von Helpenstein (-28 Dec 1322). Kluth records that “Wilhelm III mit seinen Söhnen Friedrich, Gerhard, Wilhelm und Ludwig (Ludolf)” sealed a charter dated 1293 (no source cited)[3020]. Kluth names Wilhelm as “der Propst” (named as such “bei der Kaiserkrönung in Aachen” in 1308), records him as “Domherr in Köln und Stiftsherr in Xanten” in 1313, as “Domdekan” (no date), as “bei der Einweihung des neuen Domchores...dabei” 27 Sep 1322, and his death 26 Dec 1322 (no source cited)[3021]. It is unclear whether the first reference records the same person as the last three, considering that “Propst” was presumably the most senior of the ecclesiastical appointments.

d) LUDWIG [Ludolf] von Helpenstein (-after 1293). Kluth records that “Wilhelm III mit seinen Söhnen Friedrich, Gerhard, Wilhelm und Ludwig (Ludolf)” sealed a charter dated 1293 (no source cited)[3022]. Kluth notes that “Gerhards Bruder Ludolf” is often identified as the “Pfarrer von Glehn” who is named in 1326-1328 (no source cited), but comments that “es muss sich aber um den Neffen Ludolf handeln”[3023].

e) [SIEGBERT von Helpenstein (-after 1319). Kluth suggests that “Sibert” named in 1319 was another son of Wilhelm [III] Herr von Helpenstein (no source cited)[3024].]

The precise relationship between the following person and the main Helpenstein family is uncertain. The family relationship is confirmed by the 6 Jan 1342 charter cited below which names Wilhelm and his wife as “Vorfahren” of Wilhelm [IV] Herr von Helpenstein. However, the date of the original 4 Feb 1303 (O.S.) charter is inconsistent with the date of death of Wilhelm [III] which is noted above, and Wilhelm’s marriage is inconsistent with his identification as Wilhelm, younger son of Wilhelm [III], whose ecclesiastical appointments are noted above. One possibility is that the 4 Feb 1303 (O.S.) charter is misdated and that Wilhelm, father of the nun at Gnadenthal, was in fact Wilhelm [III].

1. WILHELM von Helpenstein (-after 4 Feb 1304). “Wilhelm von Helpenstein und Elizabet seine Gattin” donated property at Holzheim to Gnadenthal, for the use of “ihrer Tochter, Klosterschwester daselbst” for her life and thereafter to the convent unconditionally, by charter dated 4 Feb 1303 (O.S.), a charter dated 6 Jan 1342 recording that “Wilhelm Edelherr von Helpensteyn und Elizabet” confirmed the donation “ihrer Vorfahren”[3025]. m ELISABETH, daughter of --- (-after 4 Feb 1304). She is named in the 4 Feb 1303 (O.S.) donation cited above. Wilhelm & his wife had one child:

a) --- von Helpenstein (-[before 6 Jan 1342]). Nun at Gnadenthal: her entry into the convent is confirmed by the 4 Feb 1303 (O.S.) charter cited above. The 6 Jan 1342 confirmation of the donation by her parents’ successors may have been required after she died. same person as...? LUKARDIS von Helpenstein (-after 26 Apr 1344). Another possibility is that that the daughter of Wilhelm & Elisabeth was the same person as Lukardis named in the following document: a charter dated 26 Apr 1344 records payments made to “der Klosterschwester Lucardis von Helpensteyn zu Gnadenthal”[3026]. Alternatively, Lukardis may have been a younger member of the Helpenstein family who had recently entered the convent.

[Five] siblings. Kluth names Wilhelm [IV] as the son of Gerhard who died in 1317 (no source cited)[3027], but the primary source which confirms the name of the father of these siblings has not been identified.

In the 13 Jul 1329 charter quoted below, the four brothers name Friedrich Herr von Wevelinghoven and Heinrich Herr von Wickrath as their “consanguineorum” (the document is not worded precisely enough to ascertain whether the term applies also to Arnold Herr von Randerode, Konrad Herr von Schleiden, Rutger Vogt von Köln, Ludwig von Randerode and Philipp von Kentenich, who are also named in the charter). As noted above, a Helpenstein/Wickrath family relationship is identified through the wife of Wilhelm [III] Herr von Helpenstein. No document has been found which confirms the precise Helpenstein/Wevelinghoven connection (or indeed any possible connection with the Randerode, Schleiden, Köln and Kentenich families), but maybe the relationship was through the mother of the [five] siblings named below. In addition, a Helpenstein/Dyck family connection is suggested by the 29 Oct 1334 and 5 Nov 1334 charters cited below, which could also be through the wife of Wilhelm [III] if she was a member of the Wickrath family.

1. WILHELM [IV] von Helpenstein (-after 7 Jan 1352). Herr von Helpenstein. Kluth records “ein Güterverzeichnis” dated to [1323] involving Wilhelm [IV] (no source cited)[3028]. This agreement appears to be the one discussed by Ramackers[3029]. The following document records the archbishop of Köln seizing the Herrschaft Helpenstein and imprisoning Wilhelm [IV] and his brothers: “Wilhelmus dominus de Helpenstein, Fridericus et Theodericus eiusdem fratres”, following the imprisonment of “Wilhelmi et Friderici predictorum ac morte Ludolphi fratris nostri...in quadam Reysa” by Heinrich Archbishop of Köln, renounced rights following the archbishop’s destruction of “castri Helpenstein”, including rights in “feodo castrensi...Hor, quod avus nostro in castro Helikeroyde olim habuit et a comitibus de Robrinchouen comparauerat”, by charter dated 13 Jul 1329, witnessed by "Arnoldi domini de Randenrode, Conradi domni de Sleyda, Rutgeri advocati Coloniensis, Lodowici de Randenroyde et Philiippi de Kentencih, militum, Friderici domini de Weuelinchouen et Henrici domini de Wickerode, nostrorum consanguineorum"[3030]. "Wilhelmus dominus de Helpensteyn miles et Fredericus eius frater" sold “curtem...in villa...Slike, parrochie de Glene apud Leydbeerg” [Schlich im Glehn] to the archbishopric of Köln, with the consent of “Elizabet et Elizabet nostrarum...uxorum”, naming “Conradum dominum de Dicka, Rabodonem Burgravium de Odenkirchen, Hermannum de Bagheym, Conradum dictum Lappe, milites, Wilhelmum de Sleyda, Coloniensis ecclesie maioris, Gobelinum de Bylsteyn...ecclesiarum Coloniensium canonicos, necnon Fredericum dominum de Weuelichouen, Fredericum primogenitum de Sleyda, Theodericum dictum Mennekyn de Velroyde et Wilhelmum eius fratrem, armigeros” as fiduciaries, by charter dated 22 Sep 1333[3031]. "Conradus dominus de Dycka et Rycharda eius uxor" sold property “in Aldenhouen...” to Köln St. Georg by charter dated 29 Oct 1334, sealed by “nobilium virorum dominorum Godefridi de Juliaco, domini de Bergheym, Conradi domini de Sleyda, Wilhelmi domini de Helpenstein”[3032]. “Wilhelm von Helpenstein und Elizabet seine Gattin” donated property at Holzheim to Gnadenthal, for the use of “ihrer Tochter, Klosterschwester daselbst” for her life and thereafter to the convent unconditionally, by charter dated 4 Feb 1303 (O.S.), a charter dated 6 Jan 1342 recording that “Wilhelm Edelherr von Helpensteyn und Elizabet” confirmed the donation “ihrer Vorfahren”[3033]. "Conradus dominus de Dycka miles...necnon Ryckarde filie nostre" donated "jus patronatus ecclesia in Benebur prope Dickam" to Köln Cathedral, after consulting “dominis Johanne domino de Sleyde, Conrado preposito ecclesie s. Gereonis Coloniensis, eius fratre, Johanne de Hoenstrazen domino de Kucke, et Wilhelmo de Helpensteyn, nostris ex utroque parente consanguineis proximioribus et amicis”, by charter dated 7 Jan 1351 (N.S.?)[3034]. m ELISABETH, daughter of --- (-after 6 Jan 1342). "Wilhelmus dominus de Helpensteyn miles et Fredericus eius frater" sold “curtem...in villa...Slike, parrochie de Glene apud Leydbeerg” [Schlich im Glehn] to the archbishopric of Köln, with the consent of “Elizabet et Elizabet nostrarum...uxorum”, by charter dated 22 Sep 1333[3035]. “Wilhelm von Helpenstein und Elizabet seine Gattin” donated property at Holzheim to Gnadenthal, for the use of “ihrer Tochter, Klosterschwester daselbst” for her life and thereafter to the convent unconditionally, by charter dated 4 Feb 1303 (O.S.), a charter dated 6 Jan 1342 recording that “Wilhelm Edelherr von Helpensteyn und Elizabet” confirmed the donation “ihrer Vorfahren”[3036]. Wilehlm [IV] & his wife had four children:

a) WILHELM von Helpenstein . Kluth records “Wilhelm, Friedrich, Philipp und Aleidis” as the four children of Wilhelm [IV] (whom he calls Wilhelm [V]), noting that Wilhelm “kommt aber nicht an die Macht” (no sources cited)[3037].

b) FRIEDRICH von Helpenstein (-after 1370). Herr von Helpenstein. Kluth records “Wilhelm, Friedrich, Philipp und Aleidis” as the four children of Wilhelm [IV] (whom he calls Wilhelm [V]), noting that “Friedrich hatte mit seinem Bruder Philipp die Herrschaft”, that they disputed their joint sovereignty, that “auf dem Feld eines Arnold von Blankenheim hat Friedrich synen broider Philips doit sloich ind ermorrde, 1367”, that “Gumprecht von Alpen ein Verwandter, nahm Friedrich gefangen und brachte ihn in seinen Turm”, that after his release Friedrich Archbishop of Köln destroyed Helpenstein castle and imprisoned Friedrich again “auf die Burg Godesberg” (no sources cited)[3038].

c) PHILIPP von Helpenstein (-killed 1367). Herr von Helpenstein. Kluth records “Wilhelm, Friedrich, Philipp und Aleidis” as the four children of Wilhelm [IV] (whom he calls Wilhelm [V]), noting that “Friedrich hatte mit seinem Bruder Philipp die Herrschaft” but that they disputed their joint sovereignty and that “auf dem Feld eines Arnold von Blankenheim hat Friedrich synen broider Philips doit sloich ind ermorrde, 1367” (no sources cited)[3039].

d) ALEIDIS von Helpenstein . Kluth records “Wilhelm, Friedrich, Philipp und Aleidis” as the four children of Wilhelm [IV] (whom he calls Wilhelm [V]), noting that the daughter married “Johann von Linnepe” who, after the murder of her brother Philipp, disputed the succession to Helpenstein with Gumprecht von Alpen, until Friedrich Archbishop of Kóln imprisoned both of them at Godesberg where Johann relinquished his claims to Helpenstein in 1387 and died in 1397 (no sources cited)[3040]. m JOHANN von Linnepe, son of --- (-Godesberg 1397).

2. LUDOLF von Helpenstein (-before 13 Jul 1329). He is recorded as deceased in the 13 Jul 1329 charter quoted above.

3. FRIEDRICH von Helpenstein (-after 5 Nov 1334). “Wilhelmus dominus de Helpenstein, Fridericus et Theodericus eiusdem fratres”, following the imprisonment of “Wilhelmi et Friderici predictorum ac morte Ludolphi fratris nostri...in quadam Reysa” by Heinrich Archbishop of Köln, renounced rights following the archbishop’s destruction of “castri Helpenstein”, by charter dated 13 Jul 1329[3041]. "Wilhelmus dominus de Helpensteyn miles et Fredericus eius frater" sold “curtem...in villa...Slike, parrochie de Glene apud Leydbeerg” [Schlich im Glehn] to the archbishopric of Köln, with the consent of “Elizabet et Elizabet nostrarum...uxorum”, by charter dated 22 Sep 1333[3042]. “Conradus Herr de Dicka und Ehefrau Rykarda” name “...Fredericus de Helpensteyn, Herrn von Oyrsbechge...” as guarantors for their sale of property “zu Aldenhoven und des Patronatsrecht zu Roseiden“ to Köln St Georg by charter dated 5 Nov 1334[3043]. m ELISABETH, daughter of --- (-after 22 Sep 1333). "Wilhelmus dominus de Helpensteyn miles et Fredericus eius frater" sold “curtem...in villa...Slike, parrochie de Glene apud Leydbeerg” [Schlich im Glehn] to the archbishopric of Köln, with the consent of “Elizabet et Elizabet nostrarum...uxorum”, by charter dated 22 Sep 1333[3044].

4. DIETRICH von Helpenstein . “Wilhelmus dominus de Helpenstein, Fridericus et Theodericus eiusdem fratres” renounced rights following the destruction of “castri Helpenstein” by Heinrich Archbishop of Köln by charter dated 13 Jul 1329[3045].

5. [ALEIDIS von Helpenstein (-1348). Abbess of Dalheim: Kluth records “Aleydis, die einzige Schwester dieser Gerhardssöhne” as abbess of Dalheim and her death in 1348 (no sources cited)[3046]. The primary source which confirms her parentage has not been identified.]

E. HERREN von MILLENDONK

The Herrschaft von Millendonk, also called Mylendonk, was located north of Wickrode, west of the city of Düsseldorf and north of the county of Jülich. The chronology suggests that there were four individuals named Dietrich von Millendonk from the mid-12th to mid-13th centuries, as shown below. However, it is impossible to assess which primary sources refer to which person. What follows is a reasonable assessment of the time break-points but does not necessarily provide the definitive answer to the problem.

[Three] brothers:

1. DIETRICH [I] von Millendonk (-after 30 May 1197). Reinald Archbishop of Köln issued a charter dated 22 Feb 1166 relating to the division of their inheritance between "domna Elisabeth de Randenrothe…[et] sororem eius comitissam de Mere domnam…Hildegundem", with the consent of "filiorum ac filiarum domne Elisabeth", witnessed by "...Theodericus de Milendunc et Herimannus de Dicke..."[3047]. A charter dated 1172 records "...Tidrico de Milindunch…" among those who confirmed property bought by Gladbach abbey, witnessed by “...Friderico de Milendunch”[3048]. “...Tirricus de Mylendunc, frater eius Renerus de Frowisbret...” witnessed the charter dated 1188 under which Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed that "Iohannes de Hulse..." had donated property to Kloster Altenberg[3049]. “...Tirricus de Mylendunc, frater eius Renerus de Frowisbret...” witnessed the charter dated 1188 under which Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed that "Iohannes de Hulse..." had donated property to Kloster Altenberg[3050]. “...Teodericus de Mylendunch...” witnessed the charter dated 1189 under which Philipp Archbishop of Köln granted relics to Köln cathedral[3051]. Adolf Archbishop of Köln donated “agri...iuxta ecclesiam”, renounced by "Theodericus de Milindunk", to Knechtsteden abbey by charter dated 1195[3052]. “...Tirricus de Milendunk...” witnessed the charter dated 30 May 1197 under which Adolf Archbishop of Köln confirmed property of Knechtsteden abbey[3053].

2. REINER von Freusburg (-after 1188). Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed the purchase of property at Lützerath by Kloster Neuwerk by charter dated 1168 witnessed by "Theodericus de Milendunck et frater eius Reinnerus, Cristianus de Weulenchouen et fratres sui Adelbero et Willhelmus…"[3054]. “...Tirricus de Mylendunc, frater eius Renerus de Frowisbret...” witnessed the charter dated 1188 under which Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed that "Iohannes de Hulse..." had donated property to Kloster Altenberg[3055].

3. [FRIEDRICH von Millendonk (-after 1172). A charter dated 1172 records "...Tidrico de Milindunch…" among those who confirmed property bought by Gladbach abbey, witnessed by “...Friderico de Milendunch”[3056]. No primary source has been identified which confirms Friedrich’s parentage, but his presence in the same charter in which Dietrich von Millendonk is named suggests a close family relationship. Maybe they were brothers.]

1. DIETRICH [II] von Millendonk (-[after 1216]). Engelbert Archbishop of Köln confirmed arrangements for freeing "dominus Gerardus de Randerode” from a French prison, naming “...Gerardus comes de Are, Otto de Wikerode, Theodericus de Milendung...” as fiduciaries, by charter dated 1216[3057].

2. DIETRICH [III] von Millendonk (-[after Jun 1251]). "Cunradus nobilis vir de Dicka” sold property to Eppinghofen abbey by charter dated 1237, naming “...dominum Ludewicum de Lithberch, Theodericum de Milendunc, Cunradum de Mulenarken...” as fiduciaries[3058]. "Theoderico de Milendonc, Waltero de Brunshorn viris nobilibus…” witnessed the charter dated 18 Mar 1243 under which Konrad Archbishop of Köln confirmed rights of Köln cathedral[3059]. Konrad Archbishop of Köln settled disputes with the Graf von Jülich by charter dated 26 Apr 1245, naming “...Rutgerum de Bremth, Fridericum de Sleida, Walterum de Brunshorn, Theodericum de Milendunch, viros nobiles...” as fiduciaries[3060]. Konrad Archbishop of Köln granted protection to Mechtild Gfn von Sayn by charter dated 21 Jan 1246, naming “...Volquoldum de Buren, Fredericum dominum de Sleida, Theodericum de Milendunc, Lotharium de Wickerode, viros nobiles...” as fiduciaries[3061]. Otto Graaf van Gelre granted property to the archbishop of Köln by charter dated Jun 1251, witnessed by “...Gerardo de Wassenberg, Frederico de Sleida, Wilelmo de Authena, Theoderico de Milendunch”[3062].

1. DIETRICH [IV] von Millendonk (-[26 Jul 1266/1268]). A charter dated 15 Oct 1254 records peace terms between Konrad Archbishop of Köln and Wilhelm Graf von Jülich and names “...Fredericus dominus de Sleida, Th. dominus de Milendunc et Otto de Wikerode” as fiduciaries[3063]. Konrad Archbishop of Köln granted toll revenue to "consanguineus noster…Theodericus dominus de Milendunch” by charter dated 27 Jan 1255[3064]. "Gerardus de Salmis, Fredericus dominus de Sleyda, Theodericus dom. de Milendung…” witnessed the charter dated 17 Apr 1259 under which Konrad Archbishop of Köln removed certain office-holders in Köln[3065]. "Dominus Th. nobilis vir de Milendunc et Hadewigis legitima nostra” confirmed an exchange of property with Eppinghofen abbey by charter dated 13 Nov 1262[3066]. "Rutgerus nobilis vir de Bremit et Sophia filia eius” sold property at “Else” to the Teutonic Knights at Jürath by charter dated Mar 1263, witnessed by “Theoderici domini de Bremit et Giselberti de Bremit fratrum meorum, item Theoderici domini de Milendunc, Ludolfi domini de Dicka...”[3067]. “Theodericus dominus de Milendunc et Hadewig uxor eius” renounced rights to “allodio de Else”, possessed by “Rutgerus nobilis vir de Bremit noster consanguineus”, in favour of the Teutonic Knights, with the consent of “Theoderici filii nostri ac aliorum liberorum...nostrorum”, by charter dated Mar 1263[3068]. “Theodericus dominus de Mylendunc et uxor nostra domina Hadewigis” granted “Gerardum de Elze” to the Teutonic Knights, with the consent of “Theoderici senioris filii nostri et aliorum liberorum nostrorum”, by charter dated 26 Jul 1266[3069]. m HEDWIG, daughter of --- (-after Nov 1273). "Dominus Th. nobilis vir de Milendunc et Hadewigis legitima nostra” confirmed an exchange of property with Eppinghofen abbey by charter dated 13 Nov 1262[3070]. “Theodericus dominus de Milendunc et Hadewig uxor eius” renounced rights to “allodio de Else”, possessed by “Rutgerus nobilis vir de Bremit noster consanguineus”, in favour of the Teutonic Knights, with the consent of “Theoderici filii nostri ac aliorum liberorum...nostrorum”, by charter dated Mar 1263[3071]. “Theodericus dominus de Mylendunc et uxor nostra domina Hadewigis” granted “Gerardum de Elze” to the Teutonic Knights, with the consent of “Theoderici senioris filii nostri et aliorum liberorum nostrorum”, by charter dated 26 Jul 1266[3072]. "Hadewigis relicta Theoderici nobilis de Milendunk”, with the consent of “filii mei Gerlaci”, as “fideissor pro pueris meis Adolpho, Walleramo et filia mea Gotswina”, renounced “advocatia curie...Hoevele” in favour of the archbishop of Köln by charter dated Nov 1273[3073]. Dietrich & his wife had five children:

a) DIETRICH [V] von Millendonk (-[14 Feb 1272/Nov 1273]). “Theodericus dominus de Milendunc et Hadewig uxor eius” renounced rights to “allodio de Else”, possessed by “Rutgerus nobilis vir de Bremit noster consanguineus”, in favour of the Teutonic Knights, with the consent of “Theoderici filii nostri ac aliorum liberorum...nostrorum”, by charter dated Mar 1263[3074]. “Theodericus dominus de Mylendunc et uxor nostra domina Hadewigis” granted “Gerardum de Elze” to the Teutonic Knights, with the consent of “Theoderici senioris filii nostri et aliorum liberorum nostrorum”, by charter dated 26 Jul 1266[3075]. "Dominus Theodericus nobilis vir de Mielendunck” donated his mill “apud Bauerade” to Meer abbey by charter dated 14 Feb 1272[3076].

b) GERLACH von Millendonk (-after 1 Dec 1300). "Hadewigis relicta Theoderici nobilis de Milendunk”, with the consent of “filii mei Gerlaci”, as “fideissor pro pueris meis Adolpho, Walleramo et filia mea Gotswina”, renounced “advocatia curie...Hoevele” in favour of the archbishop of Köln by charter dated Nov 1273[3077]. "Gerlacus de Milendunc” sold certain properties to Engelbert Archbishop of Köln by charter dated 2 Apr 1274, in the presence of “domino Gotzone Ailvestri comite...”[3078]. "Gerlacus nobilis dominus de Milendunck” granted property to “Gerhardo de Juliaco domino de Castre” by charter dated 29 Nov 1290[3079]. “Gerlach von Millendonk” sold “Millendonk und Korschenbroich” to “Johann von Reifferscheid” by charter dated 1297[3080]. "Walraue van Munjohen inde van Valkenburg inde johan van Kuck, herren” arbitrated disputes between Wicbold Archbishop of Köln and Gerhard Graf von Jülich concerning various properties, including “dat gut van Juggende” donated to the archbishop by “Gerlag van Milendunch”, by charter dated 1 Dec 1300[3081].

c) ADOLF von Millendonk . "Hadewigis relicta Theoderici nobilis de Milendunk”, with the consent of “filii mei Gerlaci”, as “fideissor pro pueris meis Adolpho, Walleramo et filia mea Gotswina”, renounced “advocatia curie...Hoevele” in favour of the archbishop of Köln by charter dated Nov 1273[3082]. “Gerlacus, Adolfus et Walramus fratres viri nobiles de Milendunc” confirmed the donation of property made to the Teutonic Knights at Elsen by “dominus Th. de Milendunc pater noster et domina --- mater nostra” by charter dated 2 May 1290[3083].

d) WALRAM von Millendonk . "Hadewigis relicta Theoderici nobilis de Milendunk”, with the consent of “filii mei Gerlaci”, as “fideissor pro pueris meis Adolpho, Walleramo et filia mea Gotswina”, renounced “advocatia curie...Hoevele” in favour of the archbishop of Köln by charter dated Nov 1273[3084]. “Gerlacus, Adolfus et Walramus fratres viri nobiles de Milendunc” confirmed the donation of property made to the Teutonic Knights at Elsen by “dominus Th. de Milendunc pater noster et domina --- mater nostra” by charter dated 2 May 1290[3085].

e) GOTSWINA von Millendonk . "Hadewigis relicta Theoderici nobilis de Milendunk”, with the consent of “filii mei Gerlaci”, as “fideissor pro pueris meis Adolpho, Walleramo et filia mea Gotswina”, renounced “advocatia curie...Hoevele” in favour of the archbishop of Köln by charter dated Nov 1273[3086].

How Rudolf von Reifferscheid inherited the Herrschaft von Millendonk has not been ascertained. As noted below, one possibility is that his first wife was heiress of Millendonk, maybe the daughter of Gerlach von Millendonk who is named above. It should be noted that “Gerlach von Millendonk” sold “Millendonk und Korschenbroich” to “Johann von Reifferscheid” (presumably identified as the older brother of Rudolf von Reifferscheid who is shown below) by charter dated 1297[3087], although the extract consulted does not indicate whether the sale was independent of any family relationship between the parties.

RUDOLF von Reifferscheid, son of FRIEDRICH [II] von Reifferscheid Herr von Malberg & his wife Anna [von Malberg] (-16 Apr 1329). “Johannes dominus de Riferscheit et Kunegundis...coniux nostra cum Johanne filio nostro primogenito” donated property “in villa de Dreisse apud Reinbach” to Steinfeld abbey, and agreed to obtain the consent of “consanguinei nostri de Kempenich dominus Theodericus et frater suus Symon necnon et Johannes de Mailberg et frater suus Rudolfus”, by charter dated 20 Mar 1293[3088]. Herr von Millendonk. "Rudolphus miles de Ryferscheit ac dominus de Mylendunc" sold “bona mea de Wurme” to “nobili viro domino de Hensberg”, naming as fiduciaries “dominum Gerardum comitem Juliacensem, Johannem dominum de Ryferscheit patruum meum, Henricum fratrem meum de Moylsberg...”, by charter dated 17 Jun 1302[3089]. "...Roylfs van Ryferscheit..." acted as adviser in a dispute between Heinrich Archbishop of Köln and Gerhard Graf von Jülich and others by charter dated 1 Jul 1309[3090]. “Rudolphus de Reifferscheid dominus de Mylendunck, Fridericus Joannes et Henricus filii bonæ memoriæ nobilis viri domini Joannis de Reifferscheit militis quondam domini de Mailberch” confirmed that “Rudolphus de consensu...dominæ Aleydis uxoris nostræ ac Friderici nostri primogeniti et...Fridericus, Joannes et Henricus prædicti” had donated property “in districtu nobilis viri domini Joannis domini de Reifferscheidt militis”, to which “domina Aleyde uxore nostri Rudolphi...et Gerardo de Stumbele milite cum Anna eius uxore nostra filia” renounced rights, to Campen by undated charter[3091]. “Rodulfus de Riferscheit dominus de Milendunc et Aleydis conlatralis eiusdem...necnon Fredericus filius...dicti Rodulfi...de priori matrimonio procreatus” reached agreement with the Teutonic Knights concerning certain property by charter dated 16 May 1321[3092]. Pope John XXII issued an indulgence to "nobilis viro Rodolpho de Rifercheit domino de Milendounch" and "Aleidi de Clavis uxori eius" dated 25 Apr 1326[3093].

m firstly ---. Her husband’s inheritance of the Herrschaft von Millendonk, with which no earlier connection has been found in the Reifferscheid family, suggests that he could have been Herr von Millendonk by right of his first wife.

m secondly (1311) as her first husband, ALEIDIS von Kleve, daughter of DIETRICH LUF von Kleve & his second wife Lisa von Virneburg (-1349 or after). “Rudolphus de Reifferscheid dominus de Mylendunck, Fridericus Joannes et Henricus filii bonæ memoriæ nobilis viri domini Joannis de Reifferscheit militis quondam domini de Mailberch” confirmed that “Rudolphus de consensu...dominæ Aleydis uxoris nostræ ac Friderici nostri primogeniti et...Fridericus, Joannes et Henricus prædicti” had donated property “in districtu nobilis viri domini Joannis domini de Reifferscheidt militis”, to which “domina Aleyde uxore nostri Rudolphi...et Gerardo de Stumbele milite cum Anna eius uxore nostra filia” renounced rights, to Campen by undated charter[3094]. “Rodulfus de Riferscheit dominus de Milendunc et Aleydis conlatralis eiusdem...necnon Fredericus filius...dicti Rodulfi...de priori matrimonio procreatus” reached agreement with the Teutonic Knights concerning certain property by charter dated 16 May 1321[3095]. Pope John XXII issued an indulgence to "nobilis viro Rodolpho de Rifercheit domino de Milendounch" and "Aleidi de Clavis uxori eius" dated 25 Apr 1326[3096]. She married secondly Dietrich von Kervenheim.

Rudolf & his first wife had two children:

1. FRIEDRICH (-after 30 Mar 1346). “Rudolphus de Reifferscheid dominus de Mylendunck, Fridericus Joannes et Henricus filii bonæ memoriæ nobilis viri domini Joannis de Reifferscheit militis quondam domini de Mailberch” confirmed that “Rudolphus de consensu...dominæ Aleydis uxoris nostræ ac Friderici nostri primogeniti et...Fridericus, Joannes et Henricus prædicti” had donated property “in districtu nobilis viri domini Joannis domini de Reifferscheidt militis”, to which “domina Aleyde uxore nostri Rudolphi...et Gerardo de Stumbele milite cum Anna eius uxore nostra filia” renounced rights, to Campen by undated charter[3097]. “Fredericus miles filius domini Rudolfi de Ryferscheyt domini de Mylendunc militis” confirmed receiving “decimam...de Rotzeynde, iacentem apud Worme” from “Godefrido domino de Heynsberg et de Blankenberg” by charter dated 20 Jan 1320[3098]. “Rodulfus de Riferscheit dominus de Milendunc et Aleydis conlatralis eiusdem...necnon Fredericus filius...dicti Rodulfi...de priori matrimonio procreatus” reached agreement with the Teutonic Knights concerning certain property by charter dated 16 May 1321[3099]. “Vrederich greue van Murse” agreed the family succession with “Didderich, Johan end Walrauen minen bruederen”, naming “heren Vrederich van Riferscheyt here van Milendunch end Burghart here van Bruke, mien maghe”, by charter dated 30 Mar 1346, subscribed by “heren Vrederich van Riferscheyt here van Milendunch...”[3100].

2. ANNA (-after 25 Mar 1321). “Rudolphus de Reifferscheid dominus de Mylendunck, Fridericus Joannes et Henricus filii bonæ memoriæ nobilis viri domini Joannis de Reifferscheit militis quondam domini de Mailberch” confirmed that “Rudolphus de consensu...dominæ Aleydis uxoris nostræ ac Friderici nostri primogeniti et...Fridericus, Joannes et Henricus prædicti” had donated property “in districtu nobilis viri domini Joannis domini de Reifferscheidt militis”, to which “domina Aleyde uxore nostri Rudolphi...et Gerardo de Stumbele milite cum Anna eius uxore nostra filia” renounced rights, to Campen by undated charter[3101]. “Gerardus de Stumbele miles...et Anna uxore sua legitima filia...Rudolfi de Riferscheyt domini de Milendunc” confirmed a sale of property by her father by charter dated 25 Mar 1321[3102]. m GERHARD von Stommel, son of --- (-after 25 Mar 1321).

F. HERREN von WEVELINGHOVEN

Wevelinghoven is located on the north-western outskirts of Grevenbroich, about 5 kilometres south-east of Schloß Dyck in the present-day German Land of Nordrhein-Westfalen.

1. BERNHARD von Wevelinghoven (-22 Oct 1141). Abbot at Werden 1125[3103].

1. CHRISTIAN [I] von Wevelinghoven (-after 1145). Vogt von Köln St Pantaleon: Arnold [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed property of Köln Pantaleon, at the request of “advocato suo...Christiano de Wivelenchoue”, by charter dated 5 Mar 1143[3104]. Arnold [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the church at Millen by charter dated 1144 witnessed by "Cristianus de Wieuelinchouen…"[3105]. Lambert Abbot of Werden confirmed the purchase of property from "dominum Heinricum de Kastere" by charter dated 1148 witnessed by "Cristianus de Wiuelinghoue et filius eius Adelbero…"[3106]. Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed that "Christianus...et duo filii eius Cristianus et Albero" had founded Kloster Langwaden, and obtained “patronatum illum locum...etiam...Weuellechouen dominium”, by charter dated 1173[3107]. Fahne dates the original foundation to 1145[3108]. [It is uncertain whether the following two charters relate to Christian [I] or Christian [II]: Robert Abbot of Gladbach freed Kloster Buchholz from its Vogt by charter dated 1163 witnessed by "Gerardus filius comitis de Are, Theod. de Kempenich, Cristianus de Wiuellenchoven…"[3109]. Reinald Archbishop of Köln issued a charter dated 22 Feb 1166 relating to the division of their inheritance between "domna Elisabeth de Randenrothe…[et] sororem eius comitissam de Mere domnam…Hildegundem", with the consent of "filiorum ac filiarum domne Elisabeth", witnessed by "…Cristianus de Wivelenchouen…"[3110].] m ---. The name of Christian’s wife is not known. Christian [I] & his wife had three children:

a) CHRISTIAN [II] von Wevelinghoven (-after 1173, before 1216). [It is uncertain whether the following two charters relate to Christian [I] or Christian [II]: Robert Abbot of Gladbach freed Kloster Buchholz from its Vogt by charter dated 1163 witnessed by "Gerardus filius comitis de Are, Theod. de Kempenich, Cristianus de Wiuellenchoven…"[3111]. Reinald Archbishop of Köln issued a charter dated 22 Feb 1166 relating to the division of their inheritance between "domna Elisabeth de Randenrothe…[et] sororem eius comitissam de Mere domnam…Hildegundem", with the consent of "filiorum ac filiarum domne Elisabeth", witnessed by "…Cristianus de Wivelenchouen…"[3112].] Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed the purchase of property at Lützerath by Kloster Neuwerk by charter dated 1168 witnessed by "Theodericus de Milendunck et frater eius Reinnerus, Cristianus de Weulenchouen et fratres sui Adelbero et Willhelmus…"[3113]. "...Christiano advocato de Wiuellinchoven..." witnessed the 1172 charter under which Gladbach bought property from “Alardo de Thuschinbroc”[3114]. Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed that "Christianus...et duo filii eius Cristianus et Albero" had founded Kloster Langwaden, and obtained “patronatum illum locum...etiam...Weuellechouen dominium”, by charter dated 1173[3115]. Engelbert Archbishop-elect of Köln recorded an arbitrated dispute between "comes...de Hoystaden Conrado fratri suo, nobilis de Manderscheyd Alexandro suo fratris, et domini de Weyuelkouen Christiano de Milne" concerning "Weyuelhouen...ecclesiam...[patronatum]" by charter dated 1216, witnessed by “...Wilhelmus de Manderscheyt...Florentius de Weyuelkouen”[3116]. Presumably the original dispute predated the charter, maybe by many years, and involved Christian [II], who by 1216 had been succeeded by the witness Floris von Wevelinghoven (see below).

b) ADALBERO von Wevelinghoven (-after 1168, maybe after 1173). Lambert Abbot of Werden confirmed the purchase of property from "dominum Heinricum de Kastere" by charter dated 1148 witnessed by "Cristianus de Wiuelinghoue et filius eius Adelbero…"[3117]. Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed the purchase of property at Lützerath by Kloster Neuwerk by charter dated 1168 witnessed by "Theodericus de Milendunck et frater eius Reinnerus, Cristianus de Weulenchouen et fratres sui Adelbero et Willhelmus…"[3118]. Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed that "Christianus...et duo filii eius Cristianus et Albero" had founded Kloster Langwaden, and obtained “patronatum illum locum...etiam...Weuellechouen dominium”, by charter dated 1173[3119].

c) WILHELM von Wevelinghoven (-after 1168). Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed the purchase of property at Lützerath by Kloster Neuwerk by charter dated 1168 witnessed by "Theodericus de Milendunck et frater eius Reinnerus, Cristianus de Weulenchouen et fratres sui Adelbero et Willhelmus…"[3120].

The chronology suggests that Floris was the son of Christian [II] or of one of the latter’s brothers.

1. FLORIS von Wevelinghoven (-after 1238). Engelbert Archbishop-elect of Köln recorded an arbitrated dispute between "comes...de Hoystaden Conrado fratri suo, nobilis de Manderscheyd Alexandro suo fratris, et domini de Weyuelkouen Christiano de Milne" concerning "Weyuelhouen...ecclesiam...[patronatum]" by charter dated 1216, witnessed by “...Wilhelmus de Manderscheyt...Florentius de Weyuelkouen”[3121]. "Florentius nobilis vir de Wyuelinchouen et uxor sua legitima Beatrix" donated property "in Rukerode" to Eppinghofen abbey by charter dated 1238, witnessed by “Wilhelmus nobilis vir de Hunenbruc et uxor sua Mechtildis, Jutta nobilis de Erprode...Cristianus filius noster...”[3122]. m BEATRIX, daughter of --- (-after 1238). "Florentius nobilis vir de Wyuelinchouen et uxor sua legitima Beatrix" donated property "in Rukerode" to Eppinghofen abbey by charter dated 1238, witnessed by “Wilhelmus nobilis vir de Hunenbruc et uxor sua Mechtildis, Jutta nobilis de Erprode...Cristianus filius noster...”[3123]. The presence of “Mechtildis, Jutta” in the witness list of this document suggests that the property in question was inherited by Beatrix jointly with them, maybe her sisters. Floris & his wife had one child:

a) CHRISTIAN von Wevelinghoven (-after 1238). "Florentius nobilis vir de Wyuelinchouen et uxor sua legitima Beatrix" donated property "in Rukerode" to Eppinghofen abbey by charter dated 1238, witnessed by “Wilhelmus nobilis vir de Hunenbruc et uxor sua Mechtildis, Jutta nobilis de Erprode...Cristianus filius noster...”[3124].

Two siblings.

1. GERHARD von Wevelinghoven (-after 27 Oct 1268). Herr von Wevelinghoven. Fahne records charters dated 1255/56 under which “Gerard, Herr von W., Agnes seine Schwester, Ehefrau des Ritters Wicker von Wilre” donated property to the Teutonic Knights[3125]. Fahne records that “Gerard vir nobilis de Weuelkouen und seine Frau Gertrud” donated serfs to Kloster Schweinheim by charter dated 1266 (no source cited)[3126]. "Ludolfus dominus de Dicka” sold “maiorem decimam nostram...apud Bruke iuxta Niuenhem” to the Teutonic Knights at Coblenz, with the consent of “Gerardi, Henrici, Ludolfi, Wilhelmi et Aleidis liberorum et heredum nostrorum”, by charter dated 27 Oct 1268, witnessed by “...Gerardo filio domini Gerardi de Weuelhenkouen...”[3127]. m GERTRUD, daughter of --- (-after 1266). Fahne records that “Gerard vir nobilis de Weuelkouen und seine Frau Gertrud” donated serfs to Kloster Schweinheim by charter dated 1266 (no source cited)[3128]. Gerhard & his wife had one child:

a) GERHARD von Wevelinghoven (-after 1281). "Ludolfus dominus de Dicka” sold “maiorem decimam nostram...apud Bruke iuxta Niuenhem” to the Teutonic Knights at Coblenz, with the consent of “Gerardi, Henrici, Ludolfi, Wilhelmi et Aleidis liberorum et heredum nostrorum”, by charter dated 27 Oct 1268, witnessed by “...Gerardo filio domini Gerardi de Weuelhenkouen...”[3129]. “Tilmannus miles und Gerardus de Wievilinchouen nobiles viri” witnessed the charter dated 1281 under which the abbess of Langwaden sold land near Randerode to the Teutonic Knights[3130].

2. AGNES von Wevelinghoven (-after 1256). Fahne records charters dated 1255/56 under which “Gerard, Herr von W., Agnes seine Schwester, Ehefrau des Ritters Wicker von Wilre” sold property to the Teutonic Knights[3131]. m WICKER von Wilre, son of ---.

Four brothers, the primary source which confirms their parents has not been identified:

1. DIETRICH von Wevelinghoven (-after 2 May 1273). “...Th. de Wiuelinghouen...” acted as fiduciaries in the charter dated 24 Aug 1271 under which “H. comes de Kessele” sold property[3132]. Herr von Wevelinghoven: “...Theoderico d. de Wiuelhouen...militibus” witnessed the charter dated 2 May 1273 under which “Henricus comes de Kessele” mortgaged “castrum nostrum in Brücke [Grevenbroich] ...cum iudiciis in villis Aldenrode, Barenstede, et in villa de Bruche” to the archbishop of Köln[3133]. m ---. The primary source which confirms the name of Dietrich’s wife has not been identified. Fahne names her “Hedwig von Reide”[3134]. This family origin is consistent with Wilhelm [I] Herr von Wevelinghoven naming “...d. Johannis domini de Reyde, consanguinei mei” in the 29 Jun 1354 charter quoted below, assuming that Wilhelm was descended from Dietrich (which has not been confirmed, as noted below). It should also be noted that the consanguinity between Friedrich [I] Herr von Wevelinghoven and the Helpenstein family (see the 13 Jul 1329 charter quoted below) has not been explained.

2. TILMANN von Wevelinghoven (-after 1297). Fahne suggests that Tilmann may have been the same person as Dietrich Herr von Wevelinghoven[3135]. “Tilmannus miles und Gerardus de Wievilinchouen nobiles viri” witnessed the charter dated 1281 under which the abbess of Langwaden sold land near Randerode to the Teutonic Knights[3136]. Herr von Wevelinghoven: “Tilman Herr v. W. Ritter mit seinem Bruder Florenz Domherr zu Cöln” were named in a charter dated 1297[3137].

3. FLORIS von Wevelinghoven (-after 1297). Canon at Köln Cathedral: “Tilman Herr v. W. Ritter mit seinem Bruder Florenz Domherr zu Cöln” were named in a charter dated 1297[3138].

4. DIETRICH von Wevelinghoven (-after 1317). “Friedrich Herr von W.” was enfeoffed with “Wickrode” by charter dated 1302[3139]. “Friedrich Herr von W. mit seinem Oheim Diedrich v. W.” were named as present at the marriage of “Hermanns von Limburg mit Everdina von Gutterswick” dated 1317[3140].

Two brothers. Friedrich’s inheritance of the Herrschaft Wevelinghoven indicates that he was the son of either Dietrich or Tilmann Herren von Wevelinghoven, named above.

1. FRIEDRICH [I] von Wevelinghoven (-after 5 Nov 1334). Herr von Wevelinghoven. “Friedrich Herr von W.” was enfeoffed with “Wickrode” by charter dated 1302[3141]. “Friedrich Herr von W. mit seinem Oheim Diedrich v. W.” were named as present at the marriage of “Hermanns von Limburg mit Everdina von Gutterswick” dated 1317[3142]. "Arnoldi domini de Randenrode, Conradi domni de Sleyda, Rutgeri advocati Coloniensis, Lodowici de Randenroyde et Philiippi de Kentencih, militum, Friderici domini de Weuelinchouen et Henrici domini de Wickerode, nostrorum consanguineorum" witnessed the charter dated 13 Jul 1329 under which “Wilhelmus dominus de Helpenstein, Fridericus et Theodericus eiusdem fratres”, following the imprisonment of “Wilhelmi et Friderici predictorum ac morte Ludolphi fratris nostri...in quadam Reysa” by Heinrich Archbishop of Köln, renounced rights following the archbishop’s destruction of “castri Helpenstein”, including rights in “feodo castrensi...Hor, quod avus nostro in castro Helikeroyde olim habuit et a comitibus de Robrinchouen comparauerat”[3143]. "Wilhelmus dominus de Helpensteyn miles et Fredericus eius frater" sold “curtem...in villa...Slike, parrochie de Glene apud Leydbeerg” [Schlich im Glehn] to the archbishopric of Köln, with the consent of “Elizabet et Elizabet nostrarum...uxorum”, naming “Conradum dominum de Dicka, Rabodonem Burgravium de Odenkirchen, Hermannum de Bagheym, Conradum dictum Lappe, milites, Wilhelmum de Sleyda, Coloniensis ecclesie maioris, Gobelinum de Bylsteyn...ecclesiarum Coloniensium canonicos, necnon Fredericum dominum de Weuelichouen, Fredericum primogenitum de Sleyda, Theodericum dictum Mennekyn de Velroyde et Wilhelmum eius fratrem, armigeros” as fiduciaries, by charter dated 22 Sep 1333[3144]. “Conradus Herr de Dicka und Ehefrau Rykarda” name “...Fredericus, Herrn de Wevilchoven” as guarantors for their sale of property “zu Aldenhoven und des Patronatsrecht zu Roseiden“ to Köln St Georg by charter dated 5 Nov 1334[3145]. He is named as deceased in the 29 Jun 1354 charter of his son Wilhelm quoted below. [m firstly ANNA von Broich, daughter of ---. Fahne names her as Friedrich’s first wife[3146].] m [secondly] ALEIDIS, daughter of --- (-before 29 Jun 1354). Fahne names her “Aleid von Millen”[3147]. She is named as deceased in the 29 Jun 1354 charter of her son Wilhelm quoted below. Friedrich [I] & his [second] wife had three children:

a) WILHELM [I] von Wevelinghoven (-after 1377). Herr von Wevelinghoven. "Wilhelmus dominus de Weuilkouen" acknowledged that “quondam Fredericus dominus de Weuilkouen et Aleydis eius uxor...parentes mei bone memorie” had transferred “castri sui Weuilkouen” to Heinrich Archbishop of Köln and his successors, by charter dated 29 Jun 1354, sealed by “dominorum Florekini senioris Avunculi, Florekini iunioris et Godefridi de Weuilkouen, fratrum meorum, canonicorum maioris ecclesie Coloniensis, necnon d. Johannis domini de Reyde, consanguinei mei”[3148]. "Florencium episcopum Monasteriensem, nobiles…Godefridum de Weuelkouen…canonicos ecclesie nostre Coloniensis…Wilhelmum dominum de Weuelkouen, consanguineos nostros…" witnessed the 25 Jun 1364 charter under which Engelbert Archbishop of Köln confirmed the homage of “Adolphus de Marka consanguineus noster”[3149]. m CARDA Gräfin von Hoya, daughter of ---. Fahne records her family origin and marriage[3150]. Wilhelm [I] & his wife had one child:

i) FRIEDRICH [II] von Wevelinghoven (-after 1418). Herr von Wevelinghoven. A charter dated 7 Dec 1418 records “...Frederich herre zo Weuelkoeuen, Wilhelm sun zo Weuelkoeuen herre zo Grebben...” pledging themselves in relation to “dat slos ind heirlicheit van der Dycke” before “unser swegersen ind vrauwen van Ryfferscheit off van yrre kinder” reach his majority[3151]. Their relationship with Jutta van Culemborg has not been traced. m IRMGARD von Broich, daughter of ---. Fahne records her family origin and marriage[3152]. Friedrich [II] & his wife had one child:

(1) WILHELM [II] von Wevelinghoven (-after 1435). A charter dated 7 Dec 1418 records “...Frederich herre zo Weuelkoeuen, Wilhelm sun zo Weuelkoeuen herre zo Grebben...” pledging themselves in relation to “dat slos ind heirlicheit van der Dycke” before “unser swegersen ind vrauwen van Ryfferscheit off van yrre kinder” reach his majority[3153]. Herr von Wevelinghoven. m JOHANNA von Alfter, daughter of JOHANN von Alfter Erbmarschall & his wife Maria von der Mark-Arenberg. Fahne records her parentage and marriage[3154]. Heiress of Alfter and the Marschallamt von Köln. Wilhelm [II] & his wife had two children:

(a) ANNA von Wevelinghoven . Heiress of Wevelinghoven and Leuenthal. m HEINRICH von Gehmen, son of ---.

(b) IRMGARD von Wevelinghoven (-1474, bur Salm St Wolfgang). Fahne records her parentage and marriage, date of death and place of burial[3155]. Heiress of Alfter and the Marschallamt von Köln. m JOHANN [VI] Herr von Reifferscheid, son of JOHANN [V] Herr von Reifferscheid & his second wife Jutta van Culemborg (-28 Sep 1475, bur Köln). Graf zu Salm-Niedersalm 1455.

b) FLORIS von Wevelinghoven (-1394). He is named in the 29 Jun 1354 charter of his brother Wilhelm quoted above. Canon at Köln Cathedral. Subdeacon at Köln 1361, Deacon 1364, Bishop of Münster 1364, Bishop of Utrecht 1379[3156]. "Florencium episcopum Monasteriensem, nobiles…Godefridum de Weuelkouen…canonicos ecclesie nostre Coloniensis…Wilhelmum dominum de Weuelkouen, consanguineos nostros…" witnessed the 25 Jun 1364 charter under which Engelbert Archbishop of Köln confirmed the homage of “Adolphus de Marka consanguineus noster”[3157].

c) GOTTFRIED von Weverlinghoven (-1433). He is named in the 29 Jun 1354 charter of his brother Wilhelm quoted above. Canon at Köln Cathedral. "Florencium episcopum Monasteriensem, nobiles…Godefridum de Weuelkouen…canonicos ecclesie nostre Coloniensis…Wilhelmum dominum de Weuelkouen, consanguineos nostros…" witnessed the 25 Jun 1364 charter under which Engelbert Archbishop of Köln confirmed the homage of “Adolphus de Marka consanguineus noster”[3158].

2. FLORIS von Wevelinghoven (-after 29 Jun 1354). He is named in the 29 Jun 1354 charter of his nephew Wilhelm quoted above. Canon at Köln Cathedral.

G. HERREN von WICKRATH [WICKERODE]

The family origin of the first two Wickrath family members shown below has not been ascertained. An article in the Annalen des historischen Vereins für den Niederrhein suggests that Gerhard von Wickrath was the same person as Gerhard [I] Graf von Hochstaden, commenting that the latter was “ohne Zweifel zugleich Besitzer von Wickerath”[3159]. The justification for the strength of this assertion is unclear. If correct it would explain the transmission of Wickrath to Otto von Ahr in the late 12th century as shown below, although there are other possible explanations as the wives of both Gerhard [I] Graf von Hochstaden and Gerhard [II] Graf von Hochstaden are unknown and the name Gerhard was common in the area at the time. If the suggested co-identity is correct, it is unclear why Gerhard von Wickrath was not named with his comital title in the 1118 charter which is quoted below.

1. GERLACH von Wickrath (-after 1068). "Adolfus advocatus de Monte, Gerlach de Wikerothe..." witnessed the charter dated 1068 under which Anno Archbishop of Köln which confirmed the exclusive right of Werden abbey to "decimas...in Westphalica seu Ostphalica quod alio nomine...Aengarica..."[3160]. The Vita Annonis Archiepiscopi Colonienses records the interactions of “comitem Gerlachum possessorem castri...Wichinrod” with Archbishop Anno[3161].

2. GERHARD von Wickrath (-after 1118). Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed donations to Kloster Dunwald and shared the Vogteischaft with "comitis Adolphi" by charter dated 1118 witnessed by "Adolfus comes de Monte et frater eius Euerhardus, Gerardus comes de Wassenberg […et filius eius Gerardus], Theodericus comes de Thonburch, Theodericus comes de Ara, domnus Goswinus de Hennesberg et frater eius Gerardus…Gerardus de Wyckerode…"[3162].

OTTO von Ahr, son of OTTO Graf von Ahr & his wife Adelheid von Hochstaden (-after 1208). "Theodoricus comes Hostaden, Otto frater eius" witnessed a charter of Philipp Archbishop of Köln dated 1173[3163]. Herr von Wickrath. Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed donations to Kloster Camp by charter dated 1181 witnessed by "Comes Ingelbertus, Otto de Wicrode, Comes Ulricus de Norberch, filius eius Gerardus…"[3164]. Philipp Archbishop of Köln confirmed purchase of property by "domna Hildegundis…fundatrix cenobii…in Mere" by charter dated 1183 witnessed by "Theodericus comes de Hostade et frater eius Otto de Wikkerode…"[3165]. Philipp Archbishop of Köln donated property to Kloster Kaiserswerth by charter dated 5 Aug 1190 witnessed by "Thidericus comes de Hostaden, Otto de Wiggerodthe frater eius, Gerhardus comes de Are, Fridericus comes de Altina, Conradus de Dicke, Reterus frater eius, Hermannus de Else…"[3166]. Adolf [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation of revenue from Eggenrath and property at Venrath to Kloster Knechtsteden made by "Otto de Wickerode", for the anniversary of "filie sue…Ude" and with the consent of "uxoris sue et filiorum", noting that "Otto filius Ottonis" held "advocatiam", by charter dated 30 May 1197 witnessed by "…Gerardus comes de Nurberg, Lutharius comes de Are…"[3167].

m ---. The primary source which confirms the name of Otto’s wife has not been identified.

Otto [I] & his wife had children:

1. [SALOME von Wickrath (-after 1211, bur Rastede). The Historia Monasterii Rastedensis names "Salome…nata de Wickenrode" as the wife of "Mauricius frater suus [=Cristiani]"[3168]. Europäische Stammtafeln shows Salome as the daughter of Otto [I] von Wickrath[3169]. If that is correct, Salome must have been one of her parents’ older children: she had a daughter who married before 1211, whereas the first marriage of her supposed brother Otto [II] is dated to [1207/08]. “Comes Mauritius de Aldenburg” sold property to Kloster Bassum, when “filiam meam parvulam Salome” entered the monastery, with the consent of “uxore mea Salome et filiis...Christiano et Ottone...et filiabus meis Hathewige, Cunigunde, Salome et Oda”, by charter dated to before 1209[3170]. m MORITZ [I] Graf von Oldenburg, son of CHRISTIAN [I] Graf von Oldenburg & his wife Kunigunde --- (-before 1209, bur Rastede).]

2. OTTO [II] von Wickrath (-[26 Apr 1245/27 Aug 1247]). Adolf [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation of revenue from Eggenrath and property at Venrath to Kloster Knechtsteden made by "Otto de Wickerode", for the anniversary of "filie sue…Ude" and with the consent of "uxoris sue et filiorum", noting that "Otto filius Ottonis" held "advocatiam", by charter dated 30 May 1197 witnessed by "…Gerardus comes de Nurberg, Lutharius comes de Are…"[3171]. “...Otto de Wikerode, Galeramus, Henricus, fratres...” witnessed the charter dated 1208 which records a treaty between Theoderich Archbishop of Köln and Henri Duke of Brabant[3172]. "Otto nobilis vir de Wikerode...et filios nostros...Ottonem et Theodoricum Colonienses canonicos Lutherum et Henricum" donated property to the church of Asch by charter dated 1229, witnessed by “Ludewicus de Randinrode...Lutherus comes de Hostaden, Theodericus comes de Morse, Herimannus de Molenarkin...Theodericus de Blanckenheim...Herimannus nobilis advocatus Colon...”[3173]. "Otto de Wykerode" donated “allodium nostrum in Asch” to Kloster Schillingscapellen, with the consent of “filiorum nostrorum Luttharii et Heinrici”, by charter dated 1240[3174]. "Otto de Wickerode" confirmed that "domina Alveradis de Molbag bone memorie uxor nostra" had donated the church of Lobberich to Knechtsteden abbey by charter dated 26 Apr 1245[3175]. m firstly ([1207/08]) as her second husband, ALVERADIS, widow of WILHELM [II] "der Grosse" Graf von Jülich, daughter and heiress of ADALBERT Graf von Molbach & his wife Adelheid von Vianden (before 1177-[7 Mar 1216/26 Apr 1245]). A charter dated 7 Mar 1216 confirmed the donation by "nobilis matrona Alveradis…comitissa de Molbach" to Altenberg abbey, with the consent of "marito ipsius domino Ottone de Wikerode", by charter dated 7 Mar 1216[3176]. It should be noted that the county of Molbach was granted to her first husband’s successor, Wilhelm [III] Graf von Jülich, in 1208, and not to Alveradis’s second husband. "Otto de Wickerode" confirmed that "domina Alveradis de Molbag bone memorie uxor nostra" had donated the church of Lobberich to Knechtsteden abbey by charter dated 26 Apr 1245[3177]. m secondly ---. The chronology of the life of Otto’s son Dietrich suggests that he was much younger than his brothers, and therefore probably born from a later marriage of his father. Otto [II] & his first wife had three children:

a) LOTHAR von Wickrath (-after Jul 1264). "Lutharius de Wikerode Ottonis filius" confirmed that "dominus Conradus de Dikka socer noster" had donated “sylvulam...in Eggenheim” to Knechtsteden abbey by charter dated 1227[3178]. "Otto nobilis vir de Wikerode...et filios nostros...Ottonem et Theodoricum Colonienses canonicos Lutherum et Henricum" donated property to the church of Asch by charter dated 1229[3179]. "Otto de Wykerode" donated “allodium nostrum in Asch” to Kloster Schillingscapellen, with the consent of “filiorum nostrorum Luttharii et Heinrici”, by charter dated 1240[3180]. Herr von Wickrath. "Lutharius dominus de Wickerode, Gerardus comes de Neuenare, Henricus de Arberg burgravius Coloniensis, Philippus dominus de Wildenberg..." witnessed the charter dated 27 Aug 1247 under which Konrad Archbishop of Köln confirmed donations made by Heinrich Graf von Sayn[3181]. "Henricus et Lotharius nobiles viri domini de Wicherode" donated property in “Becke et...in Weytueld...[et] in Mulne” to Hamborn abbey by charter dated 1258, witnessed by “Rutgerus nobilis vir de Wickerode...”[3182]. "Ludolfus dominus de Dicka et Luthterus dominus de Wickerode nobiles viri” confirmed that “Sibertus de Helpenstein miles et Kunegundis uxor sua” had donated property “apud Hechencheim” to Altenberg abbey by charter dated Jul 1264[3183]. m (before 1227) --- von Dyck, daughter of KONRAD Herr von Dyck & his wife ---. Her parentage and marriage are confirmed by the charter dated 1227 under which "Lutharius de Wikerode Ottonis filius" confirmed that "dominus Conradus de Dikka socer noster" had donated “sylvulam...in Eggenheim” to Knechtsteden abbey[3184]. Lothar & his wife had [four] children:

i) [--- von Wickrath . The existence of this additional generation between Lothar and Ludolf is likely. Ludolf had adult grandchildren in 1311 as noted below, which suggests his birth not later than [1250]. If that is correct, Ludolf would be too young to have been the son of Lothar, who was already married in 1227. m ---.] One child:

(a) LUDOLF von Wickrath (-after 22 Jan 1297). Herr von Wickrath. "Ludolphus dominus de Wyckeroyde et domina Irmegardis eius uxor” sold property “sitam Ecginckeym infra parrochiam de Rumerskirgen” to the Teutonic Knights at Coblenz, with the consent of “Katherina et Jutta filiabus nostris”, by charter dated 22 Jan 1297, sealed by “nobilium virorum dominorum Wilhelmi domini de Elpinstein, Ottonis domini de Wyckeroyde, avunculorum nostrorum”[3185]. m IRMGARD, daughter of ---. "Ludolphus dominus de Wyckeroyde et domina Irmegardis eius uxor” sold property “sitam Ecginckeym infra parrochiam de Rumerskirgen” to the Teutonic Knights at Coblenz, with the consent of “Katherina et Jutta filiabus nostris”, by charter dated 22 Jan 1297[3186]. Ludolf & his wife had two children:

(1) KATHARINA von Wickrath (-after 1335). "Ludolphus dominus de Wyckeroyde et domina Irmegardis eius uxor” sold property “sitam Ecginckeym infra parrochiam de Rumerskirgen” to the Teutonic Knights at Coblenz, with the consent of “Katherina et Jutta filiabus nostris”, by charter dated 22 Jan 1297[3187]. "Wilhelmus de Milne miles dominus de Wickerade, Katherina eius uxor...Wilhelmus primogenitus eius, Jutta eius legitima, Elizabeth et Aleidis, liberi et heredes domini Wilhelmi militis predicti" sold “nostra bona in Milne”, inherited from “ex morte virorum nobilium Theoderici dicti de Salden et Johannis de Milne fratrum”, to Camp abbey by charter dated 22 Apr 1311[3188]. Her second marriage is recorded in Europäische Stammtafeln[3189], but the primary source on which this information is based has not been identified. m firstly (before 22 Apr 1311) WILHELM von Millen Herr von Grebbe, son of ---. Herr von Wickrath. "Wilhelmus de Milne [Millen] miles dominus de Grebbe et de Wyckerode et Wilhelmus noster filius" swore allegiance to “Gerardo comiti Juliacensis” for “de parte castri Wyckerode nos contingente”, except for obligations towards “domino comiti Gelrensi a quo dictum castrum dependet”, by charter dated 22 Sep 1310[3190]. m secondly (before 13 Apr 1330) as his first wife, JOHANN [II] von Bilstein, son of DIETRICH [III] Herr von Bilstein & his wife Katharina von Arnsberg (-after 1368).

(2) JUTTA von Wickrath . "Ludolphus dominus de Wyckeroyde et domina Irmegardis eius uxor” sold property “sitam Ecginckeym infra parrochiam de Rumerskirgen” to the Teutonic Knights at Coblenz, with the consent of “Katherina et Jutta filiabus nostris”, by charter dated 22 Jan 1297[3191].

ii) HEINRICH von Wickrath (-before 21 Mar 1283). Herr von Wickrath. m SOPHIE, daughter of --- (-after 21 Mar 1283). "Sophia relicta viri nobilis quondam domini H. de Wickerode bone memorie, Otto miles ac Henricus clericus, filii eius" renounced rights over land "de Esch" in favour of Köln cathedral by charter dated 21 Mar 1283[3192]. Heinrich & his wife had children:

(a) OTTO von Wickrath . "Sophia relicta viri nobilis quondam domini H. de Wickerode bone memorie, Otto miles ac Henricus clericus, filii eius" renounced rights over land "de Esch" in favour of Köln cathedral by charter dated 21 Mar 1283[3193].

(b) HEINRICH von Wickrath . "Sophia relicta viri nobilis quondam domini H. de Wickerode bone memorie, Otto miles ac Henricus clericus, filii eius" renounced rights over land "de Esch" in favour of Köln cathedral by charter dated 21 Mar 1283[3194].

iii) OTTO von Wickrath (-after 22 Jan 1297). ["…Otto de Wickenrode" was among those who declared war against Sifrid Archbishop of Köln by charter dated 8 Apr 1277[3195].] "Ludolphus dominus de Wyckeroyde et domina Irmegardis eius uxor” sold property “sitam Ecginckeym infra parrochiam de Rumerskirgen” to the Teutonic Knights at Coblenz, with the consent of “Katherina et Jutta filiabus nostris”, by charter dated 22 Jan 1297, sealed by “nobilium virorum dominorum Wilhelmi domini de Elpinstein, Ottonis domini de Wyckeroyde, avunculorum nostrorum”[3196].

iv) [[SOPHIE] (-[after Nov 1262]). The possible family origin of Wilhelm [III]’s wife is indicated by the 22 Jan 1297 charter quoted above. Assuming that avunculorum in that document was not used in an extended sense, the most likely explanation for the Helpenstein/Wickrath family relationship is that Sophie was the paternal aunt of Ludolf von Wickrath, although no other document has been found which confirms the connection. This suggestion would also explain the introduction of the name Ludolf into the Helpenstein family with Wilhelm [III]’s younger son. She is only named “Sophie” in a Nov 1262 charter ("Wilhelmus…dominus de Helpenstein et Sophia uxor sua” confirmed that “Adam dictus Quercu” had sold property “apud Dalheim” to Kloster Dalheim by charter dated Nov 1262[3197]) which, as suggested in the Helpenstein section, could refer either to Wilhelm [II] or to Wilhelm [III] von Helpenstein. m WILHELM [III] Herr von Helpenstein, son of --- (-[22 Jan 1297/28 May 1300]).]

b) HEINRICH von Wickrath . "Otto nobilis vir de Wikerode...et filios nostros...Ottonem et Theodoricum Colonienses canonicos Lutherum et Henricum" donated property to the church of Asch by charter dated 1229[3198]. "Otto de Wykerode" donated “allodium nostrum in Asch” to Kloster Schillingscapellen, with the consent of “filiorum nostrorum Luttharii et Heinrici”, by charter dated 1240[3199]. "Henricus et Lotharius nobiles viri domini de Wicherode" donated property in “Becke et...in Weytueld...[et] in Mulne” to Hamborn abbey by charter dated 1258, witnessed by “Rutgerus nobilis vir de Wickerode...”[3200].

c) OTTO von Wickrath (-after Jun 1247). "Otto nobilis vir de Wikerode...et filios nostros...Ottonem et Theodoricum Colonienses canonicos Lutherum et Henricum" donated property to the church of Asch by charter dated 1229[3201]. “Otto et Theodericus fratres de Wickerode canonici Colonienses” donated “medietatem domus nostre...in domo...vetus palatium” to Köln Cathedral by charter dated Jun 1247[3202].

Otto [II] & his second wife had one child:

d) DIETRICH von Wickrath (-after 4 Apr 1279). "Otto nobilis vir de Wikerode...et filios nostros...Ottonem et Theodoricum Colonienses canonicos Lutherum et Henricum" donated property to the church of Asch by charter dated 1229[3203]. “Otto et Theodericus fratres de Wickerode canonici Colonienses” donated “medietatem domus nostre...in domo...vetus palatium” to Köln Cathedral by charter dated Jun 1247[3204]. "Willelmus miles dominus de Horne et de Althena" notified "Arnoldo comiti de Los" of the decision made by “dominus Theodericus de Wikerode prepositus sancti Salvatoris Traiectensis canonicus Leodiensis et awonculus meus” relating to the dispute involving “ville...de Yttrene” by charter dated 4 Apr 1279[3205]. Dietrich’s precise family relationship with Willem Heer van Horne has not been established.

3. UDA von Wickrath (-before 30 May 1197). Adolf [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed the donation of revenue from Eggenrath and property at Venrath to Kloster Knechtsteden made by "Otto de Wickerode", for the anniversary of "filie sue…Ude" and with the consent of "uxoris sue et filiorum", noting that "Otto filius Ottonis" held "advocatiam", by charter dated 30 May 1197 witnessed by "…Gerardus comes de Nurberg, Lutharius comes de Are…"[3206].

1. RUTGER von Wickrath (-after 1258). "Theodericus dominus de Altena" granted property at Schalwijk to certain men of Zeeland by charter dated 8 Aug 1233, witnessed by "Wilhelmus et Engelbertus de Horne, Rutgerus de Wickerode…"[3207]. "Henricus et Lotharius nobiles viri domini de Wicherode" donated property in “Becke et...in Weytueld...[et] in Mulne” to Hamborn abbey by charter dated 1258, witnessed by “Rutgerus nobilis vir de Wickerode...”[3208].

2. HEINRICH von Wickrath (-after 13 Jul 1329). "…Friderici domini de Weuelinchouen et Henrici domini de Wickerode nostrorum consanguineorum" witnessed the charter dated 13 Jul 1329 under which “Wilhelmus dominus de Helpenstein, Fridericus et Theodericus eiusdem fratres” renounced rights following the destruction of their castle[3209].

Chapter 10. GRAFEN von VIRNEBURG

The county of Virneburg was located west of the city of Koblenz, between the towns of Mayen in the east and Adenau in the west, south of the county of Ahr. It lies within the present-day German region of Rheinland-Pfalz. No information has been found which confirms that the earliest Grafen von Virneburg named below are related in a direct line of father to son.

1. BERN[HARD] von Virneburg (-after 1061). "...Bern de Virneburch..." witnessed the charter dated 1042 under which Poppo Archbishop of Trier granted exemption from navigation tolls on the Mosel to Trier St. Simeon[3210]. "…Bern. de Uirniburc…" witnessed the charter dated 1052 under which Eberhard Archbishop of Trier donated property given by "Walramno comiti de Arlo coniugique eius domne Adelheide" to "ecclesie…s. Simeoni"[3211]. "Bern. de Uirneburhe, Odelbreht de Stalle, Adelbero de Madelberhc..." head the lay witnesses to the charter dated 1061 under which Eberhard Archbishop of Trier confirmed the donation of “in villa Munzecha necnon Merkedesheim in pago Nahgouue in comitatu Emichonis” made by “Hunoldus” to St. Simeon[3212].

2. HERMANN [I] von Virneburg (-after [1112]). "Wolueradi, Herimanni de castello Virneburch..." headed the lay witnesses to the charter dated 8 Feb 1097 under which Egilbert Archbishop of Trier granted rights relating to milling to Trier St. Martin[3213]. "...Herimanno de Uirneburch..." witnessed the charter dated 1107 under which Bruno Archbishop of Trier founded Kloster Springirsbach[3214]. Graf von Virneburg. "Herman comes de Uerneburg…" witnessed the charter dated to [1112] under which Pfalzgraf Siegfried founded Laach abbey[3215].

3. HERMANN [II] von Virneburg (-after 1157). Graf von Virneburg. "…Hermannus comes de Virneburc…" witnessed the charter dated 6 Jan 1157 under which Emperor Friedrich I "Barbarossa" confirmed possession of Abtei St Maximin to the archbishop of Trier[3216]. m --- von Arnsberg, daughter of GOTTFRIED Graf von Arnsberg & his [first] wife Ida [Jutta] von Arnsberg. The primary source which confirms her parentage and marriage has not yet been identified.

Two brothers, parents not identified:

1. REINHOLD von Virneburg (-after 1154). "Homines mei liberi...Reinoldus de Virneburc et frater eius Reginoldus et filii eorum…" witnessed the charter dated 1154 under which “Theodericus filius Liutheri comitis de Are” agreed rights with his fiefholders[3217]. m ---. The name of Reinhold’s wife is not known. Reinhold & his wife had children:

a) son(s) . His/their existence is confirmed by the 1154 charter quoted above.

2. REGINHOLD von Virneburg (-after 1154). "Homines mei liberi...Reinoldus de Virneburc et frater eius Reginoldus et filii eorum…" witnessed the charter dated 1154 under which “Theodericus filius Liutheri comitis de Are” agreed rights with his fiefholders[3218]. m ---. The name of Reinhold’s wife is not known. Reginhold & his wife had children:

a) son(s) . His/their existence is confirmed by the 1154 charter quoted above.

[Four] brothers:

1. GOTTFRIED von Virneburg (-after [1194]). Graf von Virneburg. "Godefridus et Fredericus fratres comites de Vernenburgh" donated their castle and county to Johann Archbishop of Trier by charter dated 9 Aug 1187 witnessed by "Henrici comitis Palatini Reni advocatie ecclesie predicte…Walrami comitis in Spanheim, Conradi de Blankenheim et Wilhelmi domni in Duna…"[3219]. "Laicis: Godefrido comite de Virnburch, Reinbaldo et Gerlaco de Ysenburch, Rudolpho de Malberch" witnessed the charter dated 1192 under which Johann Archbishop of Trier restored property to Stift Carden[3220]. "Gerlacus de Isenburg et eius filiis" agreed that "castri de Altenburg et castri de Coverna inferioris" were fiefs of the archbishopric of Trier by charter dated to [1194], witnessed by "…Gotfridus comes de Virneburg et frater eius Fridericus…"[3221]. m ---. The name of Gottfried’s wife is not known. Gottfried & his wife had [two children]:

a) [HERMANN [III] von Virneburg (-[25 Nov 1238/15 Feb 1242]). "Comes Hermannus de Virneburch, Fridericus patruus eius, Ernestus et frater eius Henricus…" subscribed the charter dated 1213 under which "Henricus de Ysenburch" donated property at Cruft to Laach abbey[3222]. This charter indicates that Hermann [III] was the nephew of Graf Friedrich but not that he was the son of Gottfried, although the fact that he succeeded his uncle as Graf von Virneburg suggests that this is probably the case. Graf von Virneburg.]

- see below.

b) [PHILIPP von Virneburg (-after 25 Nov 1238). A charter dated 1229 records the agreement between "Hermannum comitem de Virnenburgh" and "Philippum fratrem suum" to divide their territories[3223]. "Hermannus comes de Firneburg…manu filii nostri Roberti et fratris nostri Philippi et…patrui nostri Friderici" granted "curtem in Cottenheim" to "Sibertus et fratres ipsius" by undated charter[3224]. "Hermannus…comes de Virneburg" donated property "in Thure et predium in Busse" to Himmerode abbey, with the consent of "filiorum et filiarum mearum", by charter dated 25 Nov 1238, witnessed by "Philippus frater meus, Henricus canonicus Kardonensis et Robertus filii mei…"[3225].]

2. FRIEDRICH von Virneburg (-after 1213). Graf von Virneburg. "Godefridus et Fredericus fratres comites de Vernenburgh" donated their castle and county to Johann Archbishop of Trier by charter dated 9 Aug 1187 witnessed by "Henrici comitis Palatini Reni advocatie ecclesie predicte…Walrami comitis in Spanheim, Conradi de Blankenheim et Wilhelmi domni in Duna…"[3226]. "Gerlacus de Isenburg et eius filiis" agreed that "castri de Altenburg et castri de Coverna inferioris" were fiefs of the archbishopric of Trier by charter dated to [1194], witnessed by "…Gotfridus comes de Virneburg et frater eius Fridericus…"[3227]. "…Fridericus comes de Virnenburch et frater suus Ernestus et Henricus fratres de Virnenburch…" subscribed the charter dated 1210 under which Johann Archbishop of Trier confirmed the foundation of the chapel on Insel Oberwerth, near Coblenz founded by "Wilhelmus filius Lodewici de Helphinstein"[3228]. "Comes Hermannus de Virneburch, Fridericus patruus eius, Ernestus et frater eius Henricus…" subscribed the charter dated 1213 under which "Henricus de Ysenburch" donated property at Cruft to Laach abbey[3229]. "Hermannus comes de Firneburg…manu filii nostri Roberti et fratris nostri Philippi et…patrui nostri Friderici" granted "curtem in Cottenheim" to "Sibertus et fratres ipsius" by undated charter[3230].

3. [ERNST von Virneburg (-after 1210). "…Fridericus comes de Virnenburch et frater suus Ernestus et Henricus fratres de Virnenburch…" subscribed the charter dated 1210 under which Johann Archbishop of Trier confirmed the foundation of the chapel on Insel Oberwerth, near Coblenz founded by "Wilhelmus filius Lodewici de Helphinstein"[3231]. The wording of this document is unclear whether Ernst and Heinrich were related to Graf Friedrich. "Comes Hermannus de Virneburch, Fridericus patruus eius, Ernestus et frater eius Henricus…" subscribed the charter dated 1213 under which "Henricus de Ysenburch" donated property at Cruft to Laach abbey[3232].]

4. [HEINRICH von Virneburg (-after 1210). "…Fridericus comes de Virnenburch et frater suus Ernestus et Henricus fratres de Virnenburch…" subscribed the charter dated 1210 under which Johann Archbishop of Trier confirmed the foundation of the chapel on Insel Oberwerth, near Coblenz founded by "Wilhelmus filius Lodewici de Helphinstein"[3233]. The wording of this document is unclear whether Ernst and Heinrich were related to Graf Friedrich. "Comes Hermannus de Virneburch, Fridericus patruus eius, Ernestus et frater eius Henricus…" subscribed the charter dated 1213 under which "Henricus de Ysenburch" donated property at Cruft to Laach abbey[3234].]

HERMANN [III] von Virneburg, son of [GOTTFRIED Graf von Virneburg & his wife ---] (-[25 Nov 1238/15 Feb 1242]). "Comes Hermannus de Virneburch, Fridericus patruus eius, Ernestus et frater eius Henricus…" subscribed the charter dated 1213 under which "Henricus de Ysenburch" donated property at Cruft to Laach abbey[3235]. This charter indicates that Hermann [III] was the nephew of Graf Friedrich but not that he was the son of Gottfried, although the fact that he succeeded his uncle as Graf von Virneburg suggests that this is probably the case. Graf von Virneburg. Theoderich Archbishop of Trier confirmed the donation of property to Kloster Lonnig made by "domnum Hermannum comitem de Viernburch" by charter dated 1219[3236]. A charter dated 1229 records the agreement between "Hermannum comitem de Virnenburgh" and "Philippum fratrem suum" to divide their territories[3237]. "Hermannus comes de Firneburg…manu filii nostri Roberti et fratris nostri Philippi et…patrui nostri Friderici" granted "curtem in Cottenheim" to "Sibertus et fratres ipsius" by undated charter[3238]. "Hermannus…comes de Virneburg" donated property "in Thure et predium in Busse" to Himmerode abbey, with the consent of "filiorum et filiarum mearum", by charter dated 25 Nov 1238, witnessed by "Philippus frater meus, Henricus canonicus Kardonensis et Robertus filii mei…"[3239]. ["Roisemannus nobilis domnus de Kempenich…cum matre nostra Hadewige nobili de Kempenich" confirmed a donation to Kloster Rommersdorf [bei Engers] made by "Fridericus noster consanguineus olim dominus in Virnenburg…cum matertera nostra conjuge sua domna Lukarde" by charter dated 1263[3240]. It is possible that "Fridericus" in this document is an error for "Hermannus". The document appears late to refer to Graf Friedrich who is last recorded in 1187 (see above). The precise relationship between the Kempenich family and Lukardis, wife of Graf Hermann [III], has not been traced.]

m (before 27 Feb 1204) LUKARDIS von Nassau, daughter of RUPRECHT [III] "der Streitbare" Graf von Nassau & his wife Elisabeth von Leiningen Gräfin von Schaumburg (-[31 Aug] before 1222). "Elysa comitissa dicta de Schowenburg, relicta…Ruperti comitis de Nassowe" sold property to Kloster Johannisberg, with the consent of "Hermanni comitis de Virneburg et Luccardis conthoralis ipsius filie nostre advocatiam et iudicium ville Steinheim", by charter dated 27 Feb 1204[3241]. ["Roisemannus nobilis domnus de Kempenich…cum matre nostra Hadewige nobili de Kempenich" confirmed a donation to Kloster Rommersdorf [bei Engers] made by "Fridericus noster consanguineus olim dominus in Virnenburg…cum matertera nostra conjuge sua domna Lukarde" by charter dated 1263[3242]. It is possible that "Fridericus" in this document is an error for "Hermannus". The document appears late to refer to Graf Friedrich who is last recorded in 1187 (see above). The precise relationship between the Kempenich family and Lukardis, wife of Graf Hermann [III], has not been traced.] [The necrology of Arnstein an der Lahn records the death 31 Aug of "Lucardis comitisse incluse"[3243].]

Hermann [III] & his wife had two children:

1. ROBERT [I] von Virneburg (-[25 Nov 1238/15 Feb 1242]). "Hermannus comes de Firneburg…manu filii nostri Roberti et fratris nostri Philippi et…patrui nostri Friderici" granted "curtem in Cottenheim" to "Sibertus et fratres ipsius" by undated charter[3244]. "Hermannus…comes de Virneburg" donated property "in Thure et predium in Busse" to Himmerode abbey, with the consent of "filiorum et filiarum mearum", by charter dated 25 Nov 1238, witnessed by "Philippus frater meus, Henricus canonicus Kardonensis et Robertus filii mei…"[3245].

2. HEINRICH [I] von Virneburg (-[1285/18 Mar 1286]). "Hermannus…comes de Virneburg" donated property "in Thure et predium in Busse" to Himmerode abbey, with the consent of "filiorum et filiarum mearum", by charter dated 25 Nov 1238, witnessed by "Philippus frater meus, Henricus canonicus Kardonensis et Robertus filii mei…"[3246]. Canon at Carden. Graf von Virneburg. "Henrico comite de Virninburch" and the church of Carden settled their dispute by charter dated 15 Feb 1241 (O.S.)[3247]. The 2 Nov 1242 charter, which records the terms for the release of Konrad Archbishop of Köln by Wilhelm Graf von Jülich, names "…Heinricum de Virninburg…viros nobiles…" ninth in the list of hostages[3248]: while hostages were usually children, the list includes others who were adults, in which case “Heinricum” may have been Heinrich [I] Graf von Virneburg despite not being accorded the comital title in the list. "Henris cuens de Vernebourch…Robers mes fils ainsneis" swore homage to "Henri ainsnei fil le conte de Lucembourch" by charter dated 13 Jul 1270[3249]. "Henricus comes de Virnenburg et Ponzetta uxor eius cometissa" sold property at Kell to Abtei Laach, with the consent of "Roperti primogeniti nostri et aliorum liberorum nostrorum simul et Hermanni de Muelenarke nostri generi mariti Mechtildis filie nostre", by charter dated 25 Nov 1275[3250]. "…Henricus de Virnenburgh…Ropertus de Virnenburgh…" were among those who declared war against Sifrid Archbishop of Köln by charter dated 8 Apr 1277[3251]. The testament of "Henrici comitis de Virnenburg" is dated to [1285/89][3252]. Heinrich presumably died before 18 Mar 1285 (O.S.), the date of the charter cited below in which his son Robert [II] is named Graf von Virneburg. m PONZETTA, daughter of --- (-after 25 Nov 1275). "Henricus comes de Virnenburg et Ponzetta uxor eius cometissa" sold property at Kell to Abtei Laach, with the consent of "Roperti primogeniti nostri et aliorum liberorum nostrorum simul et Hermanni de Muelenarke nostri generi mariti Mechtildis filie nostre", by charter dated 25 Nov 1275[3253]. Heinrich [I] & his wife had [seven] children:

a) ROBERT [II] von Virneburg (-1308). "Henris cuens de Vernebourch…Robers mes fils ainsneis" swore homage to "Henri ainsnei fil le conte de Lucembourch" by charter dated 13 Jul 1270[3254]. Graf von Virneburg.

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b) HEINRICH von Virneburg (-5 Jan 1332). Pope Boniface VIII wrote to "Henrico de Virneburg clerico Treverensis diocesis, consanguineo capellano et familiari Adolfi regis Romanorum" dated 24 Nov 1295[3255]. Archbishop of Köln 1304. Heinrich Archbishop of Köln agreed the marriage of "Ottone comite Cleuensi" and "Mechtildem filiam quondam Roperti comitis de Virnenborg fratris nostri" by charter dated 1 Aug 1308[3256].

c) EBERHARD von Virneburg . Komtur of the Teutonic Knights in Ramersdorf.

d) MECHTILD von Virneburg (-after 25 Nov 1275). "Henricus comes de Virnenburg et Ponzetta uxor eius cometissa" sold property at Kell to Abtei Laach, with the consent of "Roperti primogeniti nostri et aliorum liberorum nostrorum simul et Hermanni de Muelenarke nostri generi mariti Mechtildis filie nostre", by charter dated 25 Nov 1275[3257]. m HERMANN [II] Herr von Müllenark und Tomberg, son of KONRAD [I] Herr von Müllenark & his second wife --- von Saffenberg (-before 24 Aug 1296).

e) IMAGINA von Virneburg (-after 21 Jun 1312). Abbess of Köln St Maria. Pope Clement V confirmed the election of "Imagine de Virnemboug" as "abbatisse monasterii monialium S. Marie in Capitolio Coloniensis ord. S. Benedicti" dated 21 Jun 1312[3258].

f) LISA von Virneburg (-after 7 Dec 1299). The primary source which confirms her parentage has not been identified. "Henricus comes de Kessele ac Lisa nostra uxor" donated property to Gladbach abbey by charter dated 28 Jun 1285[3259]. "Theodericus dictus Luyf frater…comitis Clevensis" recognised the suzerainty of the archbishop of Köln over Schloss Grevenbroich in which "Lisa collateralis nostra" had the usufruct, by charter dated 26 Feb 1284 (O.S.)[3260]. "Diderich Luf van Cleve, here van Hilkerode inde van Thoneburch, inde Elizabet unse wif" bought the Herrlichkeit of Hülchrath from "unsen bruder…heren Diederich den greven van Cleve, inde vore Margareten van Kiburch sinen…wive" by charter dated 22 Oct 1298[3261]. "Theodericus dictus Loef de Clyuo comes de Hilkerodhe et dominus de Tonenborg ac Elizabet nostra collateralis" acknowledged the suzerainty of "dominus noster…Reynaldus comes Gelrensis" over Geitfoort by charter dated 7 Dec 1299[3262]. m firstly as his second wife, HEINRICH [V] Graf von Kessel, son of WILHELM Graf von Kessel & his wife ---. m secondly (after 5 Sep 1285) as his second wife, DIETRICH LUF von Kleve Graf von Hülchrath, son of DIETRICH [V] Graf von Kleve & his wife Aleidis von Heinsberg [Sponheim] ([1260]-[1308/09]).

g) [KUNIGUNDE (-after 22 Jul 1318). Kunigunde is named as wife of Johann [II] Herr von Reifferscheid in numerous primary sources (follow her husband’s hyperlink for details). Her possible connection with the Virneburg family is suggested by the following document. “Johann Herr von Reifferscheid [Kunigunde’s grandson Johann [IV] Herr von Reifferscheid] und Mechtold seine Frau” granted Reifferscheid to the kings of Bohemia (as Counts of Luxembourg) as a fief by charter dated 1331, witnessed by “Graf Ruprecht von Virneburg und Heinrich von Malberg, beide Oheime, und Ludwig von Randerode, Schwager Johanns”[3263]. While the precise family relationship between the Reiffenberg and Virneburg families has not been ascertained, one possibility is that it was through Kunigunde. Bert M. Kamp has also highlighted that the unusual name Ponzetta (given to Johann [II]’s daughter) also appears in the Virneburg family, and it therefore seems probable that Kunigunde was the daughter of Heinrich [I] Graf von Virneburg[3264]. The suggestion also appears compatible with the chronology of the two families. m JOHANN [II] Herr von Reifferscheid, son of JOHANN [I] Herr von Reifferscheid & his wife Jutta von Isenburg (-[3 Sep 1316/8 Jan 1317]).]

ROBERT [II] von Virneburg, son of HEINRICH [I] Graf von Virneburg & his wife Ponzetta --- (-before 1 Aug 1308). "Henris cuens de Vernebourch…Robers mes fils ainsneis" swore homage to "Henri ainsnei fil le conte de Lucembourch" by charter dated 13 Jul 1270[3265]. "Henricus comes de Virnenburg et Ponzetta uxor eius cometissa" sold property at Kell to Abtei Laach, with the consent of "Roperti primogeniti nostri et aliorum liberorum nostrorum simul et Hermanni de Muelenarke nostri generi mariti Mechtildis filie nostre", by charter dated 25 Nov 1275[3266]. "…Henricus de Virnenburgh…Ropertus de Virnenburgh…" were among those who declared war against Sifrid Archbishop of Köln by charter dated 8 Apr 1277[3267]. Graf von Virneburg. “Graf Ruprecht v. Virninburg, Heinrich v. Dune, Johann v. Rinecke…” arbitrated a dispute between “der beiden Brüder Gerart und Otto v. Landiscrone” concerning their succession by charter dated 18 Mar 1285 (O.S.)[3268]. “Graf R. v. Virneburg” notified his agreement with the archbishop of Köln “wegen der Burg und Herrschaft Nurberg” by charter dated 20 Jun 1290[3269]. "Roperto comiti de Virnenburgh" swore homage to "Adolphus…Romanorum rex" by charter dated 29 May 1293[3270]. “Graf Rupert v. Virnenburg…mit seiner Gemahlin Cunegunde” granted “seinen Hof Spurzenheym, auf der Landstrasse” to the city of Köln by charter dated 8 Oct 1295[3271]. Dietrich [von Nassau] Archbishop of Trier confirmed the exchanged of forests between the village of Mertloch and "Rupertus comes de Virnbourgh consanguineus noster" by charter dated 2 Mar 1304[3272]. A charter dated 1 Sep 1306 records a settlement agreed by "Roprecht van Vyrnenburg, Symon van Spanheym, Heynrich van Solmeze gehezen van Spaunheym, greuen" concerning "der burg zo Rymerzheym" [Ringsheim], relating to a marriage contract between “Gerharde deime greue van Guleghe…des vursprochgene greuen dochter van Guleghe” and “Ruprechtes des jungen van Virnenburg sun, die is encklin unses Roprechts des greuen van Virnenburg”, by charter dated 1 Sep 1306[3273]. Robert [II] is named as deceased in the 1 Aug 1308 marriage contract of his daughter Mechtild (see below).

m KUNIGUNDE, daughter of --- ([late 1250s or later?]-after 8 May 1329). The parentage of Robert [II]’s wife has not been verified. “Graf Rupert v. Virnenburg…mit seiner Gemahlin Cunegunde” granted “seinen Hof Spurzenheym, auf der Landstrasse” to the city of Köln by charter dated 8 Oct 1295[3274]. "Roprecht grave von Virnenburgh ind von Wede" pledged the Herrschaft Wied, with the consent of "unser moder Conegunt gravynnen von Virnenburgh…", by charter dated 8 May 1329[3275]. Secondary sources are contradictory regarding Kunigunde’s parentage. Europäische Stammtafeln states that she was the daughter of Jan [I] van Kuyc[3276]. Another table in Europäische Stammtafeln says that she was a member of the Neuenahr family[3277], but this was based on information from Walter Möller who later indicated that it was an error[3278]. Oidtman (Sammlung) indicates that Robert [II] married Kunigunde von Frenz, daughter of Wilhelm [III] Herr von Frenz and his wife “Domina Kunegundis”[3279]. Oidtman bases his statement on Gillis von Daun, husband of Robert [II]’s granddaughter Kunigunde, possessing “Haus und Herrlichkeit Vreenze (welches wohl seiner Gattin zur Sicherheit ihres Heirats gutes verpfändet war)” and that he “verzichtet zu Gunsten des Markgrafen von Gülich”[3280]. These statements have not been verified, and in any case do not inevitably mean that Gillis acquired his interest in Frenz from his wife and her grandmother. The Virneburg family chronology suggests that Oidtman (Sammlung) could only be right if Kunigunde’s mother was Wilhelm [III]’s [second] wife: while estimating the birth dates of Robert [II]’s children is difficult, the marriage dates of his daughters suggest their mother’s birth in the late 1250s or later. Bornheim gen Schilling suggests that Kunigunde was the daughter of Wilhelm von Frenz zu Stolberg and his first wife Kunigunde von Frankenberg[3281], but this reflects a misunderstanding of several aspects of the Frenz family reconstiuction (see the Frenz section). None of these authors provide primary source citations to support their statements, and until such primary source information emerges it is prudent to leave Kunigunde’s parentage as unknown.

Robert [II] & his wife had seven children:

1. ROBERT [III] von Virneburg (-1352). A charter dated 1 Sep 1306 records a settlement agreed by "Roprecht van Vyrnenburg, Symon van Spanheym, Heynrich van Solmeze gehezen van Spaunheym, greuen" concerning "der burg zo Rymerzheym" [Ringsheim], relating to a marriage contract between “Gerharde deime greue van Guleghe…des vursprochgene greuen dochter van Guleghe” and “Ruprechtes des jungen van Virnenburg sun, die is encklin unses Roprechts des greuen van Virnenburg”, by charter dated 1 Sep 1306[3282]. Graf von Virneburg. A charter dated 20 Sep 1308 records an agreement between Henri Comte de Luxembourg and Heinrich Archbishop of Köln, assuming that the former was elected as emperor, mutual promises including an agreed possible marriage between "dominus Walramus frater noster" and "unam de sororibus Roperti comitis de Virnenburg, quam ipse Walramus preelegerit"[3283]. "Roppreyt Greue van Virnenburch inde van Weyde, Agnes unse ey Brauwe" granted "Burch zo Nederin Weyde" to "Godeuarda van Seyne unsrne Neuin des edillin Mannis sun Arin Eyngilbretis van Seyne…Sophia unse ey Brauwe", with the consent of "unser Moder Frauwe Konegunde van Virninburch einer Greuinnin…Herrin Heinrichs des Erchinboschosz van Kollin, inde Gerardis unsis Broders dis Archidiakins von Trere, inde Henrichis unsis Broders dis Proystis van Kerpine, Henrichis unsis ey Sonis", by charter dated 1 Jun 1319[3284]. "Roprecht grave von Virnenburgh ind von Wede" pledged the Herrschaft Wied, with the consent of "unser moder Conegunt gravynnen von Virnenburgh, ind unsers eirsamen broders heren Henrichs des ertzbuschoffs von Mentze ind Gerhartz unsers broders des chorbuschoffs von Trier ind Johans unsers broders des proistes von Sante, ind Henrichs unses ersten geborenen soens ind Marien seynre ee vrauwe ind Roprechts uns soens des proists von Sente Mariengreden zu Colne ind Gerartz unses soens des canonichs von Colne", by charter dated 8 May 1329[3285]. "Ruprecht greve zu Virneburg" sold the town of Virneburg to, and agreed an alliance with Balduin Archbishop of Trier by charter dated 15 Jun 1336[3286]. "Ruprecht greve von Vyrneburg" sold property "zu Valvey, Winningen und zu Gulse" to Balduin Archbishop of Trier, naming "unser ersten elichen frouwen, seligen frowen Nesen", by charter dated 16 Mar 1339[3287]. “Konrad von Saffenberg und Maria von Jülich Frau zu Monreal” and “Graf Ruprecht von Virneburg, Johann [von Virneburg] Propst zu Xanten, Adolf, Gerhard und Johann Söhne Graf Ruprechts” reached agreement about Monreal by charter dated 2 Mar 1347 (O.S.)[3288]. m firstly AGNES, daughter of --- ([1285/88]-before 16 Mar 1339). "Roppreyt Greue van Virnenburch inde van Weyde, Agnes unse ey Brauwe" granted "Burch zo Nederin Weyde" to "Godeuarda van Seyne unsrne Neuin des edillin Mannis sun Arin Eyngilbretis van Seyne…Sophia unse ey Brauwe", with the consent of "unser Moder Frauwe Konegunde van Virninburch einer Greuinnin…Herrin Heinrichs des Erchinboschosz van Kollin, inde Gerardis unsis Broders dis Archidiakins von Trere, inde Henrichis unsis Broders dis Proystis van Kerpine, Henrichis unsis ey Sonis", by charter dated 1 Jun 1319[3289]. "Ruprecht greve von Vyrneburg" sold property "zu Valvey, Winningen und zu Gulse" to Balduin Archbishop of Trier, naming "unser ersten elichen frouwen, seligen frowen Nesen" [shown in other contemporary documents to be a diminutive of Agnes], by charter dated 16 Mar 1339[3290]. Robert’s first wife was most likely Agnes von Westerburg, widow of Heinrich Graf von Sponheim, daughter of Heinrich [I] von Westerburg & his wife Agnes von Isenburg-Limburg. Iwanski names "Agnes von Westerburg" as Robert’s second wife, basing this on a document dated 1350 in which Robert is named "Schwager von Westerburg"[3291]. However, the relationship could have been through either his first or second wives, as Robert would still be "Schwager" to his first wife’s family even after her death. Iwanski does not cite the source which confirms that this supposed second wife’s name was Agnes. However, he names the first wife "Nese", which suggests that he had not realised that this was a diminutive of Agnes. The chronology dictates that, if Agnes von Westerburg (daughter of Heinrich von Westerburg) was Robert’s wife, she must have been his first wife. However, this chronology presents a potential problem: given the marriage date of Agnes’s parents, her second marriage after the death of her first husband seems surprisingly late, especially as Robert’s seven known children must have been born to his first wife. Another possibility is that Iwanski was partially correct, an unnamed “--- von Westerburg” being Robert’s second wife. In that case, she would presumably have been the daughter of Siegfried von Westerburg and in 1350 Robert would have been “Schwager” of Reinhard [I], Siegfried’s son. However, that case is excluded by a charter dated 22 Jul 1321 which names “Henrici, Reynardi junioris et Meyne” as Siegfried von Westerburg’s only children[3292]. In conclusion, the only solution appears to be that Agnes was Robert’s first wife, in which case she must have been born towards the end of her father’s life. m secondly (before 16 Mar 1339) ---. The primary source which confirms the name of Robert [III]’s second wife has not been identified, although this second marriage is confirmed by the charter dated 16 Mar 1339 quoted above in which Robert refers to his "ersten…frouwen". Robert [III] & his first wife had eight children:

a) HEINRICH [II] von Virneburg ([before 1 Sep 1306?]-1335). Robert [III]’s son is referred to, but not named, in the 1 Sep 1306 charter cited below under his wife: the document may refer to Heinrich or an older son who died young. "Roppreyt Greue van Virnenburch inde van Weyde, Agnes unse ey Brauwe" granted "Burch zo Nederin Weyde" to "Godeuarda van Seyne unsrne Neuin des edillin Mannis sun Arin Eyngilbretis van Seyne…Sophia unse ey Brauwe", with the consent of "unser Moder Frauwe Konegunde van Virninburch einer Greuinnin…Herrin Heinrichs des Erchinboschosz van Kollin, inde Gerardis unsis Broders dis Archidiakins von Trere, inde Henrichis unsis Broders dis Proystis van Kerpine, Henrichis unsis ey Sonis", by charter dated 1 Jun 1319[3293]. "Roprecht grave von Virnenburgh ind von Wede" pledged the Herrschaft Wied, with the consent of "…ind Henrichs unses ersten geborenen soens ind Marien seynre ee vrauwe ind Roprechts uns soens des proists von Sente Mariengreden zu Colne ind Gerartz unses soens des canonichs von Colne", by charter dated 8 May 1329[3294]. "Henricus de Virnembergh natus…domini Roperti comitis de Virnembergh et Maria ipsius conthoralis" donated property to Balduin Archbishop of Trier by charter dated 1 Oct 1334[3295]. m (contract 7 Feb 1327) as her first husband, MARIA von Jülich, daughter of GERHARD [V] Graf von Jülich & his wife Elisabeth de Brabant (-after 11 Nov 1363). A charter dated 1 Sep 1306 records a settlement agreed by "Roprecht van Vyrnenburg, Symon van Spanheym, Heynrich van Solmeze gehezen van Spaunheym, greuen" concerning "der burg zo Rymerzheym" [Ringsheim], relating to a marriage contract between “Gerharde deime greue van Guleghe…des vursprochgene greuen dochter van Guleghe” and “Ruprechtes des jungen van Virnenburg sun, die is encklin unses Roprechts des greuen van Virnenburg”, by charter dated 1 Sep 1306[3296]: neither Robert [II] von Virneburg’s son nor Gerhard von Jülich’s daughter is named in this document (when they both must have been infants), and it is possible that they were not Heinrich and Maria but other children who died young before the marriage was finalised. The marriage contract between "Ruprecht greue van Virnembourgh unde Heinrich sin elste sun" and "Wilhelm und heren Godeuarde sinen soenen…vrouwen Marien van Guilge" is dated 7 Feb 1327[3297]. Balduin Archbishop of Trier granted properties to "matrone domine Marie de Juliaco, quondam…Heinrici de Virnenburg consanguinee nostre" by charter dated 11 Oct 1336[3298]. She married secondly (before 6 Dec 1340, Papal dispensations 13 Apr 1341 and 31 May 1342) as his second wife, Dietrich [VII] Graf von Kleve. "Theodericus comes Cleuensis" relinquished further claim from "Walramus archiepiscopus Coloniensis" relating to the dowry on his marriage to "dominam Mariam sororem suam" by charter dated 6 Dec 1340[3299]. Pope Benedict XII granted dispensation for the marriage between "nobili viro Theoderico de greve van Cleve milite" and “Maria nata quondam Gerardi dez greven van Culk” despite knowing that “prima Theoderici uxor...Marie” was related to her in 3° consanguinity, dated 13 Apr 1341[3300]. Pope Clement VI granted another dispensation for the marriage between "nobilis viri Theoderici comitis Clevensis" and “nobilis mulieris Marie nate quondam Gerardi comitis Iuliacensis” notwithstanding their ignorance of their 3° consanguinity, dated 31 May 1342[3301]. She married thirdly (before 2 Mar 1348, Papal dispensation 28 Mar 1350) Konrad Herr von Saffenberg. Pope Clement VI granted dispensation for the marriage between “Conrado de Saffinberg consanguineo archiepiscopi” and “Maria relicta quondam Theoderici comitis Clevensis”, despite the 3° consanguinity between Konrad and Graf Dietrich, dated 28 May 1350[3302]. "Johan…bischoff…zu Munster zu Westfalen, Gerardt grave zu Virnembergh, und Adolff, alle gebruder von Virnembergh" confirmed "Pellentzen…die herre Heinrich selige unser…bruder und sie…versatzt hant" to "Marie von Gulich frauwe zu Monreau" by charter dated 11 Nov 1363[3303]. Heinrich [II] & his wife had one child:

i) GERHARD von Virneburg (-after 17 Feb 1363). Canon at Köln. Pope Clement VI granted “eccl. Colon. canonicatus sub expectatione prebende”, at the request of “Walramus archiepiscopus Colon.”, to "Gerardo nato quondam Henrici primogeniti nobilis viri Roberti comitis de Virneburch et Marie sororis eiusdem archiepiscopi comitisse Clevensis clerico Colon.", dated 21 Apr 1344[3304]. "Gerart von Virnenburgh proisst zu Werde" approved the redemption of "Pelentzen, die zu der grayffschaft von Virnenburgh gehurt", naming "Gerarde graven zu Virnenburgh unsme oemen…Heinrich von Virnenburgh unse vader ind vrauwe Maria von Guylche unse moder", by charter dated 17 Feb 1363[3305]. Provost at Werde. It is unclear why Gerhard was passed over in the succession to the county of Virneburg.

b) ROBERT von Virneburg (-before 1352). Pope John XXII authorised "Roperto de Virnenburg nato nobilis viri Roperti comitis de Virnenburg canonico Coloniensi" to continue in office despite holding “in dicta Coloniensi et Bunnensi Colon. dioc. canonicatus et prebendas”, dated 3 Mar 1329[3306]. "Roprecht grave von Virnenburgh ind von Wede" pledged the Herrschaft Wied, with the consent of "…ind Henrichs unses ersten geborenen soens ind Marien seynre ee vrauwe ind Roprechts uns soens des proists von Sente Mariengreden zu Colne ind Gerartz unses soens des canonichs von Colne", by charter dated 8 May 1329[3307]. Provost of Köln St Maria. Robert presumably predeceased his father.

c) GERHARD von Virneburg (-1379). "Roprecht grave von Virnenburgh ind von Wede" pledged the Herrschaft Wied, with the consent of "…ind Henrichs unses ersten geborenen soens ind Marien seynre ee vrauwe ind Roprechts uns soens des proists von Sente Mariengreden zu Colne ind Gerartz unses soens des canonichs von Colne", by charter dated 8 May 1329[3308]. “Konrad von Saffenberg und Maria von Jülich Frau zu Monreal” and “Graf Ruprecht von Virneburg, Johann [von Virneburg] Propst zu Xanten, Adolf, Gerhard und Johann Söhne Graf Ruprechts” reached agreement about Monreal by charter dated 2 Mar 1347 (O.S.)[3309]. Deacon at Köln. Graf von Virneburg. "Johan…bischoff…zu Munster zu Westfalen, Gerardt grave zu Virnembergh, und Adolff, alle gebruder von Virnembergh" confirmed "Pellentzen…die herre Heinrich selige unser…bruder und sie…versatzt hant" to "Marie von Gulich frauwe zu Monreau" by charter dated 11 Nov 1363[3310].

d) ADOLF von Virneburg (-1383). Canon at Köln St Gereon. Canon at Trier. Pope John XXII granted "eccl. Treverensis canonicatum" to “Adolpho nato nobilis viri Roperti comitis de Virnenburg” despite already holding “in eccl. S. Gereonis Colon. canonicatum”, dated 3 Mar 1329[3311]. “Konrad von Saffenberg und Maria von Jülich Frau zu Monreal” and “Graf Ruprecht von Virneburg, Johann [von Virneburg] Propst zu Xanten, Adolf, Gerhard und Johann Söhne Graf Ruprechts” reached agreement about Monreal by charter dated 2 Mar 1347 (O.S.)[3312]. "Johan…bischoff…zu Munster zu Westfalen, Gerardt grave zu Virnembergh, und Adolff, alle gebruder von Virnembergh" confirmed "Pellentzen…die herre Heinrich selige unser…bruder und sie…versatzt hant" to "Marie von Gulich frauwe zu Monreau" by charter dated 11 Nov 1363[3313]. Graf von Virneburg. "Ailff greve zu Virnenburg ind Jutte sine...huysfrauwe" sold "zehenden zu Valvey" by charter dated 24 Oct 1380[3314]. m JUTTA, daughter of --- (-after 24 Oct 1380). "Ailff greve zu Virnenburg ind Jutte sine...huysfrauwe" sold "zehenden zu Valvey" by charter dated 24 Oct 1380[3315]. The primary source which confirms the parentage of Adolf’s wife has not yet been identified. Adolf & his wife had one child:

i) ROBERT [IV] von Virneburg (-1445). The primary source which confirms his parentage has not yet been identified. Graf von Virneburg.

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e) JOHANN von Virneburg (-1371). “Konrad von Saffenberg und Maria von Jülich Frau zu Monreal” and “Graf Ruprecht von Virneburg, Johann [von Virneburg] Propst zu Xanten, Adolf, Gerhard und Johann Söhne Graf Ruprechts” reached agreement about Monreal by charter dated 2 Mar 1347 (O.S.)[3316]. Bishop of Münster. "Johan…bischoff…zu Munster zu Westfalen, Gerardt grave zu Virnembergh, und Adolff, alle gebruder von Virnembergh" confirmed "Pellentzen…die herre Heinrich selige unser…bruder und sie…versatzt hant" to "Marie von Gulich frauwe zu Monreau" by charter dated 11 Nov 1363[3317]. Bishop of Utrecht 1364.

f) REINHARD von Virneburg . Pope John XXII conferred "eccl. S. Gereonis Colon dioc. canonicatum" on “Renardo nato Roperti comitis de Virneburch” despite being a canon at Bonn, dated 26 Oct 1327[3318].

g) KUNIGUNDE von Virneburg . Schannat shows her family origin and marriage[3319]. Oidtman says that Gillis von Daun, husband of Robert [II]’s granddaughter Kunigunde, possessed “Haus und Herrlichkeit Vreenze (welches wohl seiner Gattin zur Sicherheit ihres Heirats gutes verpfändet war)” and that he “verzichtet zu Gunsten des Markgrafen von Gülich”[3320]. These statements have not been verified. "Egidius dominus in Duna", with the consent of “domine Conegundis de Vyrnembourgh…nostre conthoralis, ad cuius dotalicium ipsa domus spectat”, promised "domum nostram in Duna…domus de Nannesteyn" to secure a loan from “dominus noster dominus Gerardus comes Juliacensis” by charter dated 8 May 1325, sealed by “sigillo nostro et sigillis domine Lucie domine de Dune, domine et matris nostre, domini Gerardi de Duna, avunculi nostri, monachi Stabulensis, conthoralis nostre predicted et consanguinei nostri domini Henrici de Ulmen militis”[3321]. m (before 8 May 1325) GILLIS von Daun, son of RICHARD [IV] von Daun & his wife Lucie de Rodemack [von Rodemachern] (-1353).

h) AGNES von Virneburg (-after 26 Dec 1352). m (1329, divorced 1351) as his first wife, WILHELM von Isenburg Graf von Wied, son of BRUNO [IV] von Isenburg Herr von Wied & his wife Heilwig von Katzenelnbogen (-17 Jul 1383).

Robert [III] had one illegitimate child by an unknown mistress:

i) ROBERT (-after 1380). Kuno Archbishop of Trier confirmed the grant by "Graf Adolf von Virnenburg" of "Hause oder Hofe zu Boos" to "seinen natürlichen Bruder Ruprecht" by charter dated 1380[3322]. It appears that this person is different from Graf Robert [III]’s son Robert in the source dated 8 May 1329, quoted above, which gives no hint of illegitimacy. If they were the same person, his mention in the 1329 document suggests that he was a young adult at the time, which, if correct, would mean that he was old in 1380.

2. GERHARD von Virneburg (-after 8 May 1329). "Roppreyt Greue van Virnenburch inde van Weyde, Agnes unse ey Brauwe" granted "Burch zo Nederin Weyde" to "Godeuarda van Seyne unsrne Neuin des edillin Mannis sun Arin Eyngilbretis van Seyne…Sophia unse ey Brauwe", with the consent of "unser Moder Frauwe Konegunde van Virninburch einer Greuinnin…Herrin Heinrichs des Erchinboschosz van Kollin, inde Gerardis unsis Broders dis Archidiakins von Trere, inde Henrichis unsis Broders dis Proystis van Kerpine, Henrichis unsis ey Sonis", by charter dated 1 Jun 1319[3323]. "Roprecht grave von Virnenburgh ind von Wede" pledged the Herrschaft Wied, with the consent of "…unsers eirsamen broders heren Henrichs des ertzbuschoffs von Mentze ind Gerhartz unsers broders des chorbuschoffs von Trier ind Johans unsers broders des proistes von Sante…", by charter dated 8 May 1329[3324]. Chorbischof in Trier.

3. HEINRICH von Virneburg (-7 Apr 1353). "Roppreyt Greue van Virnenburch inde van Weyde, Agnes unse ey Brauwe" granted "Burch zo Nederin Weyde" to "Godeuarda van Seyne unsrne Neuin des edillin Mannis sun Arin Eyngilbretis van Seyne…Sophia unse ey Brauwe", with the consent of "unser Moder Frauwe Konegunde van Virninburch einer Greuinnin…Herrin Heinrichs des Erchinboschosz van Kollin, inde Gerardis unsis Broders dis Archidiakins von Trere, inde Henrichis unsis Broders dis Proystis van Kerpine, Henrichis unsis ey Sonis", by charter dated 1 Jun 1319[3325]. Archbishop-Elector of Mainz 1328. "Roprecht grave von Virnenburgh ind von Wede" pledged the Herrschaft Wied, with the consent of "…unsers eirsamen broders heren Henrichs des ertzbuschoffs von Mentze ind Gerhartz unsers broders des chorbuschoffs von Trier ind Johans unsers broders des proistes von Sante…", by charter dated 8 May 1329[3326]. Deposed 1346.

4. JOHANN von Virneburg (-1363). "Roprecht grave von Virnenburgh ind von Wede" pledged the Herrschaft Wied, with the consent of "…unsers eirsamen broders heren Henrichs des ertzbuschoffs von Mentze ind Gerhartz unsers broders des chorbuschoffs von Trier ind Johans unsers broders des proistes von Sante…", by charter dated 8 May 1329[3327]. Provost at Xanten. “Konrad von Saffenberg und Maria von Jülich Frau zu Monreal” and “Graf Ruprecht von Virneburg, Johann [von Virneburg] Propst zu Xanten, Adolf, Gerhard und Johann Söhne Graf Ruprechts” reached agreement about Monreal by charter dated 2 Mar 1347 (O.S.)[3328]. Archbishop of Köln 1362.

5. MECHTILD von Virneburg (-after 1360). Heinrich Archbishop of Köln agreed the marriage of "Ottone comite Cleuensi" and "Mechtildem filiam quondam Roperti comitis de Virnenborg fratris nostri" by charter dated 1 Aug 1308[3329]. Pope Clement V issued a dispensation for the marriage of "Ottone comite Clevensi" and "Mathilde uxore eius" at the request of "Henrico archiepiscopo Colon. cuius neptis existit Methildis" despite 4^o consanguinity dated 21 Oct 1309[3330]. A charter dated 29 Oct 1317 records an alliance which included "Megthilde der vrouwe van Dinzlaghen ind irre doegter Yrmegarde"[3331]. m (contract 1 Aug 1308, Papal dispensation 21 Oct 1309) as his second wife, OTTO Graf von Kleve, son of DIETRICH [VI] Graf von Kleve & his first wife Margareta van Gelre (1278--[27 Sep 1310/24 Feb 1311]).

6. ELISABETH von Virneburg (-Königsfelden 14 Sep 1343, bur Königsfelden). "Lupoldus…dux Austrie et Styrie…" promised support for imperial candidates, part of the arrangement being the marriage of "Henricum ducem Austrie fratrum nostrum" and "Ruperto comiti de Virnemburg…Elisabeth sorore comitis de Virnenburg predicti" by charter dated 24 Sep 1314[3332]. A charter dated 4 Aug 1343 records that "Elyzabeth ducissa Austrie et Styrie relicta...felicis memorie quondam dni Heinrici ducis Austrie, nata quondam...dni Ruperti comitis de Virnenburg" donated property for the souls of herself, her husband, “ac...parentum suorum quondam dni Ruperti patris sui predicti ac Cunegundis ipsius quondam Ruperti conthoralis”[3333]. m (contract 24 Sep 1314, Oct 1314) HEINRICH Duke of Austria, son of ALBRECHT I Duke of Austria, King of Germany & his wife Elisabeth von Görz-Tirol (1299-Bruck an der Mur 3 Feb 1327, bur Graz Minoritenkirche, removed to Kölnigsfelden).

7. KUNIGUNDE von Virneburg (-after 20 Jun 1328). Her parentage and marriage are shown in Europäische Stammtafeln[3334], but the primary source on which this information is based has not been identified. m ([1314]) as his second wife, JAN [IV] Heer van Arkel, son of JAN [III] Heer van Arkel & his wife --- (-24 Mar 1324).

The following reconstruction is an incomplete outline only, added mainly to show hyperlinks to other families in Medieval Lands. The primary sources which confirm the family relationships have not been identified unless otherwise stated.

ROBERT [IV] von Virneburg, son of ADOLF Graf von Virneburg his wife Jutta --- (-1445). The primary source which confirms his parentage has not yet been identified. Graf von Virneburg. "Gerhard Graue zu Seyne, Ropprecht Graue zu Virnenberg, Bernhard ind Johann Gebrodere Grauen zu Solms ind Dyther von Isinburg Hrre zu Budingen" agreed the division of two-thirds of the Falkenstein inheritance by charter dated early Jun 1419[3335]. "Ruprecht Graue zu Virnenbergk, Bernhardt und Johann Gebrudere Grauen zu Solms", noting that part of the Falkenstein inheritance had fallen to “Annen von Solms etwanne Graffynne zu Sayne, Wittwe, und Diether von Isenburg Herre zu Budingen, unsern...Swegerin und Swager”, agreed jurisdictional arrangements by charter dated end-May 1420[3336].

m firstly (before 21 Feb 1391) JOHANNETTE von Blankenheim, daughter of GERHARD [IX] Graf von Blankenheim & his wife --- (-before 24 Jun 1392). "Gerart van Blanckenheim herre zu Castelberch ind zu Gerartsteyne as momber Robrechtz greuen zu Vyrnenborch myns eydoms ind Johannetten van Blanckenheim mynre doechter syns wyffs" exchanged property with “Heynrich greuen ind Kathrynen van Randenroide, greuynnen van Nassauwe...heren Willem van Huerne ind vrouwe Marien van Randenroide herren ind vrouwen van Duffel ind van Herlaer” by charter dated 21 Feb 1391[3337].

m secondly AGNES von Solms, daughter of OTTO [I] Graf von Solms & his wife Agnes von Falkenstein (-[1412/20]). "Roprecht greue ind Agness van Solze greuynne zu Wyrnemburgh" sold “unse burgh genant Erproide...” to Friedrich Archbishop of Köln, including part held by “her Herman van Randenroide ritter”, by charter dated 21 Dec 1405[3338].

Robert [IV] & his second wife had children:

1. PHILIPP von Virneburg (-1443). His parentage is confirmed by his marriage contract. Herr von Saffenburg, Graf von Neuenahr: “Wilhelm Herr zu Saffenberg und seine Frau Metza von Reifferscheid” renounced their properties because of serious illness in favour of “ihres Eidams Philipp Junggraf zu Virneburg und dessen Frau, ihrer Tochter Katharina” by charters dated 3 Nov 1424, 22 Nov 1424[3339]. m (contract 4 Jul 1419) KATHARINA von Saffenberg, daughter of WILHELM Herr von Saffenberg & his wife Metza von Reifferscheid. The marriage contract between “Ruprecht Graf von Virneburg...seines ältesten Sohnes Philipp” and “Wilhelm Herr zu Saffenberg und seiner Frau Metza von Reifferscheid...deren ätesten Tochter Katharina” is dated 4 Jul 1419[3340]. Philipp & his wife had children:

a) ROBERT von Virneburg (-1459). Graf von Virneburg. m as her first husband, MARGUERITE de Sombreffe, daughter of --- JACQUES Seigneur de Sombreffe & his wife Marie de Roisin. Robert & his wife had children:

i) PHILIPP von Virneburg (-1534). Graf von Virneburg. m firstly WALBURGA von Solms, daughter of ---. m secondly (1514) as her second husband, ANNA van Egmond, widow of WILLEM Graaf van den Bergh, daughter of WILLEM van Egmond Heer van Herpen & his wife Margareta van Culemborg (-4 Sep 1517). Philipp & his first wife had children:

(1) CONON von Virneburg (-28 Dec 1545). Graf von Virneburg. m JOSSINE de la Marck, daughter of ROBERT de la Marck Seigneur d’Arenberg & his wife Mathilde van Montfoort.

b) WILHELM von Virneburg (-after 1462). He inherited part of Falkenstein from his paternal grandmother. He sold Falkenstein to Wirich von Daun, whose son Melchior married Wilhelm’s daughter. m (before 20 Jul 1446) FRANÇOISE de Rodemack, daughter of JEAN [III] Seigneur de Rodemack & his wife Irmgard von Bolch (-28 Feb 1483, bur Prüm). Leo records her parentage and marriage[3341]. Vannérus records her post-nuptial contract dated 20 Jul 1446[3342]. An epitaph at Prüm records the burial of “dna Francisca de Rodemachern comitissa de Virneburg...uxor quondam...Wilhelmi comitis de Virnenburg” who died 28 Feb 1483[3343]. Wilhelm & his wife had two children:

i) MARGARETA von Virneburg . Heiress of Falkenstein. m MELCHIOR von Daun-Oberstein, son of ---.

ii) MECHTILD von Virneburg . Heiress of Kronenburg und Neuburg. m KUNO Graf von Manderscheid, son of of DIETRICH Graf von Manderscheid & his wife Johanna Gräfin von Schleiden (-24 Jul 1489).

c) AGNES von Virneburg (-1478). m (before 19 Nov 1454) FRIEDRICH von Runkel Graf von Wied, son of DIETRICH [IV] Herr von Runkel & his wife Anastasia von Isenburg-Wied (-1487).

d) MATHILDE von Virneburg ). m (1449) KUNO Herr von Westerburg, son of REINHARD [III] Herr von Westerburg & his second wife Margareta von Leiningen (-1459).

2. ROBERT von Virneburg (-after 1434).

3. AGNES von Virneburg ). m (1443) JEAN de la Marck Seigneur de Sedan, Seigneur d’Arenberg, son of EBERHARD von der Mark Seigneur de Sedan & his first wife Marie de Braquemont (-after 1480).

4. GENOFEVA von Virneburg (-18 Apr 1437, bur Breda). Elisabeth von Sponheim arranged the betrothal of “Heinrich, dem einjährigen Sohn Engelberts I. von Nassau” and “Genoveva, der Tochter Roberts von Virneburg”, on condtion the county of Vianden and the Vianden property in Brabant would fall to Heinrich or his next heir, by charter dated 18 May 1415[3344]. m (Betrothed 18 May 1415, after 15 May 1429) as his first wife, HEINRICH Graf von Nassau-Dillenburg, son of ENGELBERT I Graf von Nassau-Dillenburg & his wife Johanna van Polanen Heiress of Breda (7 Jan 1414-Italy 18 Jan 1451, bur San Quiica, Orcia).

Chapter 11. OTHER NOBILITY in the LOWER RHINE region

1. HERMANN (-after 5 Aug 1134). Graf von Vincelenburg. Friedrich [I] Archbishop of Köln confirmed donations to Knechtsteden by charter dated 5 Aug 1134, witnessed by "Hermannus comes de Vincellenburch, Gerardus de Hostade, Gerardus de Mulesfurt"[3345].

Four possible brothers:

1. KUNO . Herr von der Leye. "Cuno, Hermannus, Henricus et Arnoldus dominus de Leye" donated “castri nostri in Leye” to the archbishop of Köln by charter dated 1239, sealed by “Cunradi comitis Siuestris et Euerhardi de Lapide”[3346].

2. HERMANN . "Cuno, Hermannus, Henricus et Arnoldus dominus de Leye" donated “castri nostri in Leye” to the archbishop of Köln by charter dated 1239, sealed by “Cunradi comitis Siuestris et Euerhardi de Lapide”[3347].

3. HEINRICH . "Cuno, Hermannus, Henricus et Arnoldus dominus de Leye" donated “castri nostri in Leye” to the archbishop of Köln by charter dated 1239, sealed by “Cunradi comitis Siuestris et Euerhardi de Lapide”[3348].

4. ARNOLD . "Cuno, Hermannus, Henricus et Arnoldus dominus de Leye" donated “castri nostri in Leye” to the archbishop of Köln by charter dated 1239, sealed by “Cunradi comitis Siuestris et Euerhardi de Lapide”[3349].

1. HERBORD (-after 23 Mar 1279). Graf von Dortmund. "Herbordus comes de Tremonia [Dortmund] et castrensis in Ahusin” donated half certain revenues from Dortmund to Engelbert Archbishop of Köln by charter dated 1 Jan 1265, sealed by “domini Herbordi patrui mei”[3350]. “Herbordus comes Tremoniensis consules...et universi burgenses” agreed an alliance with “domino Godefrido comite Arnesbergensi et Fr. filio ipsius” in the war with “dominum Th. comitem de Limburg” by charter dated 7 Jul 1270[3351]. “Godefridus comes de Arnesberg” clarified his alliance with “Herebordus comes et opidani Tremonienses...et...Frederico filio nostro bone memorie” against “nobiles viros Theodericum et Johannem filium ipsius comites de Limburg” by charter dated 23 Mar 1279[3352].

[1] Niesert, J. (1827) Münstersche Urkundensammlung (Coesfeld), Band II, L, p. 222.

[2] Monumenta Germaniæ Historica, Scriptores Rerum Germanicarum, Nova Series, Tome VI (Berlin, 1929), Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 24.

[3] Lacomblet, T. J. (ed.) (1857) Urkundenbuch für die Geschichte des Niederrheins, Band IV (Düsseldorf) ("Niederrheins Urkundenbuch"), 623, p. 773.

[4] Lacomblet, T. J. (ed.) (1840) Urkundenbuch für die Geschichte des Niederrheins, Band I (Düsseldorf) ("Niederrheins Urkundenbuch"), 423, p. 294.

[5] Seibertz, J. S. (1839) Urkundenbuch zur Landes- und Rechtsgeschichte des Herzogthums Westfalen (Arnsberg), Band I, 57, p. 79.

[6] Niesert (1827), Band II, L, p. 222.

[7] Montanus [Zuccalmaglio, V. J.] (1851) Das Kloster Altenberg im Dhünthale (Elberfeld), p. 122.

[8] ES XVIII 2.

[9] ES VI 3, ES VIII 37.

[10] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 26.

[11] Seibertz (1839), Band I, 57, p. 79.

[12] Niesert (1827), Band II, L, p. 222.

[13] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 481, p. 340.

[14] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 536, p. 373.

[15] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 559, p. 390.

[16] Erhard, H. A. (ed.) (1851) Regesta historiæ Westfaliæ (Münster) ("Westfaliæ Regesta") Band II, DLXXXIII, p. 262.

[17] Lacomblet, T. J. (ed.) (1858) Urkundenbuch für die Geschichte des Niederrheins, Band IV (Düsseldorf) ("Niederrheins Urkundenbuch"), 643, p. 789.

[18] Staatsarchiv Münster (ed.) (1908) Westfälisches Urkundenbuch, Band VII (Münster) (“Westfälisches Urkundenburch Band VII (1908)”), 14, p. 9.

[19] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 643, p. 789.

[20] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 643, p. 789.

[21] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 14, p. 9.

[22] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 26.

[23] ES XVIII 3.

[24] Ernst, S. P. (1847) Histoire de Limbourg, Tome VI (Liège), CLX, p. 224.

[25] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, CLXVI, p. 229.

[26] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 543, p. 240.

[27] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, CLX, p. 224.

[28] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 543, p. 240.

[29] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, CLX, p. 224.

[30] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 543, p. 240.

[31] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, CLX, p. 224.

[32] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 543, p. 240.

[33] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, CLX, p. 224.

[34] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 543, p. 240.

[35] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 1171, p. 531.

[36] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, CLX, p. 224.

[37] ES XVIII 3.

[38] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 25.

[39] Cæsarii Heisterbacensis Catalogus Archiepiscopum Coloniensium 94-1230, Fontes rerum Germanicarum II, p. 279.

[40] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 559, p. 390.

[41] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 643, p. 789.

[42] Westfälisches Urkundenburch Band III (1871), 79, p. 41.

[43] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 26.

[44] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 481, p. 340.

[45] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 525, p. 366.

[46] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 536, p. 373.

[47] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 559, p. 390.

[48] Westfaliæ Regesta, Band II, DLXXXIII, p. 262.

[49] Wilmans, R. (ed.) (1871) Westfälisches Urkundenbuch, Band III (Münster) (“Westfälisches Urkundenburch Band III (1871)”), 62, p. 33.

[50] Westfälisches Urkundenburch Band III (1871), 62, p. 33.

[51] ES XVIII 3.

[52] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 26.

[53] ES XVIII 16.

[54] Westfaliæ Regesta, Band II, DLXXXIII, p. 262.

[55] Westfälisches Urkundenburch Band III (1871), 79, p. 41.

[56] Hodenberg, W. von (ed.) (1858) Calenberger Urkundenbuch, Dritte Abtheilung (Stift Loccum) (Hannover) 34, p. 33.

[57] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 618, p. 276.

[58] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 543, p. 240.

[59] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 26.

[60] Chronica Albrici Monachi Trium Fontium 1225, MGH SS XXIII, p. 916.

[61] Chronica Minor Auctore Minorita Erphordiensi 1225, MGH SS XXIV, p. 197.

[62] Chronica Albrici Monachi Trium Fontium 1225, MGH SS XXIII, p. 917.

[63] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 27.

[64] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, CLX, p. 224.

[65] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, CLXXII, p. 235.

[66] Chronicon Lamberti Parvi, a Reinerio Monacho Continuatum, 1225, Veterum Scriptorum, Tome V, p. 65.

[67] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, CLXVI, p. 229.

[68] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, CLXVI, p. 229.

[69] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, CLXXIV, p. 236.

[70] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 945, p. 427.

[71] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 1325, p. 602.

[72] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, 47, p. 200.

[73] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 471, p. 264.

[74] Chronicon Lamberti Parvi, a Reinerio Monacho Continuatum, 1225, Veterum Scriptorum, Tome V, p. 65.

[75] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 372, p. 197.

[76] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 919, p. 546.

[77] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 661, p. 389.

[78] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 774, p. 455.

[79] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, CLXVI, p. 229.

[80] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, CLX, p. 224.

[81] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 543, p. 240.

[82] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, CLXXIV, p. 236.

[83] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 372, p. 197.

[84] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 529, p. 297.

[85] Kremer, C. J. (1781) Academische Beiträge zur Jülch- und Bergischen Geschichte, Band III (Mannheim), CXXXIII, p. 150.

[86] Kremer, C. J. (1776) Academische Beiträge zur Jülch- und Bergischen Geschichte, Band II (Mannheim), XVI, p. 136.

[87] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 746, p. 442.

[88] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 372, p. 197.

[89] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 746, p. 442.

[90] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 529, p. 297.

[91] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 746, p. 442.

[92] Fahne, A. (1858) Geschichte der Grafen jetzigen Fürsten zu Salm-Reifferscheid (Köln), Band II, 198, p. 129.

[93] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 746, p. 442.

[94] Kremer (1776), Band II, XVI, p. 136.

[95] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 746, p. 442.

[96] Fahne (1858), Band II, 198, p. 129.

[97] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 358, p. 280.

[98] Fahne (1858), Band II, p. 108, footnote 1.

[99] Fahne (1858), Band II, 198, p. 129.

[100] ES XVIII 3.

[101] Fahne (1858), Band II, 297, p. 205.

[102] Fahne (1858), Band II, 321, p. 224.

[103] Fahne, A. (1866) Geschichte der Grafen jetzigen Fürsten zu Salm-Reifferscheid (Köln), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 104.

[104] Fahne (1858), Band II, 279, p. 187.

[105] Fahne (1858), Band II, 288, p. 195.

[106] Fahne (1858), Band II, 297, p. 205.

[107] Fahne (1858), Band II, 321, p. 224.

[108] Fahne (1858), Band II, 297, p. 205.

[109] Fahne (1858), Band II, 215 [error for 315], p. 217.

[110] Fahne (1858), Band II, 327, p. 231.

[111] Fahne (1858), Band II, 325, p. 229.

[112] Fahne (1858), Band II, 297, p. 205.

[113] Fahne (1858), Band II, 297, p. 205.

[114] Annalista Saxo 1026.

[115] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 211, p. 137.

[116] Ennen, L. & Eckertz, G. (1860) Quellen zur Geschichte der Stadt Köln (Köln) (“Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz)”), Band I, 25, p. 482.

[117] Kremer (1776), Band II, VIII, p. 203.

[118] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1860), 29, p. 486.

[119] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 242, p. 155.

[120] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 241, p. 155.

[121] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 229, p. 149.

[122] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 244, p. 157.

[123] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 258, p. 167.

[124] Annalista Saxo 1026.

[125] Annalista Saxo 1026.

[126] Annalista Saxo 1026.

[127] Kremer (1776), Band II, X, p. 208.

[128] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 616, p. 768.

[129] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 617, p. 769.

[130] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 280, p. 183.

[131] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 282, p. 183.

[132] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 286, p. 187.

[133] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 288, p. 188.

[134] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 301, p. 197.

[135] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 307, p. 203.

[136] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 623, p. 773.

[137] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 401, p. 277.

[138] Chronica Comitum de Marka, pp. 21-2.

[139] Montanus (1851), p. 120.

[140] ES VIII 98 a.

[141] ES XVIII 2.

[142] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 617, p. 769.

[143] Chronica Albrici Monachi Trium Fontium 1150, MGH SS XXIII, p. 840.

[144] ES XVIII 2 and ES XVI 80 A.

[145] Eccard, J. G. (1723) Corpus historicum medii ævi (Leipzig), Tome I, Chronica regia S. Pantaleonis, col. 933.

[146] Recueil des Historiens des Croisades, Historiens Orientaux, Tome I (Paris, 1872), Tiré des Annales d’Abou l-Feda, p. 28.

[147] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 24.

[148] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 623, p. 773.

[149] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 423, p. 294.

[150] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 24.

[151] Chronica Albrici Monachi Trium Fontium 1158, MGH SS XXIII, p. 844.

[152] Cæsarii Heisterbacensis Catalogus Archiepiscopum Coloniensium 94-1230, Fontes rerum Germanicarum II, p. 276.

[153] ES XVIII 2.

[154] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 24.

[155] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 401, p. 277.

[156] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 24.

[157] Cæsarii Heisterbacensis Catalogus Archiepiscopum Coloniensium 94-1230, Fontes rerum Germanicarum II, p. 279.

[158] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 241, p. 155.

[159] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 617, p. 769.

[160] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 288, p. 188.

[161] Montanus (1851), p. 120.

[162] Anselmi Gemblacensis continuatio Sigeberti Chronica 1131, 1132, MGH SS VI, p. 384.

[163] Cæsarii Heisterbacensis Catalogus Archiepiscopum Coloniensium 94-1230, Fontes rerum Germanicarum II, pp. 275 and 276.

[164] Gudenus, Tome I, LII, p. 139

[165] Chronica Comitum de Marka, pp. 20-1.

[166] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 21, footnote 1).

[167] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 24.

[168] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 401, p. 277.

[169] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 629, p. 781.

[170] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 423, p. 294.

[171] Niesert (1827), Band II, L, p. 222.

[172] Chronica Albrici Monachi Trium Fontium 1216, MGH SS XXIII, p. 904.

[173] Chronica Albrici Monachi Trium Fontium 1216, MGH SS XXIII, p. 904.

[174] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 34, p. 19.

[175] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 67, p. 37.

[176] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, CLII, p. 218.

[177] Cæsarii Heisterbacensis Vita sancti Engelberti Archiepiscopi Coloniensis, Fontes rerum Germanicarum II, p. 301.

[178] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 61, p. 34.

[179] Lacomblet, T. J. (ed.) (1860) Archiv für die Geschichte des Niederrheins (Düsseldorf) (“Archiv Niederrheins”), Band III, Memorienbuch des Canonichenstifts S Guidberti zu Kaiserswerth, p. 124.

[180] Chronica Albrici Monachi Trium Fontium 1216, MGH SS XXIII, p. 904.

[181] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 34, p. 19.

[182] Cæsarii Heisterbacensis Catalogus Archiepiscopum Coloniensium 94-1230, Fontes rerum Germanicarum II, p. 280.

[183] Chronica Albrici Monachi Trium Fontium 1225, MGH SS XXIII, p. 916.

[184] Chronica Minor Auctore Minorita Erphordiensi 1225, MGH SS XXIV, p. 197.

[185] Annales Spirenses 1225, MGH SS XVII, p. 84.

[186] Archiv Niederrheins, Band II, p. 18.

[187] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 27.

[188] Chronica Albrici Monachi Trium Fontium 1240, MGH SS XXIII, p. 947.

[189] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 274, p. 142.

[190] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 290, p. 150.

[191] Kaiserswerth St Guidbert Memorienbuch, p. 122.

[192] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 300, p. 156.

[193] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 346, p. 183.

[194] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 521, p. 294.

[195] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 556, p. 324.

[196] Kremer (1781), Band III, CCXXXI, p. 242.

[197] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 44.

[198] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 521, p. 294.

[199] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 556, p. 324.

[200] Kremer (1781), Band III, CXXXIII, p. 150.

[201] Gade, J. A. (1951) Luxemburg in the Middle Ages (Leiden), p. 105.

[202] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, CCLII and CCLIII, pp. 310-12.

[203] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, CCLIV, p. 313.

[204] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 820, p. 487.

[205] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 846, p. 501.

[206] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 52.

[207] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 556, p. 324.

[208] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 846, p. 501.

[209] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 44.

[210] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, CCLII and CCLIII, pp. 310-12.

[211] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 988, p. 582.

[212] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 52.

[213] Kremer (1781), Band III, CCXXXI, p. 242.

[214] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 62.

[215] Kremer (1781), Band III, CCXXXI, p. 242.

[216] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 44.

[217] Kremer (1781), Band III, CXXXIII, p. 150.

[218] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, CCLII and CCLIII, pp. 310-12.

[219] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 820, p. 487.

[220] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 44.

[221] Chronica Comitum de Marka, pp. 44-5.

[222] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 62.

[223] Lacomblet, T. J. (ed.) (1853) Urkundenbuch für die Geschichte des Niederrheins, Band III (Düsseldorf) ("Niederrheins Urkundenbuch"), 369, p. 293.

[224] Archiv Niederrheins, Band III, Memorienbuch des Canonichenstifts S Mariæ B zu Düsseldorf ("Düsseldorf St Maria Memorienbuch"), p. 128.

[225] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 113, p. 81.

[226] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 369, p. 293.

[227] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 64.

[228] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, CCLIV, p. 313.

[229] Lamey, A. (1779) Diplomatische Geschichte der alten Grafen von Ravensberg (Mannheim) ("Ravensberg Codex"), XCIV, 86.

[230] Ravensberg Codex, C, 91.

[231] Ravensberg Codex, CVI, 95.

[232] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 385, p. 306.

[233] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 44.

[234] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 651, p. 380.

[235] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 50.

[236] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, CCLII and CCLIII, pp. 310-12.

[237] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, CCLII and CCLIII, pp. 310-12.

[238] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 44.

[239] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, CCLII and CCLIII, pp. 310-12.

[240] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 712, p. 416.

[241] Kremer (1781), Band III, CCXXXI, p. 242.

[242] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 247, p. 159.

[243] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 318, p. 211.

[244] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 322, p. 214.

[245] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 334, p. 224.

[246] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 336, p. 225.

[247] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 342, p. 231.

[248] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 361, p. 248.

[249] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 364, p. 249.

[250] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 374, p. 257.

[251] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 346, p. 234.

[252] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 347, p. 235.

[253] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. I, 659, p. 714.

[254] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. I, 659, p. 714.

[255] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 505, p. 354.

[256] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch II, 220, p. 259.

[257] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch III, 398, p. 316.

[258] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. I, 659, p. 714.

[259] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 505, p. 354.

[260] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. II, 155, p. 197.

[261] Fahne (1858), Band II, 12, p. 7.

[262] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch III, 398, p. 316.

[263] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. I, 659, p. 714.

[264] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 505, p. 354.

[265] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 505, p. 354.

[266] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 154, p. 81.

[267] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 263, p. 135.

[268] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 372, p. 197.

[269] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 502, p. 283.

[270] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 544, p. 312.

[271] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 621, p. 366.

[272] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 1433, p. 653.

[273] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 372, p. 197.

[274] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 919, p. 546.

[275] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 661, p. 389.

[276] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 774, p. 455.

[277] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 1433, p. 653.

[278] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 661, p. 389.

[279] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 774, p. 455.

[280] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 801, p. 473.

[281] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 919, p. 546.

[282] Fahne (1858), Band II, 106, p. 68.

[283] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 661, p. 389.

[284] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 661, p. 389.

[285] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 661, p. 389.

[286] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 774, p. 455.

[287] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 801, p. 473.

[288] Fahne (1858), Band II, 106, p. 68.

[289] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 661, p. 389.

[290] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 774, p. 455.

[291] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 801, p. 473.

[292] Fahne (1858), Band II, 106, p. 68.

[293] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 774, p. 455.

[294] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 661, p. 389.

[295] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 774, p. 455.

[296] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 661, p. 389.

[297] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 774, p. 455.

[298] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 661, p. 389.

[299] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 774, p. 455.

[300] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 617, p. 364.

[301] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 617, p. 364.

[302] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 621, p. 366.

[303] ES VIII 69.

[304] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 537, p. 304.

[305] ES VIII 69.

[306] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 181, p. 152.

[307] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 181, p. 152.

[308] D O III 93, p. 504.

[309] D O III 93, p. 504.

[310] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 613, p. 766.

[311] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 614, p. 767.

[312] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 275, p. 178.

[313] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 616, p. 768.

[314] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 288, p. 188.

[315] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 292, p. 191.

[316] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 299, p. 195.

[317] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 301, p. 197.

[318] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 314, p. 207.

[319] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 329, p. 219.

[320] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 629, p. 781.

[321] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 414, p. 285.

[322] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 415, p. 286.

[323] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 416, p. 288.

[324] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 453, p. 318.

[325] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 490, p. 346.

[326] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 624, p. 774.

[327] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 629, p. 781.

[328] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 415, p. 286.

[329] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 624, p. 774.

[330] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 415, p. 286.

[331] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 453, p. 318.

[332] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 642, p. 789.

[333] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 361, p. 248.

[334] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 631, p. 780.

[335] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 455, p. 319.

[336] Beyer, H., Eltester, L. & Goerz, A. (eds.) (1865) Urkundenbuch zur Geschichte der, jetzt die Preussischen Regierungsbezirke Coblenz und Trier bildenden Mittelrheinischen Territorien (Coblenz), Vol. II, (“Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch II”), 96, p. 133.

[337] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 406, p. 279.

[338] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 455, p. 319.

[339] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch II, 96, p. 133.

[340] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 525, p. 366.

[341] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 555, p. 387.

[342] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 646, p. 791.

[343] Ernst (1840), Tome V, V, p. 317.

[344] Günther, W. (1823) Codex Diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus (Coblenz) Theil II, Nachtrag, p. vii.

[345] Ernst (1840), Tome V, V, p. 317.

[346] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch II, 220, p. 259.

[347] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. II, 252, p. 292.

[348] Ernst (1840), Tome V, V, p. 317.

[349] Eltester, L. & Goerz, A. (eds.) (1874) Urkundenbuch zur Geschichte der, jetzt die Preussischen Regierungsbezirke Coblenz und Trier bildenden Mittelrheinischen Territorien (Coblenz), Vol. III, ("Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch III"), 11, p. 16.

[350] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch III, 12, p. 17.

[351] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, XCVII, p. 183.

[352] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch III, 186, p. 159.

[353] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch III, 236, p. 196.

[354] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch III, 533, p. 413.

[355] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 669, p. 507.

[356] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch II, 220, p. 259.

[357] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch III, 236, p. 196.

[358] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch III, 398, p. 316.

[359] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 484, p. 377.

[360] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 669, p. 507.

[361] Ernst (1840), Tome V, V, p. 317.

[362] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch III, 186, p. 159.

[363] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 73, p. 168.

[364] Ernst (1840), Tome V, XIII, p. 321.

[365] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 73, p. 168.

[366] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 658, p. 799.

[367] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch III, 12, p. 17.

[368] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch III, 186, p. 159.

[369] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch III, 1168, p. 870.

[370] Gesta Episcopum Traiectensium 18, MGH SS XXIII, p. 410.

[371] Westfaliæ Regesta, Band II, DXLI, p. 237.

[372] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 361, p. 248.

[373] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 631, p. 780.

[374] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 490, p. 346.

[375] Ernst, S. P. (1840) Histoire de Limbourg, Tome V (Liège), p. 215, citing Hugo Annal. Præmonst., t. I, prob., p. DCXXX.

[376] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 455, p. 319.

[377] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 525, p. 366.

[378] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 640, p. 788.

[379] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 646, p. 791.

[380] Salbray, de (1673) Miroir des nobles de Hasbaye, composé en forme de Chronique par Jacques de Hemricourt (Brussels) (“Hemricourt (1673)”), pp. 87-8.

[381] Hemricourt (1673), pp. 87-8.

[382] Ernst (1840), Tome V, p. 215, citing Hugo Annal. Præmonst., t. I, prob., p. DCXXX.

[383] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 479, p. 338.

[384] Sigeberti Continuatio Aquicinctina 1193, MGH SS VI, p. 430.

[385] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 631, p. 780.

[386] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 73, p. 168.

[387] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 74, p. 170.

[388] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch III, 1168, p. 870.

[389] Reisach, K. A. Graf von & Linde, P. A. (eds.) (1835) Archiv für Rheinische Geschichte, Theil II (Coblenz), Urkundenbuch der Graffschaft Sponheim, XXII, p. 279.

[390] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 9.

[391] Frick, H. (1933) Quellen zu Geschichte von Bad Neuenahr (Bad Neuenahr), 517, p. 91.

[392] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 517, p. 91.

[393] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 522, p. 93.

[394] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 601, p. 109.

[395] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 10.

[396] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 618, p. 113.

[397] Bosbach, F. X. ‘Das älteste Burtscheider Nekrologium’, Zeitschrift des Aachener Geschichtsvereins, Band 20 (Aachen, 1898), p. 145.

[398] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 858, p. 184.

[399] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 618, p. 113.

[400] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 621, p. 114.

[401] Würth-Paquet, F. X., & Van Werveke, N. ‘[Chartes de Clervaux]’, Publications de la Section historique de l’Institut R. G.-D. de Luxembourg, Année 1883 - XXXVI (XIV) (Luxembourg, 1883) (“Clervaux (1883)”), 150, p. 35.

[402] Bosbach ‘Das älteste Burtscheider Nekrologium’ (1898), p. 145.

[403] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 858, p. 184.

[404] Clervaux (1883), 150, p. 35.

[405] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 647, p. 120.

[406] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 650, p. 121.

[407] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 9.

[408] Gudenus, V. F. de (1747) Codex Diplomaticus sive Anecdotorum, res moguntinas, francicas, trevirenses, colonienses, finitimarumque regionum (Goettingen), Tome II, CLXXV, p. 1112.

[409] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 858, p. 184.

[410] Fahne, A. (1858) Geschichte der Grafen jetzigen Fürsten zu Salm-Reifferscheid (Köln), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 10.

[411] Gudenus, V. F. de (1747) Codex Diplomaticus sive Anecdotorum, res moguntinas, francicas, trevirenses, colonienses, finitimarumque regionum (Goettingen), Tome II, CLXXV, p. 1112.

[412] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 707, p. 131.

[413] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 708, p. 131.

[414] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 729, p. 135.

[415] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 865, p. 756.

[416] Gudenus (1747), Tome II, CCXLVIII, p. 1193.

[417] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 618, p. 113.

[418] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 10.

[419] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 517, p. 91.

[420] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 573, p. 104.

[421] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 9.

[422] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 601, p. 109.

[423] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 10.

[424] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 621, p. 114.

[425] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 10.

[426] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 736, p. 138.

[427] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 10.

[428] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 736, p. 138.

[429] Fahne (1858), Band II, p. 108, footnote 1.

[430] Fahne (1858), Band II, 183, p. 120.

[431] Fahne (1858), Band II, 186, p. 122.

[432] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 740, p. 144.

[433] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 748, p. 146.

[434] ES XXIX 101.

[435] ES XXIX 101.

[436] ES XXIX 101.

[437] ES XXIX 101.

[438] ES XXIX 101.

[439] ES XXIX 101.

[440] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 759, p. 148.

[441] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 10.

[442] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 695, p. 129.

[443] Fischer, C. H. H. (1775) Geschlechts-Register der Häuser Isenburg Wied und Runkel (Mannheim) ("Isenburg-Wied-Runkel (1775)"), Urkunden, CII, 118.

[444] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 517, p. 91.

[445] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 858, p. 184.

[446] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 517, p. 91.

[447] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 10.

[448] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 621, p. 114.

[449] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 736, p. 138.

[450] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 10.

[451] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 736, p. 138.

[452] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 748, p. 146.

[453] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 759, p. 148.

[454] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 780, p. 158.

[455] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 808, p. 165.

[456] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 10.

[457] Aders, G. (1977) Urkunden und Akten der Neuenahrer Herrschaften und Besitzungen (Köln), 43, p. 18.

[458] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 780, p. 158.

[459] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 808, p. 165.

[460] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 808, p. 165.

[461] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 10.

[462] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 847, p. 181.

[463] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 870, p. 189.

[464] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 10.

[465] ES VII 140, and Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 9.

[466] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 736, p. 138.

[467] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 10.

[468] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 708, p. 131.

[469] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 815, p. 169.

[470] <http://www.regesta-imperii.de/regesten/13-0-0-chmel/nr/1442-00-00_35_0_13_0_0_867_867.html?tx_hisodat_sources[action]=show&tx_hisodat_sources[controller]=Sources&cHash=fa4de50a6fcd6e3a1519505cc183f341#rinav> (26 Aug 2021).

[471] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 10.

[472] Fahne (1858), Band II, 325, p. 229.

[473] Fahne (1858), Band II, 215 [error for 315], p. 217.

[474] Fahne (1858), Band II, 316, p. 218.

[475] Fahne (1858), Band II, 325, p. 229.

[476] Tille, A. ‘Eine Steinfelde Urkunde’, Meister, A. (ed.) Annalen des Historischen Vereins für den Niederrhein, 70, (Köln, 1901), p. 76.

[477] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 614, p. 767.

[478] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 616, p. 768.

[479] Tille ‘Eine Steinfelde Urkunde’ (1901), p. 76.

[480] Tille ‘Eine Steinfelde Urkunde’ (1901), p. 76.

[481] Tille ‘Eine Steinfelde Urkunde’ (1901), p. 76.

[482] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 621, p. 772.

[483] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil I, 148, p. 318.

[484] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 379, p. 262.

[485] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 381, p. 263.

[486] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil I, 148, p. 318.

[487] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 379, p. 262.

[488] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 381, p. 263.

[489] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 458, p. 322.

[490] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 554, p. 385.

[491] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 557, p. 388.

[492] Hugo, C. L. (1736) Sacri et Canonici Ordinis Præmonstratensis Annales, Pars prima, Tome II (Nancy), Probationes, col. 525.

[493] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil I, 217, p. 452.

[494] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 554, p. 385.

[495] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 557, p. 388.

[496] Hugo (1736), Pars prima, Tome II, Probationes, col. 525.

[497] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 88, p. 49.

[498] Eltester, L. & Goerz, A. (eds.) (1874) Urkundenbuch zur Geschichte der jetzt die Preussischen Regierungsbezirke Coblenz und Trier bildenden Mittelrheinischen Territorien (Coblenz), Vol. III, (“Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch”), 252, p. 208.

[499] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 75, p. 41.

[500] ES XI 9.

[501] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 943, p. 706.

[502] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 361, p. 191.

[503] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 1158, p. 863.

[504] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 178.9, p. 289.

[505] Goerz, A. (1881) Mittelrheinische Regesten, III Theil (Coblenz), 2282, p. 516.

[506] Wampach, C. (1940) Urkunden- und Quellenbuch zur Geschichte der altluxemburgichen Territorien bis zur burgundischen Zeit, Band IV (Luxembourg) (available at <https://luxemburgensia.bnl.lu/cgi/getPdf1_3.pl?mode=item&id=2881> 16 Apr 2021), 170, p. 235.

[507] Grüsner, J. A. (1775) Diplomatische Beyträge (Frankfurt, Hanau, Leipzig), Vol. II, p. 55.

[508] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 609, p. 466.

[509] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 943, p. 706.

[510] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 178.9, p. 289.

[511] ES XI 9.

[512] Mittelrheinische Regesten, III, 2282, p. 516.

[513] Mittelrheinische Regesten, III, 2282, p. 516.

[514] Wampach (1948), Band V, 115, p. 120.

[515] Hardt, A. (2007) Urkundenbuch zur Geschichte der Mittelrheinischen Territorien, Band 4 (Wiesbaden) (“Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Band 4 (2007)”)188, p. 136.

[516] Kremer (1776), Band II, XL, p. 254.

[517] Mittelrheinische Regesten, III, 2282, p. 516.

[518] Wampach (1940), Band IV, 170, p. 235.

[519] Schmidt-Kallenberg, L. (1908) Nachträge zu den Inventaren der nichtstaatlichen Archive des Kreises Coesfeld (Archive Manderscheid-Blankenheim in Dülmen u. a.) (Münster), [Veröffentlichungen der Historische Kommission der Provinz Westfalen, Inventare der nichtstaatlichen Archive der Provinz Westfalen, Band I Regierungsbezirk Münster, Heft IVa Kreis Coesfeld (Nachträge)], 1, p. 16.

[520] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 711, p. 416.

[521] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 2, p. 16.

[522] Butkens, C. (1724) Trophées tant sacrés que profanes du duché de Brabant (The Hague), Vol. I, Preuves, p. 128.

[523] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 4, p. 3.

[524] Wampach (1949), Band VII, 1096, p. 156.

[525] Wampach (1949), Band VII, 1123, p. 186.

[526] Wampach (1949), Band VII, 1188a, p. 262.

[527] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 80, p. 59.

[528] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Band 4 (2007), 1047, p. 708.

[529] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 1, p. 16.

[530] Butkens (1724), Vol. I, Preuves, p. 128.

[531] Wampach (1949), Band VII, 1096, p. 156.

[532] Wampach (1949), Band VII, 1123, p. 186.

[533] Wampach (1949), Band VII, 1188a, p. 262.

[534] ES XI 9.

[535] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 4, p. 3.

[536] Wampach (1949), Band VII, 1096, p. 156.

[537] Gudenus (1747), Tome II, CLV, p. 1094.

[538] Wampach (1949), Band VII, 1096, p. 156.

[539] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 6, p. 17.

[540] Wolters, M. J. (ed.) (1849) Codex Diplomaticus Lossensis (Gand), 431, p. 299.

[541] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 567, p. 474.

[542] Fahne (1858), Band II, Nachtrag, 470, p. 340.

[543] ES XI 9.

[544] Fahne (1858), Band II, Nachtrag, 472, p. 341.

[545] Sauerland, H. V. (1902) Urkunden und Regesten zur Geschichte der Rheinlande aus dem vatikanischen Archiv (Bonn), Band I, 683, p. 322.

[546] ES XI 9.

[547] ES XVIII 16.

[548] ES XI 9.

[549] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 5, p. 49.

[550] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 11, p. 18.

[551] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 11, p. 18.

[552] Vannérus, J. ‘Les anciens dynastes d’Esch-sur-la-Sûre’, Ons Hémecht, Tome XV (1909, Luxembourg), p. 151.

[553] Vannérus ‘Esch-sur-la-Sûre’ (1909), p. 151.

[554] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 13, p. 18.

[555] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 21, p. 58.

[556] Vannérus ‘Esch-sur-la-Sûre’ (1909), pp. 151-2.

[557] Vannérus ‘Esch-sur-la-Sûre’ (1909), p. 152.

[558] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 25, p. 59.

[559] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 26, p. 59.

[560] Walcourt (1888), 7, p. 16.

[561] ES XI 9.

[562] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 1052, p. 619.

[563] Quadflieg, E. (1958) Genealogische Forschungen zur Eichs- und Territorialgeschichte, Heft 2 (Aachen), p. 30. Information sent by Bert M. Kamp by email 17 Feb 2023.

[564] Toepfer, F. (ed.) (1872) Urkundenbuch für die Geschichte des...Hauses der Voegte von Hunolstein (Nürnberg), Band III, Nachträge, XII, p. 202.

[565] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 214, p. 182.

[566] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 6, p. 17.

[567] Wolters (1849) Lossensis, 431, p. 299.

[568] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 7, p. 17.

[569] ES XI 9, 24.

[570] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 7, p. 17.

[571] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 7, p. 17.

[572] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 11, p. 18.

[573] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 16, p. 18.

[574] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 17, p. 19.

[575] Chartes de la famille de Reinach déposées aux archives du Grand-Duché de Luxembourg (Luxembourg, 1877), (“Reinach (1877)”), 620, p. 100.

[576] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 16, p. 18.

[577] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 17, p. 19.

[578] Chartes de la famille de Reinach déposées aux archives du Grand-Duché de Luxembourg (Luxembourg, 1877), (“Reinach (1877)”), 620, p. 100.

[579] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 5, p. 34.

[580] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 24, p. 20.

[581] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 680, p. 814.

[582] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 47, p. 23.

[583] Clervaux (1883), 614, p. 120.

[584] ES XI 9.

[585] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 24, p. 20.

[586] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 47, p. 23.

[587] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 680, p. 814.

[588] Kremer (1769), Band I, Urkunden Heinsberg, XXXIV, p. 54.

[589] ES XI 9.

[590] ES XI 9, 10.

[591] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 694, p. 598.

[592] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 16, p. 18.

[593] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 17, p. 19.

[594] Chartes de la famille de Reinach déposées aux archives du Grand-Duché de Luxembourg (Luxembourg, 1877), (“Reinach (1877)”), 620, p. 100.

[595] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 16, p. 18.

[596] ES XI 9.

[597] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 17, p. 19.

[598] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 5, p. 34.

[599] <https://www.gda.bayern.de/findmitteldb/Archivalie/1001707/?L=1&cHash=1fda9213e0bfac563be89d1886138eb4> (18 May 2021). Link sent by Bert M. Kamp 10 May 2021.

[600] ES XI 9.

[601] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 17, p. 19.

[602] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 8, p. 17.

[603] ES XI 9.

[604] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 18, p. 58.

[605] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 17, p. 19.

[606] Renn, H. ‘Zur Geschichte des Kronenburger Landes in der Frühzeit und das erste Kronenburger Edelgeschlecht’, Rheinische Vierteljahrsblätter, 19 (1954), p. 529, citing “Regesten der Erzbischöfe von Köln, 4, Nr. 2003”, available at <https://digitale-sammlungen.ulb.uni-bonn.de/periodical/pageview/7852009> (13 Apr 2021). I am grateful to Bert M. Kamp for highlighting this source, by email 12 Apr 2021

[607] Reinick, H. A. (1865) Statistik des Regierungsbezirkes Aachen in amtlichen Auftrage herausgegeben, Erste Abtheilung (Aachen), p. 16.

[608] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 31.

[609] Renn, H. ‘Zur Geschichte des Kronenburger Landes in der Frühzeit und das erste Kronenburger Edelgeschlecht’, Rheinische Vierteljahrsblätter, 19 (1954), pp. 499-555, available at <https://digitale-sammlungen.ulb.uni-bonn.de/periodical/pageview/7852009> (13 Apr 2021). I am grateful to Bert M. Kamp for highlighting this source, by email 12 Apr 2021.

[610] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), pp. 499-502, 505.

[611] Hartzheim, J. (1760) Concilia Germaniæ (Köln), Tome III, p. 187.

[612] Knipping, R. (1901) Die Regesten der Erzbischöfe von Köln im Mittelalter, Band 2 (Bonn), 425, p. 73.

[613] Knipping (1901), Band 2, 361, p. 58.

[614] Knipping (1901), Band 2, 425, p. 73.

[615] Knipping (1901), Band 2, 1365, p. 273.

[616] Knipping (1901), Band 2, 1365, p. 273.

[617] Knipping (1901), Band 2, 1495, p. 301.

[618] Knipping (1901), Band 2, 1495, p. 301.

[619] Knipping (1901), Band 2, 1430, p. 286.

[620] Fahne, A. (1866) Geschichte der Grafen jetzigen Fürsten zu Salm-Reifferscheidt (Köln), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 30, citing “Gelen Vita E.” (not identified).

[621] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 30, citing “das Prümsche Lehnregister”.

[622] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch III, 894, 897, pp. 668, 670.

[623] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 194, p. 102.

[624] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 238, p. 123.

[625] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 30.

[626] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 31.

[627] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 31.

[628] Goerz, A. (1881) Mittelrheinische Regesten, III Theil (Coblenz), 2282, p. 516.

[629] Mittelrheinische Regesten, III, 2283, p. 517.

[630] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 293, p. 436.

[631] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 722, p. 423.

[632] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 30, citing “L” [not found in Lacomblet’s Niederrheins Urkundenbuch].

[633] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 293, p. 436.

[634] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 980, p. 577.

[635] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 4, p. 3.

[636] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 1057, p. 621.

[637] Wampach (1949), Band VII, 1068, p. 115.

[638] Wampach (1949), Band VII, 1084, p. 136.

[639] Wampach (1949), Band VII, 1089, p. 147.

[640] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 30, citing “L. u. C. Ar, auch II. S. 51, 54, 57, 65, 66, 71, 77”.

[641] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), pp. 519, 521.

[642] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 30, citing “L” [not found in Lacomblet’s Niederrheins Urkundenbuch].

[643] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 293, p. 436.

[644] Schannat, J. F. & Bärsch, G. (1824) Eiflia Illustrata (Köln), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, p. 444.

[645] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 31.

[646] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), pp. 503, 509, 513, citing (p. 509) Töpfer, F. (1866) Urkundenbuch für die Geschichte des gräflichen und freiherrlichen Hauses der Vögte von Hunolstein, Band I (Nürnberg), p. 303, citing “Orig. im Präf. Arch. zu Metz”.

[647] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 1056, p. 620.

[648] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), pp. 521-2.

[649] Wampach (1949), Band VII, 1084, p. 136.

[650] <https://www.archivportal-d.de/item/CE3OA43MFIZMEHEBVH3UFOJYSP626F47> (22 Apr 2021). I am grateful to Bert M. Kamp for sending this link 21 Apr 2021.

[651] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 521, citing “Koblenzer Staatsarchiv, Abt. 29 E, Nr. 13”.

[652] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, p. 355, and Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 526, citing “Koblenzer Staatsarchiv, Abt. 29 G, Nr. 13”.

[653] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 526, citing “Koblenzer Staatsarchiv, Abt. 29 G, Nr. 13”.

[654] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 525.

[655] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 525.

[656] Wampach, C. (1949) Urkunden- und Quellenbuch zur Geschichte der altluxemburgichen Territorien bis zur burgundischen Zeit, Band VII (Luxembourg) (available at <https://luxemburgensia.bnl.lu/cgi/getPdf1_3.pl?mode=item&id=2881> 16 Apr 2021), 1055, p. 102, discussed at Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), pp. 521-2.

[657] Wampach (1949), Band VII, 1084, p. 136.

[658] Wampach (1949), Band VII, 1068, p. 115.

[659] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, p. 355, and Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 526, citing “Koblenzer Staatsarchiv, Abt. 29 G, Nr. 13”.

[660] Kisky, W. (1915, 1985) Die Regesten der Erzbischöfe von Köln im Mittelalter, Band IV (Düsseldorf) (available at <http://www.ub.unikoeln.

de/cdm/ref/collection/grhg/id/62798/rec/41> 16 Apr 2021), 1004.70, pp. 222, 224.

[661] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 31.

[662] <https://www.archivportal-d.de/item/CE3OA43MFIZMEHEBVH3UFOJYSP626F47> (22 Apr 2021).

[663] Registers van de Hollandse grafelijkheid 1299-1245, DE 80 1 Feb 1330, consulted at <http://resources.huygens.knaw.nl/registershollandsegrafelijkheid/oorkonde/DE_080> (22 Apr 2021). I am grateful to Bert M. Kamp for sending this link 21 Apr 2021.

[664] <https://www.archivportal-d.de/item/CE3OA43MFIZMEHEBVH3UFOJYSP626F47> (22 Apr 2021).

[665] <https://www.archivportal-d.de/item/CE3OA43MFIZMEHEBVH3UFOJYSP626F47> (22 Apr 2021).

[666] Bert M. Kamp, by email dated 21 Apr 2021.

[667] Mittelrheinische Regesten, III, 2283, p. 517.

[668] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 30, citing “L” [not found in Lacomblet’s Niederrheins Urkundenbuch].

[669] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 293, p. 436.

[670] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 508.

[671] Wampach (1949), Band VII, 1068, p. 115.

[672] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 509.

[673] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 509.

[674] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 509.

[675] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 521, citing “Koblenzer Staatsarchiv, Abt. 29 E, Nr. 13”.

[676] Wampach (1949), Band VII, 1070, p. 118.

[677] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, p. 355, and Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 526, citing “Koblenzer Staatsarchiv, Abt. 29 G, Nr. 13”.

[678] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), pp. 526-7, citing “Koblenzer taatsarchiv, Abt. 29 G, Nr. 10”.

[679] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), pp. 527-8.

[680] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), pp. 526-7, citing “Koblenzer taatsarchiv, Abt. 29 G, Nr. 10”.

[681] Leo, H. (1865) Vorlesungen über die Geschichte des deutschen Volkes und Reiches, Band 4 (Halle), Band 4, pp. 861-2, footnote.

[682] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, p. 352.

[683] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), pp. 527-8, citing “Koblenzer Staatsarchiv, Abt. 29 G, Nr. 15”.

[684] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, p. 355.

[685] Kisky (1915, 1985), Band IV, 1004.71, pp. 222, 224.

[686] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, pp. 351-2.

[687] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, p. 352.

[688] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, p. 357.

[689] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, p. 357.

[690] Leo (1865), Band 4, pp. 861-2, footnote.

[691] Bertholet, J. (1742) Histoire ecclésiastique et civile du duché de Luxembourg (Luxembourg), Tome VI, Preuves, p. xxxviii.

[692] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, p. 361.

[693] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, pp. 361-2.

[694] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, p. 362.

[695] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, pp. 357-61.

[696] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, p. 361.

[697] Clervaux (1883), 210, p. 46.

[698] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 380, p. 299.

[699] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, p. 365.

[700] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, p. 357.

[701] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, p. 357.

[702] Milmeister, J. (2003) Geschichte der Grafen von Vianden 1090-1795, pp. 99, 108.

[703] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 554, p. 465.

[704] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 13.

[705] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 531, citing “Koblenzer Staatsarchiv, Abt. 29 G, Nr. 32”.

[706] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 531.

[707] Piot, C. (1890) Inventaire des chartes des comtes de Namur (Brussels), 816, p. 239, and De Raadt, J. T. (1899) Sceaux armories des Pays-Bas et des pays avoisinants, Vol. II, p. 288.

[708] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, p. 357.

[709] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, p. 362.

[710] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, p. 368.

[711] Reinach (1877), 395, p. 63.

[712] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), pp. 540-1.

[713] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, p. 365.

[714] Reinach (1877), 215, p. 35.

[715] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 536.

[716] Reinach (1877), 244, p. 40.

[717] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, pp. 351-2.

[718] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, p. 352.

[719] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, p. 357.

[720] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, pp. 361-2.

[721] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 529.

[722] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 529, citing “Regesten der Erzbischöfe von Köln, 4, Nr. 2003”.

[723] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung II, p. 31.

[724] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), pp. 528-9.

[725] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 530.

[726] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 294, p. 239.

[727] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 294, p. 239.

[728] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 530.

[729] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung II, pp. 30-1.

[730] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, pp. 461-4.

[731] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung II, pp. 30-1.

[732] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung II, pp. 30-1, and Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, pp. 461, 465-8.

[733] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, pp. 351-2.

[734] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, pp. 351-2.

[735] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, pp. 362-3.

[736] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), pp. 530-1, citing “Koblenzer Staatsarchiv, Abt. 29 G, Nr. 34”.

[737] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, pp. 362-3.

[738] Bertholet (1742), Tome VI, p. 44.

[739] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 530, footnote 182.

[740] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), pp. 530-1, citing “Koblenzer Staatsarchiv, Abt. 29 G, Nr. 34”.

[741] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, p. 357.

[742] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, p. 357.

[743] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, p. 361.

[744] Clervaux (1883), 169, p. 38, and Vannérus ‘Esch-sur-la-Sûre’ (1908), p. 411.

[745] Clervaux (1883), 170, p. 38.

[746] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, pp. 361-2.

[747] Clervaux (1883), 210, p. 46.

[748] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, p. 365.

[749] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, p. 365.

[750] Publications de la Société pour la recherche et la conservation des monuments historiques dans le Grand-Duché de Luxembourg, Année 1847, Tome III (Luxembourg, 1848), Collections. III. Collection de chartes et archives, B. Archives a) Seigneuries, IV. Brandenbourg, 8. 1344, p. 28.

[751] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 30 (no source citation).

[752] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, pp. 367-8.

[753] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 1, p. 368.

[754] Milmeister (2003), p. 110, citing “Algemeen Rijksarchief. ND Nr. 438”.

[755] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 554, p. 465.

[756] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 541.

[757] Clervaux (1883), 169, p. 38, and Vannérus ‘Esch-sur-la-Sûre’ (1908), p. 411.

[758] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 537.

[759] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung II, p. 31.

[760] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung II, p. 30.

[761] Vannérus ‘Esch-sur-la-Sûre’ (1908), p. 412.

[762] Clervaux (1883), 382, p. 78.

[763] Vannérus ‘Esch-sur-la-Sûre’ (1909), p. 63.

[764] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), pp. 530-1, citing “Koblenzer Staatsarchiv, Abt. 29 G, Nr. 34”.

[765] Vannérus ‘Esch-sur-la-Sûre’ (1908), p. 412.

[766] Clervaux (1883), 470, p. 93.

[767] Vannérus ‘Esch-sur-la-Sûre’ (1908), p. 412.

[768] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), pp. 530-1, citing “Koblenzer Staatsarchiv, Abt. 29 G, Nr. 34”.

[769] Clervaux (1883), 381, p. 78.

[770] Clervaux (1883), 382, p. 78.

[771] Clervaux (1883), 600, p. 118.

[772] Clervaux (1883), 630, p. 123.

[773] Vannérus ‘Esch-sur-la-Sûre’ (1908), p. 412, and (1909), p. 63.

[774] Vannérus ‘Esch-sur-la-Sûre’ (1908), p. 441.

[775] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 553.

[776] Gläser, F. (Dec 1999) Schönau - Schönforst (Universität Trier, Dissertation) (available at <https://ubt.opus.hbz-nrw.de/opus45-ubtr/frontdoor/deliver/index/docId/167/file/01schoenau_schoenforst.pdf> 13 Apr 2021), p. 181, footnote 902, citing Janssen, W. (1977) Regesten der Erzbischöfe von Köln im Mittelalter, Band VII (Köln/Bonn), 114, p. 34, available at <http://www.ub.uni-koeln.de/utils/getprintimage/collection/grhg/id/60674/scale/0/width/2844/height/3748> (15 Apr 2021). I am grateful to Bert M. Kamp for highlighting this source by email 12 Apr 2021.

[777] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 543.

[778] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung II, p. 31.

[779] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), pp. 530-1, citing “Koblenzer Staatsarchiv, Abt. 29 G, Nr. 34”.

[780] Hemricourt (1673), p. 56.

[781] Chestret de Haneffe, J. de ‘Renard de Schönau sire de Schoonvorst, un financier gentilhomme du XIVe siècle’, Mémoires couronnés et autres mémoires publiés par l’Académie Royale des Sciences, des Lettres et des Beaux-Arts de Belgique, Tome XLVII (Bruxelles, 1892-93), p. 65.

[782] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung II, p. 31.

[783] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 549.

[784] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), pp. 373-4.

[785] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 554.

[786] Schannat & Bärsch (1824) Eiflia Illustrata, pp. 373-4.

[787] Vannérus ‘Esch-sur-la-Sûre’ (1909), p. 63.

[788] Vannérus ‘Esch-sur-la-Sûre’ (1908), pp. 441-2.

[789] Vannérus ‘Esch-sur-la-Sûre’ (1908), p. 412 and (1909), p. 63.

[790] Clervaux (1883), 382, p. 78.

[791] Clervaux (1883), 600, p. 118.

[792] Clervaux (1883), 630, p. 123.

[793] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 542.

[794] Kremer (1776), Band II, VIII, p. 203.

[795] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 229, p. 149.

[796] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 244, p. 157.

[797] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 249, p. 161.

[798] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 250, p. 161.

[799] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 251, p. 162.

[800] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 253, p. 163.

[801] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 251, p. 162.

[802] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 263, p. 170.

[803] Hess, J. (ed.) (1901) Die Urkunde des Pfarrarchivs von St Severin in Köln (Köln) ("Köln St Severin"), 5, p. 8.

[804] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 616, p. 768.

[805] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 298, p. 195.

[806] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 301, p. 197.

[807] Simon, J. (1865) Die Geschichte des reichständischen Hauses Ysenburg und Büdingen, Band III Das Ysenburg und Büdingensche Urkundenbuch (Frankfurt) ("Isenburg Urkundenbuch"), III, p. 4.

[808] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 304, p. 200.

[809] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 305, p. 200.

[810] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 310, p. 205.

[811] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 314, p. 207.

[812] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 319, p. 211.

[813] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 333, p. 222.

[814] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 354, p. 242.

[815] Sloet, L. A. J. W. (ed.) (1872) Ooorkondenboek der graafschappens Gelre en Zutfen, Eerste gedeelte (The Hague), 249, p. 243.

[816] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 310, p. 205.

[817] Annales Brunwilarenses 1089, MGH SS I, p. 100.

[818] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 250, p. 161.

[819] Annales Brunwilarenses 1098, MGH SS I, p. 100.

[820] Annales Necrologici Prumienses, MGH SS XIII, p. 223.

[821] Archiv Niederrheins, Band II, p. 19.

[822] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 555, p. 387.

[823] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 646, p. 791.

[824] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 32, p. 18.

[825] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 41, p. 22.

[826] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 46, p. 24.

[827] Chronica Albrici Monachi Trium Fontium 1238, MGH SS XXIII, p. 943.

[828] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 32, p. 18.

[829] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 41, p. 22.

[830] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 46, p. 24.

[831] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 32, p. 18.

[832] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 152, p. 81.

[833] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 658, p. 799.

[834] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 152, p. 81.

[835] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 658, p. 799.

[836] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 271, p. 141.

[837] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 658, p. 799.

[838] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 271, p. 141.

[839] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 270, p. 139.

[840] Annales Sancti Pantaleonis Coloniensis 1246, MGH SS XXII, p. 541.

[841] Chronica Albrici Monachi Trium Fontium 1240, MGH SS XXIII, p. 947.

[842] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 112, p. 208.

[843] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 658, p. 799.

[844] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 271, p. 141.

[845] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 32, p. 18.

[846] Chronica Albrici Monachi Trium Fontium 1238, MGH SS XXIII, p. 943.

[847] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 261, p. 135.

[848] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 323, p. 168.

[849] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 238, p. 123.

[850] Annales Sancti Pantaleonis Coloniensis 1246, MGH SS XXII, p. 541.

[851] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 297, p. 155.

[852] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 298, p. 156.

[853] Isenburg-Wied-Runkel (1775), Urkunden, LXXV, 91.

[854] Isenburg-Wied-Runkel (1775), Urkunden, XXXVII, 48.

[855] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 207, p. 331.

[856] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 194, p. 102.

[857] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch III, 1078, p. 800.

[858] Schmitz, F. (ed.) (1908) Urkundenbücher der geistlichen Stiftungen des Niederrheins, II Abtei Heisterbach (Bonn) ("Heisterbach") 90, p. 183.

[859] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 297, p. 155.

[860] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 731, p. 431.

[861] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 300, p. 156.

[862] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 346, p. 183.

[863] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 521, p. 294.

[864] Kremer (1781), Band III, CCXXXI, p. 242.

[865] Schannat, J. F. & Bärsch, G. (1825) Eiflia Illustrata (Köln), Band 1, Abtheilung 2, Kerpen, pp. 719-20.

[866] Bertholet (1742), Tome VII, pp. 364-5.

[867] Toepfer (1867) Hunolstein, Band II, pp. 468-9.

[868] Schannat & Bärsch (1825), Band 1, Abtheilung 2, Kerpen, p. 721.

[869] Schannat & Bärsch (1825), Band 1, Abtheilung 2, Kerpen, p. 720.

[870] Oidtman, E. von ‘Das Geschlecht Gymnich’, Zeitschrift des Aachener Geschichtsvereins, Band XXX (Aachen, 1908), p. 166.

[871] Toepfer (1867) Hunolstein, Band II, pp. 468-9.

[872] Toepfer (1867) Hunolstein, Band II, pp. 468-9.

[873] Toepfer (1867) Hunolstein, Band II, pp. 468-9.

[874] Toepfer (1867) Hunolstein, Band II, pp. 468-9.

[875] Clervaux (1883), 125, p. 29.

[876] Toepfer (1867) Hunolstein, Band II, pp. 468-9.

[877] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung II, p. 31.

[878] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), pp. 528-9.

[879] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 530.

[880] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 294, p. 239.

[881] Schannat & Bärsch (1825), Band 1, Abtheilung 2, Kerpen, p. 721.

[882] Butkens (1724), Vol. I, Preuves, p. 118.

[883] Butkens (1724), Vol. I, Preuves, p. 118.

[884] Butkens (1724), Vol. I, Preuves, p. 118.

[885] Butkens (1724), Vol. I, Preuves, p. 118.

[886] Quix, C. (1834) Geschichte der ehemaligen Reichs-Abtei Burtscheid (Aachen), Urkunden, 110, p. 319.

[887] Quix (1834) Burtscheid, Urkunden, 111, p. 321.

[888] Butkens (1724), Vol. I, p. 302.

[889] Quix (1834) Burtscheid, Urkunden, 112, p. 323.

[890] Stramberg (1864) Rheinischer Antiquarius, Band 10, III. Abtheilung, p. 236.

[891] Stramberg (1864) Rheinischer Antiquarius, Band 10, III. Abtheilung, p. 236.

[892] Quix (1834) Burtscheid, Urkunden, 112, p. 323.

[893] Clervaux (1883), 111, p. 27.

[894] Clervaux (1883), 111, p. 27.

[895] Clervaux (1883), 591, p. 115.

[896] Clervaux (1883), 629, p. 123.

[897] Clervaux (1883), 469, p. 92.

[898] Clervaux (1883), 494, p. 98.

[899] Clervaux (1883), 539, 543, pp. 106, 107.

[900] Clervaux (1883), 546, p. 107.

[901] Clervaux (1883), 591, p. 115.

[902] Clervaux (1883), 629, p. 123.

[903] Clervaux (1883), 688, p. 133.

[904] Clervaux (1883), 469, p. 92.

[905] Clervaux (1883), 494, p. 98.

[906] Clervaux (1883), 539, 543, pp. 106, 107.

[907] Clervaux (1883), 688, p. 133.

[908] Clervaux (1883), 688, p. 133.

[909] Clervaux (1883), 762, p. 149.

[910] Clervaux (1883), 966, p. 194.

[911] Clervaux (1883), 591, p. 115.

[912] Clervaux (1883), 867, p. 169.

[913] Clervaux (1883), 868, p. 169.

[914] Schannat & Bärsch (1825), Band 1, Abtheilung 2, XIII, Manderscheid, p. 487.

[915] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. I, 238, p.294.

[916] ES XI 3, 4.

[917] Schannat & Bärsch (1825), Band 1, Abtheilung 2, XIII, Manderscheid, pp. 496-516.

[918] Gauser, S. A. (1876) Manderscheid und Oberkail (Trier).

[919] Schannat & Bärsch (1825), Band 1, Abtheilung 2, XIII, Manderscheid, pp. 487-8.

[920] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. I, 527, p. 583.

[921] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. I, 659, p. 714.

[922] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. I, 603, p. 661.

[923] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. I, 659, p. 714.

[924] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. II, 11, p. 48.

[925] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. II, 11, p. 48.

[926] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. II, 220, p. 259.

[927] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 81, p. 80.

[928] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 102, p. 98.

[929] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 252, p. 208.

[930] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. II, 11, p. 48.

[931] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. II, 65, p. 105.

[932] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. II, 220, p. 259.

[933] Schannat & Bärsch (1825), Band 1, Abtheilung 2, XIII, Manderscheid, p. 498.

[934] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. II, 19, p. 56.

[935] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. II, 193, p. 231.

[936] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. II, 193, p. 231.

[937] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. II, 193, p. 231.

[938] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. II, 283, p. 318.

[939] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 451, p. 354.

[940] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 348, p. 423.

[941] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 581, p. 446.

[942] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 451, p. 354.

[943] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 348, p. 423.

[944] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 581, p. 446.

[945] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. II, 193, p. 231.

[946] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. II, 283, p. 318.

[947] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 58, p. 32.

[948] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 381, p. 304.

[949] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 348, p. 423.

[950] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 348, p. 423.

[951] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 943, p. 706.

[952] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 1368, p. 986.

[953] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 1411, p. 1023.

[954] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 601, p. 460.

[955] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 252, p. 208.

[956] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 1411, p. 1023.

[957] ES XI 3.

[958] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 1, p. 40.

[959] Goerz (1886) Mittelrheinische Regesten, IV Theil, 2870, p. 639.

[960] Goerz (1886) Mittelrheinische Regesten, IV Theil, 2870, p. 639.

[961] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 4, p. 41.

[962] Fahne (1858), Band II, 147, p. 95.

[963] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, p. 27.

[964] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, p. 27.

[965] Milmeister (2003), p. 110, citing “Algemeen Rijksarchief. ND Nr. 438”.

[966] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 13, p. 18.

[967] <https://www.gda.bayern.de/findmitteldb/Archivalie/1001707/?L=1&cHash=1fda9213e0bfac563be89d1886138eb4> (18 May 2021). Link sent by Bert M. Kamp 10 May 2021.

[968] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 15, p. 18.

[969] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 4, p. 41.

[970] ES XI 4.

[971] Fahne (1858), Band II, 147, p. 95.

[972] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 4, p. 41.

[973] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 4, p. 41.

[974] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 4, p. 41.

[975] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, p. 27.

[976] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 18, p. 19.

[977] ES XI 3.

[978] ES XI 3.

[979] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, p. 27.

[980] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, p. 27.

[981] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, p. 27.

[982] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, p. 27.

[983] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 1, p. 40.

[984] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 1, p. 40.

[985] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 1, p. 40.

[986] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 1, p. 40.

[987] ES XI 4.

[988] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 19, p. 19.

[989] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 6, p. 34.

[990] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 6, p. 34.

[991] ES XI 4-8.

[992] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 165, p. 103.

[993] Kremer (1776), Band II, VIII, p. 203.

[994] Kremer (1776), Band II, IX, p. 207.

[995] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 242, p. 155.

[996] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 249, p. 161.

[997] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 253, p. 163.

[998] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 260, p. 168.

[999] Köln St Severin, 5, p. 8.

[1000] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 284, p. 185.

[1001] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 333, p. 222.

[1002] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 343, p. 232.

[1003] Annales Egmundani 1132, MGH SS XVI, p. 453.

[1004] Bruch, H. (ed.) (1973) Chronologia Johannes de Beke (The Hague), 53b, p. 105, available at < http://www.inghist.nl/Onderzoek/Projecten /KroniekVanJohannesDeBekeTot1430/latijn> (31 Aug 2006).

[1005] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 414, p. 285.

[1006] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 423, p. 294.

[1007] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 443, p. 309.

[1008] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 458, p. 322.

[1009] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 459, p. 322.

[1010] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 462, p. 325.

[1011] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 462, p. 325.

[1012] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch II, 108, p. 150.

[1013] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch II, 228, p. 266.

[1014] Heisterbach 5, p. 101.

[1015] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 462, p. 325.

[1016] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch II, 228, p. 266.

[1017] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, p. 15 footnote 1.

[1018] Archiv Nordrhein Westfalen, at <https://www.archive.nrw.de/archivsuche> [search “Hückeswagen”] (11 Feb 2024).

[1019] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 57, p. 31.

[1020] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 291, p. 151.

[1021] Archiv Nordrhein Westfalen, at <https://www.archive.nrw.de/archivsuche> [search “Hückeswagen”] (11 Feb 2024).

[1022] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 24.

[1023] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 1051, p. 618.

[1024] Ernst (1839), Tome III, p. 67.

[1025] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, pp. 81-3.

[1026] Ernst (1847), Tome III, p. 52.

[1027] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, XL, p. 128.

[1028] Hugo (1736), Pars prima, Tome II (Nancy), Probationes, col. 525.

[1029] Ernst (1847), Tome III, p. 152.

[1030] Schannat & Bärsch (1825), Band I, Abtheilung 2, sect. 17, Cap. I, p. 620.

[1031] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1863), 321, p. 334.

[1032] Fahne (1858), Band II, 78, p. 48.

[1033] Ardennisches Geschlecht Codex, II, Diplomatum Limburgensem, VI, VII, pp. 28-9.

[1034] Ardennisches Geschlecht Codex, II, Diplomatum Limburgensem, VI, VII, pp. 28-9.

[1035] Fahne (1858), Band II, 10, p. 6.

[1036] Hugo (1736), Pars prima, Tome II (Nancy), Probationes, col. 525.

[1037] Fahne (1858), Band II, 10, p. 6.

[1038] Hugo (1736), Pars prima, Tome II (Nancy), Probationes, col. 525.

[1039] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 84.

[1040] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 84.

[1041] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 143, p. 76.

[1042] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 335, p. 269.

[1043] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 609, p. 466.

[1044] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 690, p. 524.

[1045] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1863), 228, p. 231.

[1046] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 1078, p. 800.

[1047] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 143, p. 76.

[1048] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 361, p. 191.

[1049] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 342, p. 179.

[1050] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 943, p. 706.

[1051] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 361, p. 191.

[1052] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1863), 321, p. 334.

[1053] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 1277, p. 928.

[1054] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 1473, p. 1065.

[1055] Fahne (1858), Band II, 67, p. 39.

[1056] Fahne (1858), Band II, 68, p. 40.

[1057] Fahne (1858), Band II, 70, p. 42.

[1058] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 1473, p. 1065.

[1059] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 1473, p. 1065.

[1060] Fahne (1858), Band II, 68, p. 40.

[1061] Kremer (1781), Band III, CXXXIII, p. 150.

[1062] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 1473, p. 1065.

[1063] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 1473, p. 1065.

[1064] Fahne (1858), Band II, 68, p. 40.

[1065] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 760, p. 449.

[1066] ES XXIX 138.

[1067] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 86.

[1068] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 813, p. 481.

[1069] Fahne (1858), Band II, 83, p. 51.

[1070] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 35, p. 26.

[1071] Quix (1834) Burtscheid, Urkunden, 98, 99, 100, pp. 299-302.

[1072] Willems, F. (1955) Stolberger Burgherren und ihre Nachkommen in Urkunden rheinischer Geschichte (1118-1496), Erster Teil: Die Edelherren von Stalberg-Frenz-Setterich-Reifferscheid und ihre Nachkommen (1118-1364), p. 60, information sent by Bert M. Kamp by email 19 Dec 2023.

[1073] Bosbach, F. X. ‘Das älteste Burtscheider Nekrologium’, Zeitschrift des Aachener Geschichtsvereins, Band 20 (Aachen, 1898), p. 115.

[1074] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 342, p. 179.

[1075] Joester, I. (1976) Urkundenbuch der Abtei Steinfeld, p. 83.

[1076] Fahne (1858), Band II, 78, p. 48.

[1077] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 1473, p. 1065.

[1078] Fahne (1858), Band II, 68, p. 40.

[1079] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 758, p. 448.

[1080] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 760, p. 449.

[1081] Fahne (1858), Band II, 78, p. 48.

[1082] Fahne (1858), Band II, 83, p. 51.

[1083] Butkens (1724), Vol. I, p. 318.

[1084] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 891, p. 530.

[1085] Fahne (1858), Band II, 97, p. 62.

[1086] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 12, footnote 4.

[1087] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 1051, p. 618.

[1088] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 4, p. 3.

[1089] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 19, p. 13.

[1090] Fahne (1858), Band II, 112, p. 74.

[1091] Fahne (1858), Band II, 130, p. 85.

[1092] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 891, p. 530.

[1093] Fahne (1858), Band II, 97, p. 62.

[1094] Fahne (1858), Band II, 112, p. 74.

[1095] Fahne (1858), Band II, 131, p. 86.

[1096] Fahne (1858), Band II, 135, p. 88.

[1097] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 27.

[1098] Bert M. Kamp by email 21 Sep 2022.

[1099] Fahne (1858), Band II, 97, p. 62.

[1100] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 64, p. 47.

[1101] Fahne (1858), Band II, 131, p. 86.

[1102] Fahne (1858), Band II, 134, p. 88.

[1103] Sauerland, Band III (1905), 696, p. 278.

[1104] Vannérus, J. ‘Les comtes de Salm-en-Ardenne 1029-1415’, Annales de l’Institut archéologique de Luxembourg, Tome LII (1921), p. 171.

[1105] ES VII 157.

[1106] Vignier, J. (1894) Décade historique du diocèse de Langres (Langres), Tome II, pp. 571, 575-80.

[1107] ES VI 16, ES VII 157, and ES XVIII 16.

[1108] Fahne (1858), Band II, 474, p. 341.

[1109] Bosbach ‘Das älteste Burtscheider Nekrologium’ (1898), p. 100.

[1110] Oidtman, E. von `Memorienbuch des Klosters Wenau’, Zeitschrift des Aachener Geschichtsvereins, Band 4 (Aachen, 1882), p. 263.

[1111] Fahne (1858), Band II, 131, p. 86.

[1112] Sauerland, Band III (1905), 696, p. 278.

[1113] ES VII 157.

[1114] ES VIII 103.

[1115] Fahne (1858), Band II, 131, p. 86.

[1116] Fahne (1858), Band II, 135, p. 88.

[1117] Fahne (1858), Band II, 140, p. 91.

[1118] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 247, p. 201.

[1119] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 358, p. 280.

[1120] Fahne (1858), Band II, p. 108, footnote 1.

[1121] Fahne (1858), Band II, 183, p. 120.

[1122] Fahne (1858), Band II, 186, p. 122.

[1123] ES XXIX 101.

[1124] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 740, p. 144.

[1125] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 358, p. 280.

[1126] Fahne (1858), Band II, p. 108, footnote 1.

[1127] Fahne (1858), Band II, 183, p. 120.

[1128] Fahne (1858), Band II, p. 108, footnote 1.

[1129] Fahne (1858), Band II, 198, p. 129.

[1130] Kochendörffer ‘Urkundenregesten Salm-Reifferscheidt-Krautheim und Dyck’ (1914), 6, p. 111.

[1131] Fahne (1858), Band II, 131, p. 86.

[1132] Fahne (1858), Band II, 131, p. 86.

[1133] Fahne (1858), Band II, 134, p. 88.

[1134] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 247, p. 201.

[1135] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 27.

[1136] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 358, p. 280.

[1137] Bertholet (1742), Tome VII, p. 34.

[1138] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 567, p. 474.

[1139] Fahne (1858), Band II, 205, p. 134.

[1140] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 94.

[1141] Oidtman ‘Stolberg-Frenz-Setterich’ (1893), p. 8, citing Pick, R. ‘Zur Geschichte der Burgen und Rittergüter in der Aachener Gegend’, Zeitschrift des Aachener Geschichtsvereins, Band XII (Aachen, 1890), p. 326.

[1142] Kochendörffer, H. ‘Urkundenregesten aus dem Archiv der Fürsten und Altgrafen von Salm-Reifferscheidt-Krautheim und Dyck auf Schloß Dyck (Rheinland)’, Archivalische Zeitschrift, Band 20 (München, 1914, Kraus reprint 1975), 11, p. 112.

[1143] Fahne (1866), Band I, p. 94.

[1144] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 247, p. 201.

[1145] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 27.

[1146] Kochendörffer ‘Urkundenregesten Salm-Reifferscheidt-Krautheim und Dyck’ (1914), 11, p. 112.

[1147] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 95.

[1148] Fahne (1866), Band I, p. 99, citing the next source.

[1149] Glafey, A. F. (1734) Anecdotorum S. R. J. historiam ac jus publicum illustrantium collectio (Dresden/Leipzig), Diplomatarium Caroli IV, CCCCLXXVI, p. 600.

[1150] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 84.

[1151] Fahne (1866), Band I, p. 99.

[1152] Bert M. Kamp by email 12 Sep 2022.

[1153] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 285, p. 235.

[1154] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 492, p. 395.

[1155] Korth, L. (1892) Das gräflich von Mirbach’sche Archiv zu Harff Urkunden und Akten (Köln), Band I, p. 81.

[1156] Kochendörffer ‘Urkundenregesten Salm-Reifferscheidt-Krautheim und Dyck’ (1914), 7, p. 111.

[1157] ES XXIX 101.

[1158] ES XXIX 101.

[1159] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 99.

[1160] Fahne (1866), Band I, p. 99, citing the next source.

[1161] Glafey (1734) Anecdotorum, Diplomatarium Caroli IV, CCCCLXXVI, p. 600.

[1162] Fahne (1866), Band I, p. 99.

[1163] Fahne (1858), Band II, 205, p. 134.

[1164] Kochendörffer ‘Urkundenregesten Salm-Reifferscheidt-Krautheim und Dyck’ (1914), 11, p. 112.

[1165] Aders (1977), 23, p. 13.

[1166] Fahne (1858), Band II, 224, p. 152.

[1167] Fahne (1858), Band II, 225, p. 153.

[1168] Fahne (1858), Band II, 231, p. 155.

[1169] Fahne (1858), Band II, 237, p. 159.

[1170] Fahne (1858), Band II, 251, p. 169.

[1171] Fahne (1858), Band II, 261, p. 175.

[1172] Chestret de Haneffe, J. de ‘La seigneurie de Grand-Brogel et les monnaies de Jean de Bunde’, Revue belge de numismatique, 31e année (Bruxelles, 1875), pp. 452-3, and Pièces justificatives, II, p. 462.

[1173] Henkens, P. (1979) Geschiedenis van Kessenich, p. 570, citing Bouveroux, P. ‘Kessenich, vrije rijksheerlijkheid’, Het oude Land van Loon, Vol. 14 (1959), p. 86 [not consulted].

[1174] Elsloo.info, Historie, Deel 3: De Heren van Elsloo, consulted at <https://www.elsloo.info/de-heren-van-elsloo/392-deel-3-de-heren-van-elsloo> (5 Sep 2018).

[1175] Franquinet (1874), Annexes, VI, p. 78.

[1176] Chestret de Haneffe ‘La seigneurie de Grand-Brogel’ (1875), pp. 452-3.

[1177] Fahne (1858), Band II, 205, p. 134.

[1178] Kochendörffer ‘Urkundenregesten Salm-Reifferscheidt-Krautheim und Dyck’ (1914), 11, p. 112.

[1179] Fahne (1858), Band II, 205, p. 134.

[1180] Fahne (1858), Band II, 220, p. 149.

[1181] Fahne (1858), Band II, 223, p. 152.

[1182] Fahne (1858), Band II, 225, p. 153.

[1183] Fahne (1858), Band II, 228, p. 154.

[1184] Fahne (1858), Band II, 231, p. 155.

[1185] Fahne (1858), Band II, 235, p. 159.

[1186] Fahne (1858), Band II, 205, p. 134.

[1187] Bert M. Kamp by email 10 Oct 2022, citing Gläser (Dec 1999) Schönau - Schönforst, p. 88.

[1188] Kochendörffer ‘Urkundenregesten Salm-Reifferscheidt-Krautheim und Dyck’ (1914), 11, p. 112.

[1189] Bert M. Kamp by emails 12 Sep 2022, 9/10 Oct 2022.

[1190] Kochendörffer ‘Urkundenregesten Salm-Reifferscheidt-Krautheim und Dyck’ (1914), 12, p. 112.

[1191] Fahne (1858), Band II, 211, p. 137.

[1192] Fahne (1858), Band II, 213, p. 140.

[1193] Aders (1977), 23, p. 13.

[1194] Fahne (1858), Band II, 214, p. 141.

[1195] Fahne (1858), Band II, 215, p. 142.

[1196] Fahne (1858), Band II, 216, p. 144.

[1197] Fahne (1858), Band II, 225, p. 153.

[1198] Fahne (1858), Band II, 231, p. 155.

[1199] Fahne (1858), Band II, 237, p. 159.

[1200] Fahne (1858), Band II, 241, p. 162.

[1201] Fahne (1858), Band II, 246, p. 166.

[1202] Fahne (1866), Band I, p. 98.

[1203] Möller, W. (1933) Stammtafeln westdeutscher Adelsgeschlechter im Mittelalter (Darmstadt), Band II, Tafel LVI, Reifferscheid, notes. I am grateful to Bert M. Kamp for sending a copy of this page (10 Oct 2022).

[1204] Fahne (1866), Band I, p. 98.

[1205] ES VII 113 (Boland) and ES XXVI 121.

[1206] Fahne (1858), Band II, 215, p. 142.

[1207] Fahne (1858), Band II, 216, p. 144.

[1208] Fahne (1858), Band II, 218, p. 147.

[1209] Fahne (1858), Band II, 220, p. 149.

[1210] Fahne (1858), Band II, 225, p. 153.

[1211] Fahne (1858), Band II, 246, p. 166.

[1212] Clervaux (1883), 567, p. 111.

[1213] Fahne (1858), Band II, 261, p. 175.

[1214] Clervaux (1883), 620, p. 121.

[1215] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 901b, p. 203.

[1216] Clervaux (1883), 698, p. 134.

[1217] Fahne (1866), Band I, p. 98.

[1218] Fahne (1866), Band I, p. 101.

[1219] Fahne (1858), Band II, 205, p. 209.

[1220] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 901b, p. 203.

[1221] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 917, 918, pp. 208-9.

[1222] Kochendörffer ‘Urkundenregesten Salm-Reifferscheidt-Krautheim und Dyck’ (1914), 11, p. 112.

[1223] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 99.

[1224] Fahne (1858), Band II, 231, p. 155.

[1225] Fahne (1858), Band II, 235, p. 159.

[1226] Fahne (1858), Band II, 237, p. 159.

[1227] Fahne (1858), Band II, 240, p. 161.

[1228] Fahne (1858), Band II, 240, p. 161, footnote 1).

[1229] Fahne (1858), Band II, 241, p. 162.

[1230] Fahne (1858), Band II, 251, p. 169.

[1231] Fahne (1858), Band II, 277, p. 186.

[1232] Kochendörffer ‘Urkundenregesten Salm-Reifferscheidt-Krautheim und Dyck’ (1914), 23, p. 115.

[1233] Fahne (1858), Band II, 261, p. 175.

[1234] Kochendörffer ‘Urkundenregesten Salm-Reifferscheidt-Krautheim und Dyck’ (1914), 26, p. 116.

[1235] Fahne (1858), Band II, 308, p. 212.

[1236] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 104 (no citation reference).

[1237] ES VII 113 (Boland) and ES XXVI 121.

[1238] Fahne (1858), Band II, 240, p. 161.

[1239] Fahne (1858), Band II, 240, p. 161, footnote 1).

[1240] Fahne (1858), Band II, 261, p. 175.

[1241] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 104.

[1242] Fahne (1858), Band II, 261, p. 175.

[1243] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 104.

[1244] Fahne (1858), Band II, 309, p. 212.

[1245] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 104.

[1246] Fahne (1858), Band II, 279, p. 187.

[1247] Fahne (1858), Band II, 288, p. 195.

[1248] Fahne (1858), Band II, 297, p. 205.

[1249] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 104.

[1250] Fahne (1858), Band II, 309, p. 212.

[1251] Fahne (1858), Band II, 337, p. 240.

[1252] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 109.

[1253] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 110.

[1254] ES VII 157, Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, pp. 105-22.

[1255] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 104.

[1256] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 105.

[1257] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, pp. 104-5.

[1258] Fahne (1858), Band II, 325, p. 229.

[1259] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 105.

[1260] Fahne (1858), Band II, 304, p. 209.

[1261] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 105, and Fahne (1858), Band II, 330, 331, p. 235.

[1262] Fahne (1858), Band II, 338, p. 241.

[1263] ES XXIX 138.

[1264] Bert M. Kamp by email 12 Sep 2022.

[1265] Aders (1977), 23, p. 13.

[1266] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 2, p. 624.

[1267] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 99, citing “Archiv. Brüssel. Original im Archiv zu Paris”, and p. 104.

[1268] Wurth-Paquet ‘Table chronologique...Luxembourg’, Publications...Luxembourg, Vol. XXIV (1869), 780, 781, p. 162.

[1269] Bert M. Kamp by email 9 Oct 2022.

[1270] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 2, p. 624.

[1271] Clees, J. ‘La Famille seigneuriale Wiltz’, Publications de la Section historique de l’Institut Grand Ducal de Luxembourg, Ser. 25, Vol. 65 (1933), III, Généalogie des seigneurs de Wiltz, Tableau, pp. 59-60, note 7.

[1272] Schannat & Bärsch (1824), Band 1, Abtheilung 2, p. 624.

[1273] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 104.

[1274] Fahne (1858), Band II, 244, p. 165.

[1275] Fahne (1866), Band I, p. 99, citing “A. F. Glafey Anecdotorum collectio Nr. 476 S. 600”.

[1276] Fahne (1866), Band I, p. 99, citing “A. F. Glafey Anecdotorum collectio Nr. 476 S. 600”.

[1277] Kremer (1776), Band II, VIII, p. 203.

[1278] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 318, p. 211.

[1279] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, XLV, p. 132.

[1280] Kremer (1776), Band II, IX, p. 207.

[1281] Kremer (1776), Band II, VIII, p. 203.

[1282] Kremer (1776), Band II, IX, p. 207.

[1283] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 241, p. 155.

[1284] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 242, p. 155.

[1285] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 244, p. 157.

[1286] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 249, p. 161.

[1287] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 613, p. 766.

[1288] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 268, p. 173.

[1289] Ernst, S. P. (1852) Histoire de Limbourg, Tome VII (Liège), Annales Rodenses, p. 13.

[1290] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, XXXIII, p. 119.

[1291] Köln St Severin, 5, p. 8.

[1292] Annales Rodenses, p. 17.

[1293] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, XXXIII, p. 119.

[1294] Annales Rodenses, p. 17.

[1295] Annales Rodenses, p. 13.

[1296] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 274, p. 177.

[1297] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 616, p. 768.

[1298] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 282, p. 183.

[1299] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 286, p. 187.

[1300] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 301, p. 197.

[1301] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 307, p. 203.

[1302] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 310, p. 205.

[1303] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 318, p. 211.

[1304] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 329, p. 219.

[1305] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, XLV, p. 132.

[1306] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, LII, p. 140.

[1307] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil I, 152, p. 331.

[1308] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 393, p. 272.

[1309] Annales Rodenses 1122, MGH SS XVI, p. 703.

[1310] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 318, p. 211.

[1311] Ernst (1839), Tome III, p. 143 footnote 2, quoting Miræus Opera diplomatica Tome IV, p. 370.

[1312] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil I, 152, p. 331.

[1313] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 393, p. 272.

[1314] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 415, p. 286.

[1315] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 443, p. 309.

[1316] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 531, p. 370.

[1317] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 459, p. 322.

[1318] Heisterbach 15, p. 113.

[1319] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 459, p. 322.

[1320] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 455, p. 319.

[1321] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 415, p. 286.

[1322] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 458, p. 322.

[1323] Annales Rodenses, p. 35.

[1324] Ernst (1839), Tome III, p. 143.

[1325] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, LX, p. 147.

[1326] Annales Rodenses, pp. 63-4.

[1327] Kremer (1776), Band II, XXXVII, p. 251.

[1328] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 270, p. 139.

[1329] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 1158, p. 863.

[1330] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 1158, p. 863.

[1331] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 397, p. 212.

[1332] Gudenus (1747), Tome II, XLVI, p. 980.

[1333] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 127, p. 93.

[1334] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 609, p. 111.

[1335] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 614, p. 112.

[1336] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 621, p. 114.

[1337] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 614, p. 112.

[1338] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 621, p. 114.

[1339] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 639, p. 118.

[1340] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 645, p. 120.

[1341] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 639, p. 118.

[1342] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 645, p. 120.

[1343] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 646, p. 120.

[1344] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 340, 378, 489, 490, pp. 268, 298 footnote 1, 391, 394.

[1345] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 656, p. 122.

[1346] Henkens (1979), pp. 569-70, citing Bouveroux, Kessenich (1959), pp. 83, 86 [not consulted].

[1347] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 684, p. 127.

[1348] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 496, p. 399.

[1349] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 508, p. 412.

[1350] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 524, p. 428.

[1351] Henkens (1979), p. 570, citing “A. R. Leenzaal van Brabant, nr. 520”.

[1352] Roermond charters register, 315, citing “Stadsarchief Praag, Fam. arch. Metternich Urk 122”, gemeente Roermond archief, consulted at <https://www.archiefroermond.nl/nl/onderzoek/regesten-2/regesten-1-2087.pdf> (19 Aug 2021).

[1353] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 600, p. 505.

[1354] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 614, p. 516.

[1355] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 661, p. 562.

[1356] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 730, p. 625.

[1357] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 748, p. 642.

[1358] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 800, p. 706.

[1359] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 865, p. 756.

[1360] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 866, p. 761.

[1361] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 824, p. 173.

[1362] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 526, citing “Möller Stammtafeln 2, S. 202 ff. und Neue Folge 2. Teil, S. 74 f”.

[1363] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 656, p. 122.

[1364] Henkens (1979), pp. 569-70, citing Bouveroux, Kessenich (1959), pp. 83, 86 [not consulted].

[1365] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 824, p. 173.

[1366] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 661, p. 562.

[1367] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 827, p. 175.

[1368] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 838, p. 179.

[1369] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 857, p. 183.

[1370] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 718, p. 134.

[1371] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 639, p. 118.

[1372] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 645, p. 120.

[1373] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 451, pp. 363 footnote 1, , .

[1374] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 508, p. 412.

[1375] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 791, p. 694.

[1376] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 800, p. 706.

[1377] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 682, p. 126.

[1378] Sauerland, Band III (1905), 829, p. 326.

[1379] Iwanski, W. (1912) Geschichte der Grafen von Virneburg (Coblenz), Beilage I, XXVI, p. 73.

[1380] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 639, p. 118.

[1381] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 645, p. 120.

[1382] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 639, p. 118.

[1383] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 645, p. 120.

[1384] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 378, p. 298.

[1385] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 661, p. 562.

[1386] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 865, p. 756.

[1387] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 866, p. 761.

[1388] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 824, p. 173.

[1389] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 827, p. 175.

[1390] Gudenus (1747), Tome II, CCXLVIII, p. 1193.

[1391] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 851, p. 182.

[1392] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 708, p. 131.

[1393] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 729, p. 135.

[1394] Gudenus (1747), Tome II, CCXLVIII, p. 1193.

[1395] Stramberg, C. von (1864) Denkwürdiger und nützlicher Rheinischer Antiquarius, Band 10, Abtheilung 10 (Coblenz), pp. 148-54.

[1396] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 857, p. 183.

[1397] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 860, p. 185.

[1398] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 880, 883, 884, 885, 887, 894, 899, 900, 900a, 902b, 905, 906, 909a, 915, pp. 193, 194, 196, 197, 200, 202, 205, 206, 208.

[1399] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 896, p. 200.

[1400] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 917, 918, pp. 208-9.

[1401] Fahne (1866), Band I, p. 98.

[1402] Fahne (1866), Band I, p. 101.

[1403] Fahne (1858), Band II, 205, p. 209.

[1404] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 901b, p. 203.

[1405] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 917, 918, pp. 208-9.

[1406] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 901, p. 202.

[1407] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 925a, p. 212.

[1408] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 860, p. 185.

[1409] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 896, p. 200.

[1410] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 867, p. 189.

[1411] Stramberg (1864), pp. 153-4, and Frick (1933) Neuenahr, p. 213 et seq. .

[1412] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 857, p. 183.

[1413] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 860, p. 185.

[1414] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 864a, p. 186.

[1415] Stramberg (1864), p. 148.

[1416] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 901a, p. 203.

[1417] Stramberg (1864), p. 148.

[1418] ES XI 10.

[1419] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung II, pp. 87-8.

[1420] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil I, 217, p. 452.

[1421] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 554, p. 385.

[1422] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 557, p. 388.

[1423] Hugo (1736), Pars prima, Tome II, Probationes, col. 525.

[1424] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 88, p. 49.

[1425] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 292, p. 151.

[1426] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 310, p. 161.

[1427] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 375, p. 198.

[1428] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 1158, p. 863.

[1429] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 404, p. 217.

[1430] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 1473, p. 1065.

[1431] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 465, p. 258.

[1432] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 671, p. 806.

[1433] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 2, p. 16.

[1434] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 2, p. 16.

[1435] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 2, p. 16.

[1436] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 2, p. 16.

[1437] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung II, p. 88.

[1438] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung II, p. 88.

[1439] Reinach (1877), 167, p. 28.

[1440] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 244, p. 199.

[1441] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 285, p. 235.

[1442] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung II, p. 33.

[1443] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 273, p. 220.

[1444] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 10, p. 17.

[1445] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 492, p. 395.

[1446] Kochendörffer ‘Urkundenregesten Salm-Reifferscheidt-Krautheim und Dyck’ (1914), 7, p. 111.

[1447] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 273, p. 220.

[1448] Archive in Nordrhein-Westfalen, Historisches Archiv der Stadt Köln, Akt U 2/66, available at < https://www.archive.nrw.de/LAV_NRW/jsp/findbuch.jsp?archivNr=2&klassId=2&tektId=0&id=01567> (21 Aug 2020).

[1449] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung II, p. 33.

[1450] Korth (1892), Band I, p. 81.

[1451] Kochendörffer ‘Urkundenregesten Salm-Reifferscheidt-Krautheim und Dyck’ (1914), 7, p. 111.

[1452] Kochendörffer ‘Urkundenregesten Salm-Reifferscheidt-Krautheim und Dyck’ (1914), 9, p. 112.

[1453] Reinach (1877), 167, p. 28.

[1454] Archive in Nordrhein-Westfalen, Historisches Archiv der Stadt Köln, Akt U 2/66.

[1455] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung II, p. 33.

[1456] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung II, p. 88.

[1457] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung II, p. 88.

[1458] ES XI 10.

[1459] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung II, p. 35.

[1460] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung II, p. 128, Druckfehler und Ergänzungen “S. 35 Z 37 v. u.”.

[1461] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung II, p. 88.

[1462] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 543.

[1463] Vannérus ‘Esch-sur-la-Sûre’ (1908), p. 412.

[1464] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), pp. 530-1, citing “Koblenzer Staatsarchiv, Abt. 29 G, Nr. 34”.

[1465] Gläser (Dec 1999) Schönau - Schönforst, p. 181, footnote 902, citing Janssen, W. (1977) Regesten der Erzbischöfe von Köln im Mittelalter, Band VII (Köln/Bonn), 114, p. 34, available at <http://www.ub.uni-koeln.de/utils/getprintimage/collection/grhg/id/60674/scale/0/width/2844/height/3748> (15 Apr 2021). I am grateful to Bert M. Kamp for highlighting this source by email 12 Apr 2021.

[1466] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 543.

[1467] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung II, p. 31.

[1468] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), pp. 530-1, citing “Koblenzer Staatsarchiv, Abt. 29 G, Nr. 34”.

[1469] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 10, p. 17.

[1470] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 492, p. 395.

[1471] Kochendörffer ‘Urkundenregesten Salm-Reifferscheidt-Krautheim und Dyck’ (1914), 7, p. 111.

[1472] Kochendörffer ‘Urkundenregesten Salm-Reifferscheidt-Krautheim und Dyck’ (1914), 9, p. 112.

[1473] ES XI 10.

[1474] ES XI 9, 10.

[1475] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 84.

[1476] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 224, p. 116.

[1477] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 270, p. 139.

[1478] Fahne (1858), Band II, Nachtrag, 463, p. 337.

[1479] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 316, p. 164.

[1480] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 342, p. 179.

[1481] Joester (1976), p. 83.

[1482] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 1473, p. 1065.

[1483] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 671, p. 806.

[1484] Hontheim, J. N. von (1750) Historia Trevirensis Diplomatica et Pragmatica, Tome I ("Trier Diplomatica (Hontheim)"), DXLIV, p. 800.

[1485] Fahne (1858), Band II, Nachtrag, 463, p. 337.

[1486] Fahne (1858), Band II, Nachtrag, 467, p. 339.

[1487] Fahne (1866), Band I, p. 34.

[1488] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 671, p. 806.

[1489] Fahne (1858), Band II, Nachtrag, 467, p. 339.

[1490] Fahne (1858), Band II, Nachtrag, 469, p. 340.

[1491] Fahne (1858), Band II, Nachtrag, 470, p. 340.

[1492] Fahne (1858), Band II, Nachtrag, 470, p. 340.

[1493] Fahne (1858), Band II, Nachtrag, 472, p. 341.

[1494] Fahne (1858), Band II, Nachtrag, 472, p. 341.

[1495] Hemricourt (1673), p. 56.

[1496] Fahne (1858), Band II, Nachtrag, 476, p. 343.

[1497] Reinach (1877), 133, p. 23.

[1498] Hemricourt (1673), p. 56.

[1499] Franquinet, G. D. (1874) Les Schoonvorst d’après des documents inédits (Ruremonde), Annexes, VI, p. 78.

[1500] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch", Band III, 292, p. 239.

[1501] Fahne (1858), Band II, Nachtrag, 467, p. 339.

[1502] Fahne (1858), Band II, Nachtrag, 467, p. 339.

[1503] Fahne (1858), Band II, Nachtrag, 468, p. 339.

[1504] Fahne (1858), Band II, Nachtrag, 468, p. 339.

[1505] Trier Diplomatica (Hontheim), Tome I, DXLIV, p. 800.

[1506] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 315, p. 164.

[1507] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 572, p. 332.

[1508] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 1433, p. 653.

[1509] Fahne (1858), Band II, Nachtrag, 466 (numbered 467), p. 338.

[1510] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 572, p. 332.

[1511] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 572, p. 332.

[1512] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 1433, p. 653.

[1513] Gudenus (1751), Tome III, CXVI, p. 144.

[1514] Gudenus (1751), Tome III, CXVI, p. 144.

[1515] Annales Brunwilarenes 1137, MGH SS II, p. 216.

[1516] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 335, p. 225.

[1517] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 359, p. 246.

[1518] Günther, W. (ed.) (1822) Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus (Coblenz), Vol. I, 148, p. 318.

[1519] Archiv Niederrheins, Band III, Das Memorienbuch des Cölnischen Collegiatstifts zum h. Severin ("Köln St Severin"), p. 156.

[1520] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 335, p. 225.

[1521] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1860), 51, p. 514.

[1522] Illgen, K. R. (no date) Geschichte Hückeswagens bis zur Übernahme durch Preußen, p. 3, available at <http://www.bgv-hueckeswagen.de/veroeffentlichungen/aufsaetzeillgen/Geschichte%20Hueckeswagens%20bis%20zur%20Uebernahme%20durch%20die%20Preussen.pdf> (18 Jul 2023). Copy sent by Bert M. Kamp by email 12 Jul 2023.

[1523] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 190, p. 122.

[1524] <https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Suanhild_(Essen)> (11 Feb 2024).

[1525] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 235, p. 152.

[1526] Illgen (no date) Geschichte Hückeswagens, p. 1.

[1527] <https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Suanhild_(Essen)> (11 Feb 2024).

[1528] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 328, p. 218.

[1529] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 520, p. 364.

[1530] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 14, p. 9.

[1531] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 14, p. 9.

[1532] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 60, p. 27.

[1533] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 25, p. 15.

[1534] Archiv Nordrhein Westfalen, at <https://www.archive.nrw.de/archivsuche> [search “Hückeswagen”] (11 Feb 2024).

[1535] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 128, p. 68.

[1536] Illgen (no date) Geschichte Hückeswagens, pp. 2-3.

[1537] Wolny, G. (1835) Die Markgrafschaft Mähren, topographisch, statistisch und historisch geschildert, Band I (Brünn/Brno), p. 140.

[1538] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 660, p. 800.

[1539] Illgen (no date) Geschichte Hückeswagens, p. 3.

[1540] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 25, p. 15.

[1541] Archiv Nordrhein Westfalen, at <https://www.archive.nrw.de/archivsuche> [search “Hückeswagen”] (11 Feb 2024).

[1542] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 660, p. 800.

[1543] ES XI 16.

[1544] Kremer (1781), Band III, XCII, p. 113.

[1545] Kremer (1781), Band III, XCIII, p. 114.

[1546] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 660, p. 800.

[1547] Kremer (1781), Band III, XCII, p. 113.

[1548] Kremer (1781), Band III, XCIII, p. 114.

[1549] Wolny, Band I (1835), p. 176, citing “Testam. Brunonis anno 1267”.

[1550] Illgen (no date) Geschichte Hückeswagens, p. 3.

[1551] Boczek, A, (1850) Codex diplomaticus et epistolaris Moraviæ, Tome V (Brno), CXXXVII, p. 143.

[1552] Boczek, A, (1845) Codex diplomaticus et epistolaris Moraviæ, Tome IV (Olomuch), CCCIX, p. 392.

[1553] Boczek (1850) Codex diplomaticus et epistolaris Moraviæ, Tome V, CXXXVII, p. 143.

[1554] Illgen (no date) Geschichte Hückeswagens, p. 3.

[1555] Illgen (no date) Geschichte Hückeswagens, p. 3.

[1556] Illgen (no date) Geschichte Hückeswagens, p. 3.

[1557] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 475, p. 266.

[1558] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 475, p. 266.

[1559] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 475, p. 266.

[1560] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 705, p. 412.

[1561] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 475, p. 266.

[1562] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 475, p. 266.

[1563] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 475, p. 266.

[1564] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 475, p. 266.

[1565] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 660, p. 800.

[1566] MGH LL Capitularia regum Francorum II, p. 194.

[1567] Vanderkindere (1902), Vol. II, p. 243.

[1568] D O I 42, p. 128.

[1569] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 604, p. 761.

[1570] Kremer (1781), Band III, IV, p. 6.

[1571] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 604, p. 761.

[1572] Kremer (1781), Band III, V, p. 8.

[1573] Kremer (1781), Band III, VI, p. 9.

[1574] Kremer (1781), Band III, XI, p. 16.

[1575] Kremer (1781), Band III, IX, p. 12.

[1576] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 153, p. 94.

[1577] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 158, p. 97.

[1578] D K II 141, p. 191.

[1579] D K II 141, p. 191.

[1580] D H IV 127, p. 165.

[1581] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1860), 25, p. 482.

[1582] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1860), 29, p. 486.

[1583] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 242, p. 155.

[1584] Kremer (1776), Band II, IX, p. 207.

[1585] Kremer (1776), Band II, IX, p. 207.

[1586] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1860), 40, p. 502.

[1587] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 249, p. 161.

[1588] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 263, p. 170.

[1589] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 263, p. 170.

[1590] Köln St Severin, 5, p. 8.

[1591] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 616, p. 768.

[1592] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 277, p. 179.

[1593] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 282, p. 183.

[1594] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 286, p. 187.

[1595] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 286, p. 187.

[1596] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 298, p. 195.

[1597] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 301, p. 197.

[1598] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 302, p. 198.

[1599] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 286, p. 187.

[1600] Anselmi Gemblacensis continuatio Sigeberti Chronica 1128, MGH SS VI, p. 381.

[1601] Anselmi Gemblacensis continuatio Sigeberti Chronica 1129, MGH SS VI, p. 381.

[1602] Continuatio Gemblacensis Sigeberti Chronica 1136, MGH SS VI, p. 385.

[1603] Aegidii Aurævallensis Gesta Episcoporum Leodiensium, Liber III, 24, MGH SS XXV, p. 99.

[1604] Brogne Necrology, p. 306.

[1605] Dillo, M. & Van Synghel, G. A. M. (eds.) (2000) Oorkondonboek van Noord-Brabant tot 1312 (The Hague) (“Oorkondenboek Noord-Brabant”), II De heerlijkheden Breda en Bergen op Zoom, Eerste stuk, 894, p. 31.

[1606] Oorkondenboek Noord-Brabant, II, Eerste stuk, 900, p. 52.

[1607] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 263, p. 170.

[1608] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 286, p. 187.

[1609] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 301, p. 197.

[1610] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 302, p. 198.

[1611] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 304, p. 200.

[1612] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 310, p. 205.

[1613] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 314, p. 207.

[1614] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 343, p. 232.

[1615] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 349, p. 237.

[1616] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 376, p. 259.

[1617] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch I, 530, p. 587.

[1618] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1860), 59, p. 527.

[1619] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 414, p. 285.

[1620] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1860), 82, p. 566.

[1621] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 455, p. 319.

[1622] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1860), 82, p. 566.

[1623] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 455, p. 319.

[1624] Kremer (1781), Band III, XLIII, p. 67.

[1625] Heisterbach 5, p. 101.

[1626] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 462, p. 325.

[1627] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, p. 15 footnote 1.

[1628] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 57, p. 31.

[1629] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 291, p. 151.

[1630] Annalen des historischen Vereins für den Niederrhein (“Annalen Niederrhein”), Vol. XXIV (Köln, 1872), Historisch-kritische Untersuchungen über die Grafen und Dynastengeschelchter am Niederrhein im elften und zwölften Jahrhundert, p. 201.

[1631] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 496, p. 349.

[1632] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 560, p. 390.

[1633] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 564, p. 393.

[1634] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 526, p. 367.

[1635] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 27, p. 16.

[1636] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 414, p. 285.

[1637] Kremer (1776), Band II, VIII, p. 203.

[1638] Kremer (1776), Band II, VIII, p. 203.

[1639] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1860), 34, p. 493.

[1640] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 249, p. 161.

[1641] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 260, p. 168.

[1642] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 260, p. 168.

[1643] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 260, p. 168.

[1644] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 260, p. 168.

[1645] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 260, p. 168.

[1646] Acta Academiæ Theodoro-Palatinæ (1773), Vol. III, Documenta, XXIV, p. 116.

[1647] MGH Diplomata, DD F I, Pars I, 203. p. 339.

[1648] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 298, p. 195.

[1649] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 299, p. 195.

[1650] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 324, p. 215.

[1651] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 329, p. 219.

[1652] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 349, p. 237.

[1653] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 359, p. 246.

[1654] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1860), 59, p. 527.

[1655] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 414, p. 285.

[1656] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 359, p. 246.

[1657] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1860), 59, p. 527.

[1658] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 359, p. 246.

[1659] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 410, p. 282.

[1660] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 501, p. 352.

[1661] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 526, p. 367.

[1662] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 501, p. 352.

[1663] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 526, p. 367.

[1664] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 526, p. 367.

[1665] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 24, p. 14.

[1666] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 75, p. 41.

[1667] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 526, p. 367.

[1668] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 27, p. 16.

[1669] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 526, p. 367.

[1670] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 24, p. 14.

[1671] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 27, p. 16.

[1672] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 75, p. 41.

[1673] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 76, p. 41.

[1674] Ernst, S. P. (1839) Histoire de Limbourg, Tome IV (Liège), p. 112, quoting Alfter, M. Genealogica et heraldica, Vol. I.K., pp. 18 and 413.

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[1676] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 132, p. 70.

[1677] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 172, p. 89.

[1678] Kremer (1781), Band III, LIX, p. 79.

[1679] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 138, p. 246.

[1680] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1863), 450, p. 468.

[1681] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 342, p. 179.

[1682] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 138, p. 246.

[1683] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 731, p. 431.

[1684] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 913, p. 543.

[1685] Kremer (1781), Band III, CCXL, p. 249.

[1686] Bosbach ‘Das älteste Burtscheider Nekrologium’ (1898), p. 95.

[1687] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 913, p. 543.

[1688] Kremer (1781), Band III, CCXL, p. 249.

[1689] Kremer (1781), Band III, LIX, p. 79.

[1690] Ernst (1839), Tome IV, p. 112, quoting Alfter, M. Genealogica et heraldica, Vol. I.K., pp. 18 and 413.

[1691] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 75, p. 41.

[1692] Ernst (1839), Tome IV, p. 112, quoting Alfter, M. Genealogica et heraldica, Vol. I.K., pp. 18 and 413.

[1693] Ernst (1839), Tome IV, p. 112, quoting Alfter, M. Genealogica et heraldica, Vol. I.K., pp. 18 and 413.

[1694] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 75, p. 41.

[1695] Ernst (1839), Tome IV, p. 112, quoting Alfter, M. Genealogica et heraldica, Vol. I.K., pp. 18 and 413.

[1696] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 162, p. 84.

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[1698] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 194, p. 102.

[1699] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. III, 690, p. 524.

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[1705] Ernst (1839), Tome IV, p. 112, quoting Alfter, M. Genealogica et heraldica, Vol. I.K., pp. 18 and 413.

[1706] Fremery, J. de (1890) Cartularium der abdij Marienweerd (The Hague) (“Marienweerd”), 37, p. 27.

[1707] Westfälisches Urkundenburch Band IV, Erste Abteilung (1874), 100, p. 70.

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[1709] Raymaekers, F. J. ‘Chronicon Diestense’, Compte rendu des séances de la Commission Royale d’Histoire ou Recueil de ses Bulletins, Series 3, Tome 2 (Brussels, 1861), p. 398.

[1710] Raymaekers ‘Chronicon Diestense’ (1861), VII, p. 453.

[1711] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 75, p. 41.

[1712] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 361, p. 191.

[1713] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 132, p. 70.

[1714] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 172, p. 89.

[1715] Kremer (1781), Band III, LIX, p. 79.

[1716] Doorninck, P. N. van & Veen, J. S. va, (eds.) (1908) Acten betreffende Gelre en Zutphen 1107-1415 (Haarlem), p. 398.

[1717] Kremer (1781), Band III, CXV, p. 135.

[1718] Kremer (1781), Band III, CXXXIII, p. 150.

[1719] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 43.

[1720] Koch, H. H. (1882) Geschichte der Stadt Eschweiler und der benachbarten Ortschaften (Eschweiler), fünfter Abschnitt, Die Umgebung von Eschweiler, p. 112, footnote 3, quoting “Eschweiler Beiträge, 296”.

[1721] Butkens (1724), Vol. I, Preuves, p. 79, "Lettre tirée des chartes de Brabant".

[1722] Bert M. Kamp, in a private email to the author dated 5 Nov 2010.

[1723] Doorninck & Veen (1908), p. 398.

[1724] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 500, p. 282.

[1725] Kremer (1781), Band III, CXV, p. 135.

[1726] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 730, p. 429.

[1727] Kremer (1781), Band III, CLIII, p. 175.

[1728] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 827, p. 490.

[1729] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 835, p. 495.

[1730] Kremer (1781), Band III, CXXXIII, p. 150.

[1731] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 835, p. 495.

[1732] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 43.

[1733] Koch (1882) Eschweiler, fünfter Abschnitt, Die Umgebung von Eschweiler, p. 112, footnote 3, quoting “Eschweiler Beiträge, 296”.

[1734] Iohannis de Thielrode Genealogia Comitum Flandriæ MGH SS IX, p. 335.

[1735] Iohannis de Thilrode Chronicon 19, MGH SS XXV, p. 575.

[1736] Ægidii de Roya Annales Belgici (1620), 1267, p. 42.

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[1739] Annales Gandenses, 1297, MGH SS XVI, p. 561.

[1740] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 1036, p. 609.

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[1742] Chapeauville, J. (ed.) (1613) Gesta Pontificum Leodiensium (Liège), Tome II, Ioannis Hocsemii Canonici Leodiensis Gesta Pontificicum Leodiensium, Caput XXIX, p. 345.

[1743] Funck-Brentano, F. (1896) Annales Gandenses (Paris), p. 78.

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[1745] Butkens (1724), Vol. I, p. 560.

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[1747] Katzenelnbogisches Urkundenbuch, LV, p. 38.

[1748] Katzenelnbogisches Urkundenbuch, LX, p. 41.

[1749] Katzenelnbogisches Urkundenbuch, LXXXIII, p. 57.

[1750] Balduinus de Avennis Genealogia, RHGF XIII, pp. 561.

[1751] Fahne (1858), Band II, 52, p. 32.

[1752] Fahne (1858), Band II, 93, p. 60.

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[1759] Kremer (1781), Band III, CLIII, p. 175.

[1760] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 973, p. 574.

[1761] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 907, p. 539.

[1762] Sauerland, Band I (1902), 18, p. 8.

[1763] Codex Diplomaticus Neerlandicus, Second Series, [eerste deel], Part 1, 6, p. 4.

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[1765] Latijnsboek, folio 81, cited in Liekens, L. (1925) Geschiedenis van het oude Graafschape van de Stad en de Parochie den Lande en hertogdomme van Aarschot, Vol. 1. pp. 195-9. [John Immerseel].

[1766] Wouters, M. J. (1849) Notice historique sur l’ancienne abbaye d’Averboden (Gand), Annexes, 30, p. 116.

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[1770] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 730, p. 429.

[1771] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 43.

[1772] Koch (1882) Eschweiler, fünfter Abschnitt, Die Umgebung von Eschweiler, p. 112, footnote 3, quoting “Eschweiler Beiträge, 296”.

[1773] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 1672, p. 765.

[1774] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 730, p. 429.

[1775] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 1672, p. 765.

[1776] Wigand (1834), Band VI, LIII, p. 249.

[1777] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 1695, p. 777.

[1778] Wigand (1838), Band VII, LXXII, p. 155.

[1779] Wigand (1838), Band VII, LXXV, p. 159.

[1780] Wigand (1838), Band VII, LXXXI, p. 170.

[1781] Kremer (1781), Band III, CLIII, p. 175.

[1782] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 730, p. 429.

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[1785] Nijhoff, I. A. (1830) Gedenkwaardigheden uit de Geschiedenis van Gelderland (Arnhem), Eeerste Deel, ("Nijhoff (1830), I"), I, 67, p. 77.

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[1787] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 32, p. 25.

[1788] Codex Diplomaticus Neerlandicus, Second Series, [eerste deel], Part 1, 8, p. 11.

[1789] Wouters (1849), Annexes, 30, p. 116.

[1790] Kremer (1781), Band III, p. 140.

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[1792] Groten, M. ‘Der Übergang der kesselschen Herrschaft Grevenbroich an die Grafen von Jülich, eine territorialgeschichtliche Fallstudie’, Annalen des Historischen Vereins für den Niederrhein 180 (1978), pp. 57-70, information provided by Bert M. Kamp in a private email to the author dated 5 Nov 2010.

[1793] Nijhoff (1830), I, 67, p. 77.

[1794] Codex Diplomaticus Neerlandicus, Second Series, [eerste deel], Part 1, 6, p. 4.

[1795] Wouters (1849), Annexes, 30, p. 116.

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[1799] Codex Diplomaticus Neerlandicus, Second Series, [eerste deel], Part 1, 8, p. 11.

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[1804] Boehmer, J. F. (1868) Fontes Rerum Germanicarum, Band IV (Stuttgart), Henricus Dapifer de Diessenhoven 1316-1361, p. 32.

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[1813] Nicolas, N. H. (1826) Testamenta Vetusta, Vol. I (London), p. 179.

[1814] ES XIII 24.

[1815] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 567, p. 474.

[1816] Doorninck & Veen (1908), p. 345.

[1817] Köln Quellen (Ennen), Band IV (1870), 1, p. 1.

[1818] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 47, p. 34.

[1819] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 220, p. 187.

[1820] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 355, p. 279.

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[1822] Sauerland, Band III (1905), 8, p. 3.

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[1826] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 237, p. 195.

[1827] Sauerland, Band II (1902), 1953, p. 369.

[1828] Wolters (1850), Annexes, 10, p. 228.

[1829] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 462, p. 371.

[1830] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 465, p. 373.

[1831] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 86.

[1832] Butkens (1724), Vol. I, p. 584.

[1833] Sauerland, Band II (1902), 1955, p. 370.

[1834] Sauerland, Band II (1902), 1989, p. 384.

[1835] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 313, p. 252.

[1836] Necrologium Sældentalense, Regensburg Necrologies, p. 360.

[1837] Sauerland, Band II (1902), 1619, p. 211.

[1838] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 435, p. 352.

[1839] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 582, p. 487.

[1840] Kronijk van Arent toe Bocop, p. 191.

[1841] Butkens (1724), Vol. I, Preuves, p. 165, "Lettre tirée des Archives du Duché de Gueldres".

[1842] Nijhoff (1830), I, 268, p. 300.

[1843] Butkens (1724), Vol. I, Preuves, p. 165, "Extraict des Recueils de feu le S. Martin Roelants, jadis Commun-maistre de la ville de Malines".

[1844] Codex Diplomaticus Neerlandicus, Second Series, [eerste deel], Part 1, 25, p. 59.

[1845] Engel, G. (ed.) (1985) Ravensberger Regesten (Bielefeld), Vol. I, 1074a, p. 352, information provided by Bert M. Kamp in a private email to the author dated 5 Nov 2010.

[1846] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 681, p. 578.

[1847] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 684, p. 583.

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[1850] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 1033, p. 920.

[1851] Düsseldorf St Maria Memorienbuch, p. 128.

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[1857] Düsseldorf St Maria Memorienbuch, p. 128.

[1858] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 1034, p. 922.

[1859] Düsseldorf St Maria Memorienbuch, p. 126.

[1860] Spiller, R. (1909) Ulrich Füertrer bayerische Chronik (Munich), (Bayerischen Quellen, Neue Folge, Band II, Zweite Abteilung), 348, p. 208.

[1861] Düsseldorf St Maria Memorienbuch, p. 129.

[1862] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 1033, p. 920.

[1863] Notæ Fuerstenfeldenses de Ducibus Bavariæ, MGH SS XXIV, p. 75.

[1864] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 893, p. 786.

[1865] Mone, F. J. (1848) Quellensammlung der badische Landesgeschichte (Karlsruhe) ("Badische Quellensammlung"), p. 221, quoting Totenbuch von Neustadt, Bl. 40 a.

[1866] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 523, p. 427.

[1867] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 862, p. 753.

[1868] Düsseldorf St Maria Memorienbuch, p. 129.

[1869] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 684, p. 583.

[1870] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 691, p. 593.

[1871] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 1033, p. 920.

[1872] Dithmar, J. C. (1721) Wernheri Teschenmacheri ab Elverfeldt Annales Cliviæ, Juliæ, Montium, Marcæ, Westphalicæ, Ravensbergæ, Geldriæ et Zutphaniæ (Frankfurt, Leipzig), p. 282.

[1873] Düsseldorf St Maria Memorienbuch, p. 129.

[1874] Leibnitz, G. W. (1711) Scriptorum Brunsvicensia illustrantium, Tome III (Hannover), Chronicon Brunsvicensium, p. 405.

[1875] Düsseldorf St Maria Memorienbuch, p. 129.

[1876] Düsseldorf St Maria Memorienbuch, p. 127.

[1877] Scriptorum Brunsvicensia, Tome III (1711), Chronicon Brunsvicensium, pp. 407-8.

[1878] Fahne, A, (1848) Geschichte der Kölnischen, Jülichschen und Bergischen Geschlechter in Stammtafeln, Wappen, Siegeln und Urkunden, Theil I (Köln, Bonn), p. 104.

[1879] Fahne (1848) Kölnischen, Jülichschen und Bergischen Geschlechter, Theil I, p. 104.

[1880] Oidtman, E. von Sammlung Oidtman, Band 6, Mappen 453/454, “von Frenze (Edelherren)”, pp. 220-3, Universitätsbibliothek zu Köln, available at <https://www.vr-elibrary.de/doi/epdf/10.7788/jbkgv-1999-0107>. Information sent by Bert M. Kamp by email 15 Jul 2023.

[1881] Oidtman ‘Die Burg zu Stolberg und ihre Besitzer, insbesondere die Edelherren von Stolberg-Frenz-Setterich’, Zeitschrift des Aachener Geschichtsvereins, Band 15 (Aachen, 1893), pp. 1-.

[1882] Bert M. Kamp by email 18 Dec 2023, citing Willems, F. (1955) Stolberger Burgherren und ihre Nachkommen in Urkunden rheinischer Geschichte (1118-1496), Erster Teil: Die Edelherren von Stalberg-Frenz-Setterich-Reifferscheid und ihre Nachkommen (118-1364).

[1883] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 263, p. 170.

[1884] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 289, p. 189.

[1885] <https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Burg_Stolberg> (31 Dec 2023).

[1886] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 389, p. 269.

[1887] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 389, p. 269.

[1888] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 414, p. 285.

[1889] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 270, p. 139.

[1890] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 224, p. 116.

[1891] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 270, p. 139.

[1892] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 464, p. 257.

[1893] Quix, C. (1829) Die Frankenburg, insgemein Frankenberg genannt und die Vogtei über Burtscheid (Aachen), 3, p. 127.

[1894] Quix (1829), 1, p. 123.

[1895] Oidtman ‘Gymnich’ (1908), p. 164.

[1896] Fahne (1848) Kölnischen, Jülichschen und Bergischen Geschlechter, Theil I, p. 104.

[1897] Oidtman ‘Stolberg-Frenz-Setterich’ (1893), pp. 2, 3, 5.

[1898] Oidtman Sammlung Oidtman, “von Frenze (Edelherren)”, Mappen 453/454, p. 222, quoting “/Stadt .A-Köln, Schreinsbuch Columba Lata platea, Inv.Nr.162, Eintrag 32./”.

[1899] Fahne (1848) Kölnischen, Jülichschen und Bergischen Geschlechter, Theil I, p. 104.

[1900] Oidtman Sammlung Oidtman, “von Frenze (Edelherren)”, Mappe 454, p. 221.

[1901] Oidtman Sammlung Oidtman, “von Frenze (Edelherren)”, Mappe 454, p. 221, citing “Staats-A. Dssd, Jülich-Berg, Nr. 417”.

[1902] Fahne (1848) Kölnischen, Jülichschen und Bergischen Geschlechter, p. 104.

[1903] Stramburg, C. G. von (1866) Denkwürdiger und nützlicher rheinischer Antiquarius…Merkwürdigkeiten des ganzen Rheinstroms, Mittelrhein, Der III. Abtheilung 12. Band (Coblenz), pp. 119, 121.

[1904] Fahne (1848) Kölnischen, Jülichschen und Bergischen Geschlechter, Theil I, p. 104.

[1905] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 464, p. 257.

[1906] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 465, p. 258.

[1907] Hoefer, L. F. (1835) Auswahl der ältesten Urkunden deutscher Sprache (Hamburg), 10, p. 21, and Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Band 4 (2007), 223, 368, pp. 160, 258.

[1908] Oidtman, E. von Sammlung Oidtman, “von Frenze (Edelherren)”, Mappe 453, p. 220.

[1909] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band II (1862), 449, p. 465, Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Band 4 (2007), 409, p. 283.

[1910] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 532, p. 299.

[1911] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 534, p. 302.

[1912] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 550, p. 315.

[1913] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 558, p. 325.

[1914] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 588, pp. 343, 344 footnote 2.

[1915] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Band 4 (2007), 1047, p. 708.

[1916] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Band 4 (2007), 1113, p. 754.

[1917] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 530, p. 297.

[1918] Oidtman `Memorienbuch des Klosters Wenau’ (1882), p. 272.

[1919] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 475, p. 266.

[1920] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 705, p. 412.

[1921] Oidtman `Memorienbuch des Klosters Wenau’ (1882), p. 272.

[1922] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 588, pp. 343, 344 footnote 2.

[1923] Köln Quellen (Ennen), Band III (1867), 11, p. 8.

[1924] Köln Quellen (Ennen), Band III (1867), 49, p. 36.

[1925] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 614, p. 362.

[1926] Köln Quellen (Ennen), Band III (1867), 55, p. 41.

[1927] Oidtman ‘Stolberg-Frenz-Setterich’ (1893), p. 3.

[1928] Oidtman `Memorienbuch des Klosters Wenau’ (1882), p. 269, and Koch, H. H. (1882) Geschichte der Stadt Eschweiler und der benachbarten Ortschaften (Eschweiler), fünfter Abschnitt, Die Umgebung von Eschweiler, p. 112, footnote 3, quoting “Eschweiler Beiträge, 296”.

[1929] Willems (1955) Stolberger Burgherren, citing Memorienbuch des Klosters Wernau in Bestiz von Stadtarchiv Düren [information sent by Bert M. Kamp by email 18 Dec 2023].

[1930] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 500, p. 282.

[1931] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Band 4 (2007), 188, p. 136.

[1932] Hoefer, L. F. (1835) Auswahl der ältesten Urkunden deutscher Sprache (Hamburg), 10, p. 21, and Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Band 4 (2007), 223, 368, pp. 160, 258.

[1933] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band II (1862), 449, p. 465, Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Band 4 (2007), 409, p. 283.

[1934] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 532, p. 299.

[1935] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 550, p. 315.

[1936] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 530, p. 297.

[1937] Oidtman, E. von `Memorienbuch des Klosters Wenau’, Zeitschrift des Aachener Geschichtsvereins, Band 4 (Aachen, 1882), p. 286.

[1938] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 465, p. 258.

[1939] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Band 4 (2007), 188, p. 136.

[1940] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band II (1862), 449, p. 465, Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Band 4 (2007), 409, p. 283.

[1941] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 579, p. 337.

[1942] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 530, p. 297.

[1943] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 612, p. 362.

[1944] Köln Quellen (Ennen), Band III (1867), 39, p. 30.

[1945] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 705, p. 412.

[1946] Köln Quellen (Ennen), Band III (1867), 117, p. 93.

[1947] Köln Quellen (Ennen), Band IV (1867), 176, p. 193.

[1948] Oidtman ‘Stolberg-Frenz-Setterich’ (1893), p. 5.

[1949] Oidtman Sammlung Oidtman, “von Frenze (Edelherren)”, Mappen 453/454, p. 222, quoting “/Stadt .A-Köln, Schreinsbuch Columba Lata platea, Inv.Nr.162, Eintrag 32./”.

[1950] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 705, p. 412.

[1951] Bosbach, F. X. ‘Das älteste Burtscheider Nekrologium’, Zeitschrift des Aachener Geschichtsvereins, Band 20 (Aachen, 1898), p. 164.

[1952] Fahne (1858), Band II, 83, p. 51.

[1953] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 35, p. 26.

[1954] Quix (1834) Burtscheid, Urkunden, 98, 99, 100, pp. 299-302.

[1955] Willems (1955) Stolberger Burgherren, p. 60.

[1956] Bosbach ‘Das älteste Burtscheider Nekrologium’ (1898), p. 115.

[1957] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 35, p. 26.

[1958] Oidtman ‘Stolberg-Frenz-Setterich’ (1893), p. 6.

[1959] Bosbach ‘Das älteste Burtscheider Nekrologium’ (1898), p. 99.

[1960] Oidtman ‘Stolberg-Frenz-Setterich’ (1893), p. 6.

[1961] Quix (1834) Burtscheid, Urkunden, 108, 109, pp. 315-19.

[1962] Fahne (1858), Band II, 474, p. 341.

[1963] Oidtman ‘Stolberg-Frenz-Setterich’ (1893), p. 6, citing “Staatsarchiv zu Düsseldorf A 1, Nr. 353”.

[1964] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung II, p. 77.

[1965] Oidtman ‘Stolberg-Frenz-Setterich’ (1893), p. 8.

[1966] Oidtman ‘Stolberg-Frenz-Setterich’ (1893), p. 6, footnote 6).

[1967] ES XXIX 46, 48.

[1968] Fahne (1848) Kölnischen, Jülichschen und Bergischen Geschlechter, Theil I, p. 105.

[1969] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 771, p. 454.

[1970] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 812, p. 480, and footnote 1.

[1971] Archiv Nordrhein Westfalen, at <https://www.archive.nrw.de/archivsuche> [search “Vreynze”] (18 Dec 2023). Information sent by Bert M. Kamp by emails 5 Jul 2023 and 16 Dec 2023.

[1972] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 874, p. 519. .

[1973] Willems (1955) Stolberger Burgherren, p. 59 [information sent by Bert M. Kamp by email 19 Dec 2023].

[1974] Archiv Nordrhein Westfalen, at <https://www.archive.nrw.de/archivsuche> [search “Vreynze”] (18 Dec 2023).

[1975] Archiv Nordrhein Westfalen, at <https://www.archive.nrw.de/archivsuche> [search “Gerhard Herr von der Dyck”] (24 Feb 2023).

[1976] Archiv Nordrhein Westfalen, at <https://www.archive.nrw.de/archivsuche> [search “Edelherr Wilhelm von Neuze”] (24 Feb 2023).

[1977] Archiv Nordrhein Westfalen, at <https://www.archive.nrw.de/archivsuche> [search “Vreynze”] (18 Dec 2023).

[1978] Fahne (1848) Kölnischen, Jülichschen und Bergischen Geschlechter, pp. 104, 288.

[1979] Willems (1955) Stolberger Burgherren, pp. 60-1 [information sent by Bert M. Kamp by email 19 Dec 2023].

[1980] Zimmermann, W. & Borger, H. (1963) Handbuch der historischen Stätten Deutschlands, Band 3 Nordrhein-Westfalen (Kröners Taschenausgabe, Band 273) (Stuttgart), p. 205, cited at <https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Burg_Frenz> (31 Dec 2023).

[1981] Oidtman `Memorienbuch des Klosters Wenau’ (1882), p. 267.

[1982] Hartmann, P. & Renard, E. (1910) Die Kunstdenkmäler des Kreises Düren (Kunstdenkmäler der Rheinprovinz, Band 9, 1) (Düsseldorf), p. 210 (for the 1355 mortgage only), cited at <https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Burg_Frenz> (31 Dec 2023).

[1983] Thummermuth, W. (1738) Krumbstab schleust niemand auß, Hoc est: Votiva Relatio Compromissi Feudalis… (Köln), p. 61, indexed at Richardson, E. (1881) Geschichte der Familie Merode, Band II (Prag), II. Abtheilung, Urkunden-Verzeichniss, 68, p. 175.

[1984] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 304, p. 200.

[1985] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 310, p. 205.

[1986] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 314, p. 207.

[1987] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 338, p. 226.

[1988] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 342, p. 231.

[1989] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. I, 522, p. 578.

[1990] Kindlinger (1790), Band II, XXXII, p. 196.

[1991] Mittelrheinische Regesten, III Theil, 2282, p. 516.

[1992] Kremer (1776), Band II, XL, p. 254.

[1993] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 430, p. 187.

[1994] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 270, p. 139.

[1995] Kremer (1776), Band II, XLIII, p. 256.

[1996] Kremer (1769), Band I, Urkunden Heinsberg, I, p. 3.

[1997] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 342, p. 179.

[1998] Kremer (1781), Band III, LXXXIII, p. 104.

[1999] Kremer (1769), Band I, Urkunden Heinsberg, III, p. 6.

[2000] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1863), 450, p. 468.

[2001] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 532, p. 299.

[2002] Schmitz, F. (ed.) (1908) Urkundenbücher der geistlichen Stiftungen des Niederrheins, II Abtei Heisterbach (Bonn) ("Heisterbach") 90, p. 183.

[2003] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 297, p. 155.

[2004] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 731, p. 431.

[2005] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 731, p. 431.

[2006] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 342, p. 179.

[2007] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 138, p. 246.

[2008] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 731, p. 431.

[2009] Kremer (1781), Band III, CII, p. 122.

[2010] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 709, p. 415.

[2011] Kremer (1781), Band III, CXXXII, p. 149.

[2012] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 731, p. 431.

[2013] Butkens (1724), Vol. I, p. 318.

[2014] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 268, p. 409.

[2015] ES VII 139, extinct in the male line [1419].

[2016] Kremer (1769), Band I, Urkunden Heinsberg, I, p. 3.

[2017] Kremer (1781), Band III, CIII, p. 123.

[2018] Kremer (1781), Band III, LXXXIII, p. 104.

[2019] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 430, p. 187.

[2020] ES VII 139, extinct in the male line [1419].

[2021] Fahne (1848) Kölnischen, Jülichschen und Bergischen Geschlechter, Theil I, p. 288.

[2022] Fahne (1853) Kölnischen, Jülichschen und Bergischen Geschlechter, Theil II, p. 97.

[2023] Hartmann, P. & Renard, E. (1910) Die Kunstdenkmäler des Kreises Düren (Kunstdenkmäler der Rheinprovinz, Band 9, 1) (Düsseldorf), p. 210 (for the 1355 mortgage only), cited at <https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Burg_Frenz> (31 Dec 2023).

[2024] Willems (1955) Stolberger Burgherren, pp. 60-1 [information sent by Bert M. Kamp by email 19 Dec 2023].

[2025] Zimmermann, W. & Borger, H. (1963) Handbuch der historischen Stätten Deutschlands, Band 3 Nordrhein-Westfalen (Kröners Taschenausgabe, Band 273) (Stuttgart), p. 205, cited at <https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Burg_Frenz> (31 Dec 2023).

[2026] Van den Bergh, L. P. C. (1852) Handboek der Middel-Nederlandsche Geographie (Leiden), p. 205.

[2027] Vanderkindere (1902), Vol. II, p. 277.

[2028] Chronologia Johannes de Beke 55a, p. 113.

[2029] Annales Rodenses, MGH SS XVI, p. 689.

[2030] ES I.2 201.

[2031] ES XVIII 22.

[2032] Kremer (1776), Band II, VIII, p. 203.

[2033] Kremer (1776), Band II, VIII, p. 203.

[2034] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 610, p. 765.

[2035] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 247, p. 159.

[2036] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 252, p. 162.

[2037] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 284, p. 185.

[2038] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 288, p. 188.

[2039] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 285, p. 186.

[2040] Guesnon, A. (ed.) (ed.) (1896) Un Cartulaire de l'abbaye de Saint-Vaast d'Arras, codex du XII siècle (Paris) ("Arras St Vaast") 2, p. 32.

[2041] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1860), 40, p. 502.

[2042] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 285, p. 186.

[2043] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 301, p. 197.

[2044] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 304, p. 200.

[2045] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 305, p. 200.

[2046] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 343, p. 232.

[2047] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 404, p. 278.

[2048] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 463, p. 326.

[2049] Genealogia Ducum Brabantiæ Heredum Franciæ 6, MGH SS XXV, p. 390.

[2050] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 404, p. 278.

[2051] Westfaliæ Regesta, Band II, CCCXXX, p. 100.

[2052] ES XVIII 2.

[2053] Westfaliæ Regesta, Band II, CCCXXX, p. 100.

[2054] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 404, p. 278.

[2055] Kindlinger (1790), Band II, XXXII, p. 196.

[2056] Annales Egmundani 1172, MGH SS XVI, p. 468.

[2057] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 404, p. 278.

[2058] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 510, p. 358.

[2059] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 515, p. 361.

[2060] Arnoldi Chronica Slavorum III, 16, MGH SS XXI, p. 158.

[2061] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 510, p. 358.

[2062] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 533, p. 371.

[2063] Annales Egmundani 1182, MGH SS XVI, p. 469.

[2064] Chronologia Johannes de Beke 59a, p. 131.

[2065] Annales Egmundani 1186, MGH SS XVI, p. 470.

[2066] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 510, p. 358.

[2067] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 533, p. 371.

[2068] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 265, p. 136.

[2069] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 311, p. 162.

[2070] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 356, p. 187.

[2071] Harleß, W. ‘Ungedruckte Clevische Urkunden’, Zeitschrift des Bergischen Geschichtsverein, Band 32 (Elberfeld, 1896), 2, p. 148.

[2072] Dithmar (1721), p. 220.

[2073] Genealogica Wettinensis, MGH SS XXIII, p. 229.

[2074] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 492, p. 276.

[2075] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 356, p. 187.

[2076] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 265, p. 136.

[2077] Harleß ‘Ungedruckte Clevische Urkunden’ (1896), 1, p. 148.

[2078] Genealogia Ducum Brabantiæ Heredum Franciæ 7, MGH SS XXV, p. 390.

[2079] Butkens (1724), Vol. I, Preuves, p. 74.

[2080] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, CLXXXI, p. 240.

[2081] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, CXCI, p. 247.

[2082] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, CXCIV, p. 250.

[2083] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, CC, p. 253.

[2084] Ernst (1839), Tome III, p. 396, quoting Bondam Code diplomatique de Gueldre, sect. 3, num. 108, p. 533.

[2085] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, CCII, p. 255.

[2086] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, CCIII, p. 256.

[2087] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, CCXIV, p. 266.

[2088] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 481, p. 270.

[2089] Limburg Stirum, T. de (1868) Le Chambellan de Flandre et les Sires de Ghistelles (Gand), Pièces justificatives, XXXIX, p. xlviii.

[2090] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 422, p. 228.

[2091] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, CCIII, p. 256.

[2092] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 555, p. 323.

[2093] Butkens (1724), Vol. I, Preuves, p. 82, "Lettre tirée des chartes de Brabant".

[2094] Kronijk van Arent toe Bocop, p. 184.

[2095] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 311, p. 162.

[2096] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 311, p. 162.

[2097] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 356, p. 187.

[2098] Harleß ‘Ungedruckte Clevische Urkunden’ (1896), 2, p. 148.

[2099] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 668, p. 392.

[2100] Kremer (1781), Band III, CXXXIII, p. 150.

[2101] Reinach (1877), 9, p. 4.

[2102] Marichal, P. (ed.) (1903-05) Cartulaire de l´évêché de Metz, Mettensia IV (Paris) ("Metz Evêché"), 110, p. 277.

[2103] Miller, M. (2020) Nördliches Rheinland und Westfalen - Münzen und Medaillen, p. 70.

[2104] ES XVIII.

[2105] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 1056, p. 620.

[2106] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 515.

[2107] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 515.

[2108] <https://www.archivportal-d.de/item/CE3OA43MFIZMEHEBVH3UFOJYSP626F47> (22 Apr 2021). I am grateful to Bert M. Kamp for sending this link 21 Apr 2021.

[2109] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 515.

[2110] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 668, p. 392.

[2111] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 515.

[2112] ES XVIII 22.

[2113] Harleß ‘Ungedruckte Clevische Urkunden’ (1896), 3, p. 149.

[2114] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, CLXXXVII, p. 244.

[2115] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, CCXII, p. 265.

[2116] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 562, p. 328.

[2117] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 783, p. 459.

[2118] Westfälisches Urkundenburch Band III (1871), 964, p. 496.

[2119] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 311, p. 162.

[2120] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 356, p. 187.

[2121] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 752, p. 332.

[2122] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 668, p. 392.

[2123] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 311, p. 162.

[2124] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 356, p. 187.

[2125] Harleß ‘Ungedruckte Clevische Urkunden’ (1896), 2, p. 148.

[2126] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 492, p. 276.

[2127] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 419, p. 226.

[2128] Dithmar (1721), p. 224, footnote (7), quoting “Anonym. Chron. Cliv”.

[2129] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 685, p. 400.

[2130] Dithmar (1721), p. 224, footnote (7), quoting “Anonym. Chron. Cliv”.

[2131] Dithmar (1721), p. 224, footnote (7), quoting “Anonym. Chron. Cliv”.

[2132] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 796, p. 469.

[2133] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 1011, p. 594.

[2134] Nijhoff (1830), I, 66, p. 75.

[2135] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 796, p. 469.

[2136] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 1011, p. 594.

[2137] Nijhoff (1830), I, 66, p. 75.

[2138] Ernst (1839), Tome III, p. 404, quoting Jongelin Notitia abbat. ord. Cisterc., Lib. 2, p. 39.

[2139] Katzenelnbogisches Urkundenbuch, CXXXVIII, p. 89.

[2140] Baur, L. (1862) Hessische Urkunden (Darmstadt), Band II, 825, p. 821.

[2141] Baur, Band II (1862), 921, p. 903.

[2142] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 482, p. 386.

[2143] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 107, p. 77.

[2144] ES XVIII 22.

[2145] Berg, A. ‘Zur alteren Genealogie der Fürsten von Horn’, Genealogie (1978), pp. 44-5, citing “‘s-Gravenhage, Hoge Raad van Adel. Sammlung van Spaen 164”. I am grateful to Bert M. Kamp for drawing my attention to this source in a private email dated 3 Dec 2014.

[2146] Berg ‘Fürsten von Horn’ (1978), p. 45.

[2147] Mieris, F. Van (1754) Groot Charterboek der Graaven van Holland, van Zeeland en Heeren van Friesland, Tweede deel (Leiden), p. 309.

[2148] Sauerland, Band II (1902), 1953, p. 369.

[2149] Aders (1977), 285a, p. 88.

[2150] Wolters (1850), Annexes, 10, p. 228.

[2151] Mieris (1754), Tweede deel, p. 179.

[2152] Sauerland, Band II (1902), 1832, p. 301.

[2153] Sauerland, Band II (1902), 2356, p. 559.

[2154] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 107, p. 77.

[2155] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 293, p. 239.

[2156] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 293, p. 239.

[2157] Butkens (1724), Vol. II, p. 103.

[2158] Fahne (1858), Band II, p. 78.

[2159] Fahne (1858), Band II, 144, p. 93.

[2160] Sauerland, Band I (1902), 941, p. 429.

[2161] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 293, p. 239.

[2162] Aders (1977), 285a, p. 88.

[2163] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 482, p. 386.

[2164] Dithmar (1721), p. 224, footnote (7), quoting “Anonym. Chron. Cliv”.

[2165] Kremer (1781), Band III, CCXXXI, p. 242.

[2166] Wenck, H. B. (1803) Hessische Landesgeschichte mit einem Urkundenbuch, Band III, Urkundenbuch (Darmstadt) ("Hessische Landesgeschichte Urkundenbuch, Band III"), CLXXIX, p. 154.

[2167] Dithmar (1721), p. 224, footnote (7), quoting “Anonym. Chron. Cliv”.

[2168] Codex Diplomaticus Neerlandicus, Second Series, [eerste deel], Part 1, 1, p. 1.

[2169] Codex Diplomaticus Neerlandicus, Second Series, [eerste deel], Part 1, 2, p. 2.

[2170] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 487, p. 272.

[2171] Kronijk van Arent toe Bocop, p. 184.

[2172] Codex Diplomaticus Neerlandicus, Second Series, [eerste deel], Part 1, 2, p. 2.

[2173] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 906, p. 539.

[2174] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 1011, p. 594.

[2175] Nijhoff (1830), I, 137, p. 136.

[2176] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 96, p. 70.

[2177] Sauerland, Band I (1902), 60, p. 29.

[2178] Dithmar (1721), p. 230.

[2179] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 64, p. 47.

[2180] Sauerland, Band I (1902), 290, p. 139.

[2181] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 163, p. 122.

[2182] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 163, p. 122.

[2183] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 225, p. 189.

[2184] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 99, p. 72.

[2185] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 103, p. 75.

[2186] Nijhoff (1830), I, 137, p. 136.

[2187] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 271, p. 219.

[2188] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 355, p. 279.

[2189] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 387, p. 307.

[2190] Nijhoff (1830), I, 201, p. 201.

[2191] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 355, p. 279.

[2192] Sauerland, Band II (1902), 2381, p. 574.

[2193] Sauerland, Band III (1905), 8, p. 3.

[2194] Sauerland, Band III (1905), 829, p. 326.

[2195] Iwanski (1912), Beilage I, XXVI, p. 73.

[2196] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 225, p. 189.

[2197] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 271, p. 219.

[2198] Nijhoff (1830), I, 378, p. 426.

[2199] Mieris (1754), Tweede deel, p. 529.

[2200] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 271, p. 219.

[2201] Nijhoff (1830), I, 334, p. 382.

[2202] Nijhoff (1830), I, 378, p. 426.

[2203] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 271, p. 219.

[2204] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 113, p. 81.

[2205] Nijhoff (1830), I, 378, p. 426.

[2206] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 387, p. 307.

[2207] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 590, p. 494.

[2208] Sauerland, Band III (1905), 829, p. 326.

[2209] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 590, p. 494.

[2210] Doorninck & Veen (1908), p. 143.

[2211] Kronijk van Arent toe Bocop, p. 191.

[2212] Chronica Comitum de Marka, Fortsetzung, p. 106.

[2213] Chronica Comitum de Marka, Fortsetzung, p. 106.

[2214] Aders (1977), 264, p. 81.

[2215] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 254, p. 205.

[2216] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 387, p. 307.

[2217] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 113, p. 81.

[2218] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 369, p. 293.

[2219] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 113, p. 81.

[2220] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 689, p. 589.

[2221] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 807, p. 710.

[2222] Sauerland, Band III (1905), 77, p. 86.

[2223] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 87.

[2224] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 846, p. 741.

[2225] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 967, p. 850.

[2226] Dithmar (1721), p. 282, footnote (2).

[2227] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 691, p. 593.

[2228] Dithmar (1721), p. 282.

[2229] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 952, p. 839.

[2230] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 967, p. 850.

[2231] Dithmar (1721), Diplomata, LXXVII, p. 80.

[2232] Dithmar (1721), Diplomata, LXVIII, p. 65.

[2233] Dithmar (1721), p. 288.

[2234] Dithmar (1721), p. 288.

[2235] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 151, p. 169.

[2236] Dithmar (1721), p. 289.

[2237] Dithmar (1721), p. 289.

[2238] Dithmar (1721), p. 289.

[2239] Scriptorum Brunsvicensia, Tome III (1711), Chronicon Brunsvicensium, p. 404.

[2240] Dithmar (1721), p. 289.

[2241] Dithmar (1721), p. 289.

[2242] Béthune, Baron (1900) Epitaphes et mounments des églises de la Flandre au XVIe siècle (Bruges), (third part 1900), p. 385.

[2243] Béthune (1900) Epitaphes (third part 1900), p. 385.

[2244] Butkens (1724), Vol. I, p. 655.

[2245] Béthune (1900) Epitaphes (second part 1898), p. 243.

[2246] Dithmar (1721), p. 289.

[2247] Vallet de Viriville, A. (1858) Chronique de Charles VII roi de France, par Jean Chartier (Paris), Tome I, Chap. 139, p. 260.

[2248] Dithmar (1721), p. 289.

[2249] Dithmar (1721), p. 282.

[2250] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 967, p. 850.

[2251] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 976, p. 865.

[2252] Sweerts, F. (1620) Rerum Belgicarum Annales Chronici et Historici (Frankfurt), Tome I, Chronicon Belgicum, Liber XXXI, Cap. XXXVII, p. 305.

[2253] Dithmar (1721), p. 282.

[2254] Dithmar (1721), p. 282.

[2255] Hemricourt (1673), p. 117.

[2256] Dithmar (1721), p. 282.

[2257] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 977, p. 867.

[2258] Dithmar (1721), p. 282.

[2259] Dithmar (1721), p. 282.

[2260] Dithmar (1721), p. 282.

[2261] Dithmar (1721), p. 282.

[2262] Dithmar (1721), p. 282.

[2263] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 990, p. 878.

[2264] Dithmar (1721), p. 282.

[2265] ES XVIII 17.

[2266] Hemricourt (1673), p. 145.

[2267] Dithmar (1721), p. 282.

[2268] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 990, p. 878.

[2269] Dithmar (1721), p. 282.

[2270] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 990, p. 878.

[2271] Dithmar (1721), p. 282.

[2272] Dithmar (1721), p. 289.

[2273] Marolles, Abbé de (1873) Inventaire des titres de Nevers (Nevers), col. 4.

[2274] Mencke, J. B. (1728) Scriptores rerum Germanicarum, præcipue Saxonicarum, Tome II (Leipzig), XVII Monumenta Landgraviorum Thuringiæ et Marchionum Misniæ, col. 875.

[2275] Anthony (1931?), Tableau II, p. 12, and p. 27, Jeanne d’Albret, footnote 2, citing “Coll. Doat, vol. 235, fol 1”. Ruble, A. de (1877) Le mariage de Jeanne d’Albret (Paris), Pièces justificatives, I, p. 273.

[2276] Ruble (1877), pp. 53-138.

[2277] Ruble (1877), Pièces justificatives, VIII, p. 318.

[2278] Düsseldorf St Maria Memorienbuch, p. 127.

[2279] Harleß ‘Ungedruckte Clevische Urkunden’ (1896), I, p. 148.

[2280] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 387, p. 207.

[2281] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 5.

[2282] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, pp. 5-6, citing “Prov. A. D.”.

[2283] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 5.

[2284] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, pp. 5-6, citing “Prov. A. D.”.

[2285] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 1021, p. 599.

[2286] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, pp. 5-6, citing “Prov. A. D.”.

[2287] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 1021, p. 599.

[2288] Aders (1977), 262, p. 80.

[2289] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, pp. 5-6, citing “Prov. A. D.”.

[2290] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 1021, p. 599.

[2291] Aders (1977), 262, p. 80.

[2292] Aders (1977), 263, p. 80.

[2293] Gudenus (1747), Tome II, LXXXIX, p. 1022.

[2294] Gudenus (1747), Tome II, XCVIII, p. 1032.

[2295] Aders (1977), 263, p. 80.

[2296] Gudenus (1747), Tome II, LXXXIX, p. 1022.

[2297] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 245, p. 200.

[2298] Aders (1977), 11, p. 8.

[2299] Aders (1977), 268, p. 82.

[2300] Aders (1977), 350, p. 111.

[2301] Aders (1977), 360, p. 115.

[2302] Aders (1977), 361, p. 115.

[2303] Aders (1977), 369, p. 117.

[2304] Aders (1977), 360, p. 115.

[2305] Aders (1977), 369, p. 117.

[2306] Aders (1977), 360, p. 115.

[2307] Aders (1977), 361, p. 115.

[2308] Aders (1977), 369, p. 117.

[2309] Aders (1977), 360, p. 115.

[2310] Aders (1977), 369, p. 117.

[2311] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 7, extinct in the male line [1450].

[2312] Aders (1977), 360, p. 115.

[2313] Aders (1977), 361, p. 115.

[2314] Aders (1977), 361, p. 115.

[2315] Aders (1977), 369, p. 117.

[2316] Aders (1977), 360, p. 115.

[2317] Aders (1977), 263, p. 80.

[2318] Gudenus (1747), Tome II, LXXXIX, p. 1022.

[2319] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 245, p. 200.

[2320] Gudenus (1747), Tome II, LXXXIX, p. 1022.

[2321] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 245, p. 200.

[2322] Gudenus (1747), Tome II, LXXXIX, p. 1022.

[2323] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 245, p. 200.

[2324] Aders (1977), 281, p. 87.

[2325] Gudenus (1747), Tome II, LXXXIX, p. 1022.

[2326] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 245, p. 200.

[2327] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 138, p. 74.

[2328] Kremer (1776), Band II, XL, p. 254.

[2329] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 308, p. 160.

[2330] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 471, p. 264.

[2331] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 471, p. 264.

[2332] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 471, p. 264.

[2333] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 578, p. 336.

[2334] Ritz, W. (1824) Urkunden und Abhandlungen zur Geschichte des Niederrheins und der Niedermaas (Aachen), Band I, 1, p. 66.

[2335] Ritz (1824), Band I, 2, p. 66.

[2336] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 922, p. 547.

[2337] ES VII 168.

[2338] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 181, p. 152.

[2339] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 471, p. 264.

[2340] Ritz (1824), Band I, 2, p. 66.

[2341] Ritz (1824), Band I, 3, p. 67.

[2342] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 471, p. 264.

[2343] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 471, p. 264.

[2344] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 471, p. 264.

[2345] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 429, p. 341.

[2346] Ritz (1824), Band I, 4, p. 68.

[2347] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 429, p. 341.

[2348] Ritz (1824), Band I, 4, p. 68.

[2349] Gudenus (1747), Tome II, CXLIV, p. 1084.

[2350] Gudenus (1747), Tome II, CXLIX, p. 1089.

[2351] Gudenus (1747), Tome II, CXCIX, p. 1139.

[2352] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 429, p. 341.

[2353] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 429, p. 341.

[2354] Gerbert, M. (1766) Pragmatische Geschichte des Hauses Geroldseck (Frankfurt, Leipzig), Urkunde LV, p. 118.

[2355] Gerbert (1766), Urkunde LIX, p. 128.

[2356] Gerbert (1766), Urkunde LI, p. 112.

[2357] Gerbert (1766), Urkunde LXIV, p. 140.

[2358] Gerbert (1766), Urkunde LXIV, p. 140.

[2359] Gerbert (1766), Urkunde LXXI, p. 157.

[2360] Gerbert (1766), Urkunde LXXII, p. 162.

[2361] Gerbert (1766), Urkunde LXIV, p. 140.

[2362] Gerbert (1766), Urkunde LXXI, p. 157.

[2363] Gerbert (1766), Urkunde LXXII, p. 162.

[2364] Gerbert (1766), Urkunde LXXI, p. 157.

[2365] Dithmar (1721), p. 282.

[2366] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 990, p. 878.

[2367] Vannérus ‘Esch-sur-la-Sûre’ (1908), pp. 447-8.

[2368] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung II, p. 31.

[2369] Renn ‘Kronenburger’ (1954), p. 549.

[2370] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 177, p. 110.

[2371] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 188, p. 120.

[2372] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 225, p. 146.

[2373] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 188, p. 120.

[2374] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1860), 25, p. 482.

[2375] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 225, p. 146.

[2376] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1860), 29, p. 486.

[2377] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 241, p. 155.

[2378] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 232, p. 150.

[2379] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1860), 34, p. 493.

[2380] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 244, p. 157.

[2381] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 269, p. 174.

[2382] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 269, p. 174.

[2383] Köln St Severin, 5, p. 8.

[2384] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 280, p. 183.

[2385] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 307, p. 203.

[2386] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 298, p. 195.

[2387] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 354, p. 242.

[2388] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 399, p. 276.

[2389] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 349, p. 237.

[2390] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 399, p. 276.

[2391] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 415, p. 286.

[2392] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 433, p. 302.

[2393] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 452, p. 318.

[2394] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1860), 92, p. 579.

[2395] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 459, p. 322.

[2396] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1860), 102, p. 594.

[2397] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1860), 108, p. 603.

[2398] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1860), 102, p. 594.

[2399] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 569, p. 399.

[2400] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch II, 201, p. 237.

[2401] Trier Diplomatica (Hontheim), Tome I, p. 646.

[2402] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch III, 33, p. 35.

[2403] Trier Diplomatica (Hontheim), Tome I, p. 646.

[2404] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch III, 33, p. 35.

[2405] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch III, 127, p. 118.

[2406] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch III, 805, p. 602.

[2407] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch II, 201, p. 237.

[2408] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch III, 33, p. 35.

[2409] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1863), 124, p. 129.

[2410] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1863), 166, p. 167.

[2411] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 270, p. 139.

[2412] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch III, 1118, p. 827.

[2413] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1863), 410, p. 428.

[2414] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1863), 410, p. 428.

[2415] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 270, p. 139.

[2416] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 414, p. 224.

[2417] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 1349, p. 614.

[2418] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 727, p. 426.

[2419] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 734, p. 434.

[2420] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 757, p. 447.

[2421] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 759, p. 448.

[2422] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, p. 448 footnote 1.

[2423] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 827, p. 490.

[2424] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 745, p. 441.

[2425] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 745, p. 441.

[2426] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1863), 486, p. 534.

[2427] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 1349, p. 614.

[2428] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 650, p. 380.

[2429] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 727, p. 426.

[2430] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 734, p. 434.

[2431] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 745, p. 441.

[2432] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 650, p. 380.

[2433] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 727, p. 426.

[2434] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 734, p. 434.

[2435] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 745, p. 441.

[2436] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 827, p. 490.

[2437] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, p. 448 footnote 1.

[2438] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 54.

[2439] Genealogia Comitum de Marka, p. 101.

[2440] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 1033, p. 606.

[2441] Reinach (1877), 395, p. 63.

[2442] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1860), 19, p. 473.

[2443] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1860), 19, p. 473.

[2444] Kindlinger, N. (1801) Geschichte der Familie und Herrschaft von Volmestein, Band II (Osnabrück) (“Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II”), 1 A, p. 1.

[2445] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, 1 B, p. 4.

[2446] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, III, p. 9.

[2447] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, p. 13.

[2448] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, 4 B, p. 16.

[2449] Kindlinger (1790), Band II, XXXII, p. 196.

[2450] Niesert (1827), Band II, L, p. 222.

[2451] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, 9 C, p. 50.

[2452] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 530, p. 370.

[2453] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 530, p. 370.

[2454] Kindlinger (1790), Band II, XXXV, p. 212.

[2455] Kindlinger (1790), Band II, XXXVIII, p. 239.

[2456] Kindlinger (1790), Band II, XXXII, p. 196.

[2457] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1863), 59, p. 72.

[2458] Kremer (1776), Band II, XXXIX, p. 253.

[2459] Kremer (1776), Band II, XL, p. 254.

[2460] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1863), 59, p. 72.

[2461] Kremer (1776), Band II, XXXIX, p. 253.

[2462] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 204, p. 106.

[2463] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 426, p. 230.

[2464] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1863), 514, p. 607.

[2465] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 426, p. 230.

[2466] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 426, p. 230.

[2467] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 426, p. 230.

[2468] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 464, p. 257.

[2469] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1863), 461, p. 485.

[2470] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 623, p. 367.

[2471] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 426, p. 230.

[2472] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1863), 461, p. 485.

[2473] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 426, p. 230.

[2474] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 426, p. 230.

[2475] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 426, p. 230.

[2476] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 426, p. 230.

[2477] Kremer (1776), Band II, XXXIX, p. 253.

[2478] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 31, p. 15.

[2479] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 464, p. 257.

[2480] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 465, p. 258.

[2481] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1863), 461, p. 485.

[2482] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1863), 470, p. 508.

[2483] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1863), 461, p. 485.

[2484] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1863), 461, p. 485.

[2485] Köln Quellen (Ennen), Band III (1867), 49, p. 36.

[2486] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 623, p. 367.

[2487] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 842, p. 499.

[2488] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 652, p. 371.

[2489] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1863), 461, p. 485.

[2490] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 8, extinct in the male line after 1425.

[2491] Aders (1977), 262, p. 80.

[2492] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 244, p. 199.

[2493] Aders (1977), 263, p. 80.

[2494] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 244, p. 199.

[2495] Aders (1977), 277, p. 85.

[2496] Aders (1977), 281, p. 87.

[2497] Aders (1977), 281, p. 87.

[2498] Aders (1977), 350, p. 111.

[2499] Aders (1977), 310, p. 98.

[2500] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 694, p. 598.

[2501] Aders (1977), 361, p. 115.

[2502] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 819, p. 718.

[2503] Hemricourt (1673), p. 103.

[2504] ES VI 16.

[2505] ES XVIII 16.

[2506] Schleidgen, W. R. (1986) Kleve-Mark Urkunden 1368-1394 (Respublica), Vol. 2, 298, p. 197.

[2507] Hemricourt, J. de & Jalheau, C. F. (1791) Miroir des nobles de Hesbaye (Liège), p. 67.

[2508] ES XVIII 47.

[2509] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 694, p. 598.

[2510] Aders (1977), 361, p. 115.

[2511] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 819, p. 718.

[2512] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 808, p. 165.

[2513] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 809, p. 165.

[2514] Aders (1977), 364, p. 116.

[2515] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 949, p. 836.

[2516] Schleidgen (1986), Vol. 2, 298, p. 197.

[2517] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 5, p. 49.

[2518] Aders (1977), 43, p. 18.

[2519] Aders (1977), 50, p. 20.

[2520] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 949, p. 836.

[2521] Aders (1977), 361, p. 115.

[2522] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 819, p. 718.

[2523] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 808, p. 165.

[2524] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 808, p. 165.

[2525] Aders (1977), 361, p. 115.

[2526] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 819, p. 718.

[2527] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 808, p. 165.

[2528] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 808, p. 165.

[2529] Schmidt-Kallenberg (1908) Archive des Kreises Coesfeld, 5, p. 49.

[2530] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 10.

[2531] Aders (1977), 43, p. 18.

[2532] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 780, p. 158.

[2533] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 808, p. 165.

[2534] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 808, p. 165.

[2535] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 808, p. 165.

[2536] Aders (1977), 262, p. 80.

[2537] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, pp. 5-6, citing “Prov. A. D.”.

[2538] Aders (1977), 262, p. 80.

[2539] Aders (1977), 263, p. 80.

[2540] Gudenus (1747), Tome II, LXXXIX, p. 1022.

[2541] Gudenus (1747), Tome II, XCVIII, p. 1032.

[2542] Gudenus (1747), Tome II, LXXXIX, p. 1022.

[2543] Gudenus (1747), Tome II, LXXXIX, p. 1022.

[2544] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, 1 A, p. 1.

[2545] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, 1 B, p. 4.

[2546] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, III, p. 9.

[2547] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, p. 13.

[2548] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, 4 B, p. 16.

[2549] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, 4 B, p. 16.

[2550] Kindlinger (1790), Band II, XXXII, p. 196.

[2551] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, 5 A, p. 21.

[2552] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, 5 B, p. 24.

[2553] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, 9 A, p. 43.

[2554] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, 9 C, p. 50.

[2555] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1863), 5, p. 6.

[2556] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, 5 B, p. 24.

[2557] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, 9 A, p. 43.

[2558] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1863), 5, p. 6.

[2559] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, 5 B, p. 24.

[2560] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, 9 C, p. 50.

[2561] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, 12, p. 81.

[2562] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, 17, p. 107.

[2563] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 122, p. 54.

[2564] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 151, p. 66.

[2565] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 161, p. 70.

[2566] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 289, p. 121.

[2567] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 433, p. 189.

[2568] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 435, p. 189.

[2569] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 592, p. 264.

[2570] Ernst (1847), Tome VI, CLXXIV, p. 236.

[2571] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 945, p. 427.

[2572] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 1325, p. 602.

[2573] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, 47, p. 200.

[2574] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 289, p. 121.

[2575] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 719, p. 317.

[2576] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 945, p. 427.

[2577] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 1243, p. 563.

[2578] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 1272, p. 573.

[2579] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 1325, p. 602.

[2580] Westfälisches Urkundenburch Band III (1871), 1224, p. 643.

[2581] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, 47, p. 200.

[2582] Fahne (1858), Band II, 106, p. 68.

[2583] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, 65, p. 267.

[2584] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 1325, p. 602.

[2585] Fahne (1858), Band II, 106, p. 68.

[2586] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 1325, p. 602.

[2587] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 1325, p. 602.

[2588] Fahne (1858), Band II, 106, p. 68.

[2589] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, 67, p. 272.

[2590] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, 66, p. 269.

[2591] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, 67, p. 272.

[2592] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, 66, p. 269.

[2593] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, 67, p. 272.

[2594] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, 66, p. 269.

[2595] ES VIII 93.

[2596] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, 66, p. 269.

[2597] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, 66, p. 269.

[2598] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, 67, p. 272.

[2599] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, 65, p. 267.

[2600] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 945, p. 427.

[2601] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 1325, p. 602.

[2602] Westfälisches Urkundenburch Band III (1871), 1224, p. 643.

[2603] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 945, p. 427.

[2604] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 945, p. 427.

[2605] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 945, p. 427.

[2606] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 945, p. 427.

[2607] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 1325, p. 602.

[2608] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 945, p. 427.

[2609] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 945, p. 427.

[2610] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 1325, p. 602.

[2611] Westfälisches Urkundenburch Band III (1871), 1224, p. 643.

[2612] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, 47, p. 200.

[2613] Westfälisches Urkundenburch Band III (1871), 1224, p. 643.

[2614] Westfälisches Urkundenburch Band IV, Zweite Abteilung (1880), 513, p. 313.

[2615] Kindlinger Volmestein (1801), Band II, 46, p. 199.

[2616] Westfälisches Urkundenburch Band IV, Zweite Abteilung (1880), 866, p. 450.

[2617] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 151, p. 66.

[2618] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 433, p. 189.

[2619] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 434, p. 189.

[2620] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 435, p. 189.

[2621] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 447, p. 194.

[2622] Westfälisches Urkundenburch Band III (1871), 423, p. 227.

[2623] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 161, p. 70.

[2624] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 434, p. 189.

[2625] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 435, p. 189.

[2626] Westfälisches Urkundenburch Band III (1871), 423, p. 227.

[2627] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 447, p. 194.

[2628] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 433, p. 189.

[2629] Westfälisches Urkundenburch Band III (1871), 423, p. 227.

[2630] Seibertz Urkundenbuch (1839), Band I, 60, p. 83.

[2631] Seibertz Urkundenbuch (1839), Band I, 67, p. 93.

[2632] Seibertz Urkundenbuch (1839), Band I, 84, p. 117.

[2633] Seibertz Urkundenbuch (1839), Band I, 54, p. 71.

[2634] Seibertz Urkundenbuch (1839), Band I, 57, p. 79.

[2635] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 26.

[2636] Westfaliæ Regesta, Band II, DLXXXIII, p. 262.

[2637] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 14, p. 9.

[2638] Westfälisches Urkundenburch Band III (1871), 62, p. 33.

[2639] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 415, p. 180.

[2640] Sloet, L. A. J. W. (ed.) (1872-76) Oorkondenboek der graafschappen Gelre en Zutfen, Tome II (The Hague), 635, p. 641.

[2641] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 37.

[2642] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1863), 514, p. 610.

[2643] Westfälisches Urkundenburch Band III (1871), 62, p. 33.

[2644] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1863), 514, p. 610.

[2645] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 34.

[2646] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 270, p. 114.

[2647] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 34.

[2648] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 415, p. 180.

[2649] Chronica Albrici Monachi Trium Fontium 1241, MGH SS XXIII, p. 949.

[2650] Sloet (1872-76), Tome II, 635, p. 641.

[2651] Sloet (1872-76), Tome II, 635, p. 641.

[2652] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 34.

[2653] Sloet (1872-76), Tome II, 635, p. 641.

[2654] Chronica Comitum de Marka, pp. 37-8.

[2655] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 352, p. 185.

[2656] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 369, p. 196.

[2657] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 831, p. 370.

[2658] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 508, p. 286.

[2659] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 38.

[2660] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 38.

[2661] Chronica Comitum de Marka, pp. 34, 37.

[2662] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 369, p. 196.

[2663] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 34.

[2664] Sloet (1872-76), Tome II, 635, p. 641.

[2665] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 831, p. 370.

[2666] Westfälisches Urkundenburch Band III (1871), 678, p. 355.

[2667] Westfälisches Urkundenburch Band III (1871), 117, p. 61.

[2668] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 270, p. 114.

[2669] Westfälisches Urkundenburch Band III (1871), 252, p. 138.

[2670] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 962, p. 436.

[2671] Chronica Comitum de Marka, pp. 34, 37.

[2672] Sloet (1872-76), Tome II, 635, p. 641.

[2673] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 369, p. 196.

[2674] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 831, p. 370.

[2675] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 178.8, p. 289.

[2676] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 508, p. 286.

[2677] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 38.

[2678] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 1201, p. 544.

[2679] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 1377, p. 628.

[2680] Kremer (1781), Band III, CXXXIII, p. 150.

[2681] Chronica Comitum de Marka, pp. 42, 44, 45.

[2682] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 369, p. 196.

[2683] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 38.

[2684] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 178.8, p. 289.

[2685] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 1130, p. 513.

[2686] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 40.

[2687] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 1377, p. 628.

[2688] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 1201, p. 544.

[2689] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 1377, p. 628.

[2690] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 651, p. 380.

[2691] Kremer (1781), Band III, CXXXIII, p. 150.

[2692] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 44.

[2693] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 988, p. 582.

[2694] Westfälisches Urkundenburch Band III (1871), 1681, p. 876.

[2695] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 63.

[2696] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 44.

[2697] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 651, p. 380.

[2698] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 50.

[2699] ES XVIII 16.

[2700] Chestret de Haneffe, J. de (1898) Histoire de la Maison de la Marck (Liège), p. 16, citing Manuscrits généalogiques, 1re partie, t. XIV, fol. 153.

[2701] Naveau, L. ‘Analyse du Recueil d’épitaphes des Le Fort’, Société des Bibliophiles Liégeois, Bulletin III, (Liège, 1886-87), 188, p. 241.

[2702] Trazegnies, O. de Renaud de Schönforst, L’incroyable épopée d’un chevalier-banquier au XIVe siècle (unpublished manuscript),, p. 25.

[2703] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 988, p. 582.

[2704] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 988, p. 582.

[2705] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 54.

[2706] Sauerland, Band II (1902), 1240, p. 56.

[2707] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 49.

[2708] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 988, p. 582.

[2709] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 54.

[2710] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 64.

[2711] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 83.

[2712] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 988, p. 582.

[2713] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 988, p. 582.

[2714] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 50.

[2715] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 988, p. 582.

[2716] Mieris (1754), Tweede deel, p. 179.

[2717] Sauerland, Band II (1902), 1832, p. 301.

[2718] Sauerland, Band II (1902), 2356, p. 559.

[2719] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 50.

[2720] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 988, p. 582.

[2721] Kurth, G. (1927) La chronique de Jean de Hocsem (Bruxelles), Cap. XXVII, p. 309, available at <https://orbi.uliege.be/handle/2268/90817> (21 Jul 2022).

[2722] Kremer (1769), Band I, p. 33, note (r).

[2723] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 428, p. 341.

[2724] Hemricourt (1673), p. 57.

[2725] Chestret de Haneffe (1898), pp. 20-1, citing Cours féodale de Liège, reg. 39, fol. 70v.

[2726] Lahaye, L. (ed.) (1888) Cartulaire de la commune de Walcourt (Namur) (“Walcourt (1888)”), 8, p. 18.

[2727] Schoonbroodt, J. G. (1875) Inventaire analytique et chronologique des archives de l’abbaye du Val-St-Lambert, Lez-Liège, Tome I (Liège), 557, p. 210.

[2728] Barbier, V. (1894) Histoire de l’abbaye de Malonne (Namur), Documents, 65, p. 356.

[2729] Orjo, T. d’ ‘Ermesinde de Walcourt, son sceau (1320) et sa famille’, Cercle Culturel et Historique de Rochefort, Cahier 47 (2013), pp. 215-21, communicated to the author by T. d’Orjo by email dated 16 Dec 2018.

[2730] Sauerland, Band II (1902), 2151, p. 457.

[2731] Walcourt (1888), 8, p. 18.

[2732] Sauerland (1905), Band III, 285, p. 115.

[2733] Hemricourt (1673), p. 57.

[2734] Hemricourt (1673), pp. 57, 223, 268-9.

[2735] Barbier (1894), Documents, 65, p. 356.

[2736] Hemricourt (1673), p. 57.

[2737] Chestret de Haneffe (1898), p. 24.

[2738] Naveau ‘Analyse du Recueil d’épitaphes des Le Fort’ (1886-87), 188, p. 241.

[2739] Hemricourt (1673), p. 22.

[2740] Galesloot, L. (1870) Inventaire des archives de la cour féodale de Brabant, Vol. I (Bruxelles), Registres dits Leenbrieven, Fol. 210v, p. 165.

[2741] Hemricourt (1673), p. 223.

[2742] Hemricourt (1673), pp. 57, 223, 268-9.

[2743] Borman, C. de & Poncelet, E. (1925) Œuvres de Jacques de Hemricourt (Brussels), Tome II, p. 242.

[2744] Hemricourt (1673), p. 56.

[2745] Fahne (1858), Band II, Nachtrag, 476, p. 343.

[2746] ES VI 16, ES VII 157, and ES XVIII 16.

[2747] Sauerland, Band III (1905), 138, p. 60.

[2748] Sauerland, Band III (1905), 164, p. 69.

[2749] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 1201, p. 544.

[2750] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 44.

[2751] Gudenus, V. F. de (1747) Codex Diplomaticus sive Anecdotorum, res moguntinas, francicas, trevirenses, colonienses, finitimarumque regionum (Goettingen), Tome II, CLXXXIV, p. 233.

[2752] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 44.

[2753] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 1201, p. 544.

[2754] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 44.

[2755] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 1201, p. 544.

[2756] Jungio, J. H. (1774) (Hannover) Historiæ antiquísima comitatus Benthemiensis, Codex diplomatum et documentorum variorum pro Historia Benthemiensi ("Codex diplomatum Benthemiensi"), XXXIX, p. 82.

[2757] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 40.

[2758] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 1377, p. 628.

[2759] Galesloot, L. (1865) Le Livre des Feudataires de Jean III Duc de Brabant (Bruxelles), p. 61.

[2760] Chestret de Haneffe, J. de ‘Histoire de la seigneurie impériale de Reckheim’, Publications de la Société Historique et Archéologique dans le Limbourg, Tome X (1873), p. 25, Pièces justificatives, 5, p. 78.

[2761] Chestret de Haneffe ‘Reckheim’ (1873), Pièces justificatives, 6, p. 79.

[2762] Daris, J. ‘Notice historique sur l’abbaye de Beaurepart à Liège’, Bulletin de l’Institut Archéologique Liégeois, Tome IX (Liège, 1868), III, Documents historiques, p. 368.

[2763] Chestret de Haneffe (1898), p. 13, citing Cours féodale de Liège, reg. 39, fol. 94v.

[2764] Raikem, J. J. & Polain, M. L. (1870) Coutumes du pays de Liège, Tome I (Bruxelles), De Hemricourt Li patron del temporaliteit, III, p. 273.

[2765] Hemricourt (1673), p. 103.

[2766] ES VI 16, and ES XVIII 16.

[2767] Hemricourt (1673), p. 103.

[2768] ES VI 16.

[2769] ES XVIII 16.

[2770] Schleidgen (1986), Vol. 2, 298, p. 197.

[2771] Hemricourt (1791), p. 67.

[2772] ES XVIII 47.

[2773] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 694, p. 598.

[2774] Hemricourt (1673), pp. 103, 143-4.

[2775] Hemricourt (1791), p. 191.

[2776] ES VI 16, and ES XVIII 16.

[2777] Loyens, J. G. (1720) Recueil héraldique des bourguemestres de la noble cité de Liège (Liège), p. 85.

[2778] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 40.

[2779] Gachard, M. ‘Les archives royales de Dusseldorf. Notice des documents qui concernent l’histoire de Belgique’, Compte Rendu des Séances de la Commission Royale d’Histoire ou Receuil de ses Bulletins, Série 4, Tome 9 (Bruxelles, 1881), III, E. ‘Les Berthout’, 32, p. 342.

[2780] Gachard ‘Archives de Dusseldorf’ (1881), III, E. ‘Les Berthout’, 33, p. 342.

[2781] Dithmar (1721), p. 230.

[2782] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 988, p. 582.

[2783] Westfälisches Urkundenburch Band III (1871), 1681, p. 876.

[2784] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 63.

[2785] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 119, p. 86.

[2786] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 73.

[2787] Reinach (1877), 395, p. 63.

[2788] ES XVIII 16.

[2789] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 54.

[2790] Genealogia Comitum de Marka, p. 101.

[2791] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, p. 448 footnote 1.

[2792] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 1033, p. 606.

[2793] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 119, p. 86.

[2794] Genealogia Comitum de Marka, p. 102.

[2795] Steinen, J. D. von (1755) Westphälische Geschichte (Lemgo), Theil 1, p. 176, footnote [b].

[2796] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 225, p. 189.

[2797] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 73.

[2798] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 86.

[2799] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 225, p. 189.

[2800] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 225, p. 189.

[2801] Nijhoff (1830), I, 378, p. 426.

[2802] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 78.

[2803] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 86.

[2804] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 846, p. 741.

[2805] Kindlinger (1801), Band II, 96, p. 369.

[2806] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 549, p. 458.

[2807] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 763, p. 656.

[2808] Sauerland, Band III (1905), 77, p. 86.

[2809] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 87.

[2810] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 846, p. 741.

[2811] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 87.

[2812] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 846, p. 741.

[2813] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 87.

[2814] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 396, p. 314.

[2815] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 707, p. 605.

[2816] Genealogia Comitum de Marka, p. 102.

[2817] Steinen (1755), Theil 1, p. 176, footnote [b].

[2818] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 70.

[2819] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 83.

[2820] Chronica Comitum de Marka, p. 70.

[2821] Steinen (1755), Theil 1, p. 176, footnote [b].

[2822] Hemricourt (1673), p. 67.

[2823] Hemricourt (1673), p. 67.

[2824] Chestret de Haneffe (1898), p. 97.

[2825] Chestret de Haneffe (1898), p. 97.

[2826] Chestret de Haneffe (1898), p. 97, citing for the 18 Nov 1409 source “Le Fort, t. XIV, fol. 166”.

[2827] Père Anselme, Tome VII, p. 166.

[2828] Steinen (1755), Theil 1, p. 176, footnote [b].

[2829] Steinen (1755), Theil 1, p. 176, footnote [b].

[2830] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 431, p. 343.

[2831] Steinen (1755), Theil 1, p. 176, footnote [b].

[2832] Steinen (1755), Theil 1, p. 176, footnote [b].

[2833] ES XVIII 16.

[2834] Steinen (1755), Theil 1, p. 176, footnote [b].

[2835] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 165, p. 103.

[2836] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 263, p. 170.

[2837] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 268, p. 173.

[2838] Köln St Severin, 5, p. 8.

[2839] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 277, p. 179.

[2840] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 263, p. 170.

[2841] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 268, p. 173.

[2842] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 277, p. 179.

[2843] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 280, p. 183.

[2844] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 286, p. 187.

[2845] Vita Lodewici comitis de Arnstein, Fontes rerum Germanicarum III, p. 328.

[2846] Becker, W. (ed.) (1881) Das Necrologium der vormaligen Prämonstratenser-Abtei Arnstein an der Lahn, Annalen des Vereins Nassauische Alterthumskunde und Geschichtsforschung, Band XVI (Wiesbaden) ("Arnstein an der Lahn Necrologium"), p. 134.

[2847] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 250, p. 161.

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[2850] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 322, p. 214.

[2851] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 621, p. 772.

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[2854] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 393, p. 272.

[2855] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 624, p. 774.

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[2858] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 531, p. 370.

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[2861] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 569, p. 399.

[2862] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 525, p. 366.

[2863] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 554, p. 385.

[2864] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 562, p. 392.

[2865] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 32, citing “Eltester 283” [not found].

[2866] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 39, p. 21.

[2867] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 32, citing “Aus den Annalen des Klosters”.

[2868] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 151, p. 80.

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[2870] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 222, p. 114.

[2871] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 32, citing “Steinen IV. 322” [not found].

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[2876] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 168, p. 87.

[2877] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 222, p. 114.

[2878] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch II, 96, p. 133.

[2879] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch II, 168, p. 211.

[2880] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch II, 96, p. 133.

[2881] Mötsch, J. (1989) Regesten des Archivs der Herrschaft Winneburg-Beilstein im Gesamtarchiv der Fürsten von Metternich im Staatlichen Zentralarchiv zu Prag, Vol. 2, p. 59. Google Books, snippet view.

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[2884] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 35.

[2885] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, p. 114, footnote 1, citing “aus dem Cartular der Abtei, f. 8 u. 9”.

[2886] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 273, p. 141.

[2887] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 342, p. 179.

[2888] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 528, p. 297.

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[2904] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 980, p. 577.

[2905] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 1027, p. 602.

[2906] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 1057, p. 621.

[2907] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 1, p. 1.

[2908] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 21, p. 14.

[2909] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 27, p. 20.

[2910] MGH SS rerum Germanicarum, Nova Series, Tomus VI, Levoldi de Northof Chronica Comium de Marka (Berlin, 1929) (“Levold von Northof (1929)), p. 59.

[2911] Levold von Northof (1929), p. 60.

[2912] Kisky (1915, 1985), Band IV, 299, p. 57.

[2913] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung II, p. 32, citing “Arch. Düsseldorf. Domstift 287”.

[2914] Korth (1892), Band I, p. 32.

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[2928] Joerres, P. (1893) Urkunden-Buch des Stiftes St. Gereon zu Köln (Bonn), 212, p. 224.

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[2934] Kisky (1915, 1985), Band IV, 636, p. 133.

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[2939] Fahne (1858), Band II, 109, p. 72.

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[2942] Annalen des Historischen Vereins für den Niederrhein, Zweiter Jahrgang (1856), Ersten Heftes, VI, 2), p. 175, citing Zeitschrift für vaterländische Geschichte und Alterthumskunde, Neue Folge 7. Band (Münster, 1856), Geschichtliche Nachrichten über di Ämter Bilstein, Waldenburg und Fredeburg, von Hüfer, pp. 65-125, 82.

[2943] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 247, p. 201.

[2944] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung II, p. 88.

[2945] ES XI 10.

[2946] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung II, p. 35.

[2947] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung II, p. 128, Druckfehler und Ergänzungen “S. 35 Z 37 v. u.”.

[2948] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 247, p. 201.

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[2950] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 285, p. 235.

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[2952] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung II, p. 33.

[2953] Kochendörffer ‘Urkundenregesten Salm-Reifferscheidt-Krautheim und Dyck’ (1914), 3, p. 110.

[2954] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 448, p. 360.

[2955] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 492, p. 395.

[2956] Aders (1977), 18, p. 11.

[2957] Korth (1892), Band I, p. 81.

[2958] Kochendörffer ‘Urkundenregesten Salm-Reifferscheidt-Krautheim und Dyck’ (1914), 7, p. 111.

[2959] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung II, p. 34.

[2960] Kochendörffer ‘Urkundenregesten Salm-Reifferscheidt-Krautheim und Dyck’ (1914), 9, p. 112.

[2961] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 285, p. 235.

[2962] Aders (1977), 302, p. 300.

[2963] Kochendörffer ‘Urkundenregesten Salm-Reifferscheidt-Krautheim und Dyck’ (1914), 8, p. 111.

[2964] Fahne (1858), Band II, 265, p. 177.

[2965] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 285, p. 235.

[2966] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 285, p. 235.

[2967] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 492, p. 395.

[2968] Korth (1892), Band I, p. 81.

[2969] Kochendörffer ‘Urkundenregesten Salm-Reifferscheidt-Krautheim und Dyck’ (1914), 7, p. 111.

[2970] ES XXIX 101.

[2971] ES XXIX 101.

[2972] Kochendörffer ‘Urkundenregesten Salm-Reifferscheidt-Krautheim und Dyck’ (1914), 9, p. 112.

[2973] Kochendörffer ‘Urkundenregesten Salm-Reifferscheidt-Krautheim und Dyck’ (1914), 19, p. 114.

[2974] Fahne (1858), Band II, 265, p. 177.

[2975] Kochendörffer ‘Urkundenregesten Salm-Reifferscheidt-Krautheim und Dyck’ (1914), 21, p. 114.

[2976] Kochendörffer ‘Urkundenregesten Salm-Reifferscheidt-Krautheim und Dyck’ (1914), 23, p. 115.

[2977] Fahne (1858), Band II, 265, p. 177.

[2978] Fahne (1858), Band II, 265, p. 177.

[2979] Kochendörffer ‘Urkundenregesten Salm-Reifferscheidt-Krautheim und Dyck’ (1914), 24, p. 115.

[2980] Aders (1977), 391, p. 123.

[2981] Kochendörffer ‘Urkundenregesten Salm-Reifferscheidt-Krautheim und Dyck’ (1914), 28, p. 116.

[2982] Fahne (1858), Band II, 332, p. 236.

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[3007] Kluth Die Herrschaft Helpenstein (website address above).

[3008] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 520, p. 293.

[3009] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 602, p. 353.

[3010] Kluth Die Herrschaft Helpenstein (website address above).

[3011] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 979, p. 577.

[3012] Kluth Die Herrschaft Helpenstein (website address above).

[3013] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 1052, p. 619.

[3014] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 39, p. 28.

[3015] Kluth Die Herrschaft Helpenstein (website address above).

[3016] Kluth Die Herrschaft Helpenstein (website address above).

[3017] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 1052, p. 619.

[3018] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 112, p. 81.

[3019] Kluth Die Herrschaft Helpenstein (website address above).

[3020] Kluth Die Herrschaft Helpenstein (website address above).

[3021] Kluth Die Herrschaft Helpenstein (website address above).

[3022] Kluth Die Herrschaft Helpenstein (website address above).

[3023] Kluth Die Herrschaft Helpenstein (website address above).

[3024] Kluth Die Herrschaft Helpenstein (website address above).

[3025] Archive in Nordrhein-Westfalen, Landesarchiv NRW Abteilung Rheinland, 1.2.4.23. Neuss, 10, summary (website address above).

[3026] Archive in Nordrhein-Westfalen, Landesarchiv NRW Abteilung Rheinland, 1.2.4.23. Neuss, 14, summary (website address above).

[3027] Kluth Die Herrschaft Helpenstein (website address above).

[3028] Kluth Die Herrschaft Helpenstein (website address above).

[3029] Ramackers, J. ‘Ein Güterverzeichnis der Herrschaft Helpenstein von 1320-1323’, Düsseldorfer Jahrbuch, Band 41 (1939), pp. 210-23 [not yet consulted].

[3030] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 244, p. 199.

[3031] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 273, p. 220.

[3032] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 285, p. 235.

[3033] Archive in Nordrhein-Westfalen, Landesarchiv NRW Abteilung Rheinland, 1.2.4.23. Neuss, 10, summary (website address above).

[3034] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 492, p. 395.

[3035] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 273, p. 220.

[3036] Archive in Nordrhein-Westfalen, Landesarchiv NRW Abteilung Rheinland, 1.2.4.23. Neuss, 10, summary (website address above).

[3037] Kluth Die Herrschaft Helpenstein (website address above).

[3038] Kluth Die Herrschaft Helpenstein (website address above).

[3039] Kluth Die Herrschaft Helpenstein (website address above).

[3040] Kluth Die Herrschaft Helpenstein (website address above).

[3041] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 244, p. 199.

[3042] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 273, p. 220.

[3043] Archive in Nordrhein-Westfalen, Historisches Archiv der Stadt Köln, Akt U 2/66, available at < https://www.archive.nrw.de/LAV_NRW/jsp/findbuch.jsp?archivNr=2&klassId=2&tektId=0&id=01567> (21 Aug 2020).

[3044] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 273, p. 220.

[3045] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 244, p. 199.

[3046] Kluth Die Herrschaft Helpenstein (website address above).

[3047] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 414, p. 285.

[3048] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 428, p. 298.

[3049] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 443, p. 309.

[3050] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 514, p. 360.

[3051] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 519, p. 363.

[3052] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 551, p. 384.

[3053] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 555, p. 387.

[3054] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 428, p. 298.

[3055] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 514, p. 360.

[3056] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 428, p. 298.

[3057] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 59, p. 37.

[3058] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 222, p. 114.

[3059] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 284, p. 148.

[3060] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 292, p. 151.

[3061] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 310, p. 161.

[3062] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 375, p. 198.

[3063] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 404, p. 217.

[3064] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 423, p. 228.

[3065] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 465, p. 258.

[3066] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 518, p. 292.

[3067] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 528, p. 297.

[3068] Hennes, J. H. (1861) Urkundenbuch des Deutschen Ordens (Mainz), Band I (1863), 167, p. 150.

[3069] Hennes (1861), Band II, 186, p. 163.

[3070] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 518, p. 292.

[3071] Hennes (1861), Band II, 167, p. 150.

[3072] Hennes (1861), Band II, 186, p. 163.

[3073] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 647, p. 378.

[3074] Hennes (1861), Band II, 167, p. 150.

[3075] Hennes (1861), Band II, 186, p. 163.

[3076] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 631, p. 371.

[3077] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 647, p. 378.

[3078] Fahne (1858), Band II, 88, p. 59.

[3079] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 902, p. 537.

[3080] Aders (1977), 1179, p. 296.

[3081] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 1064, p. 625.

[3082] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 647, p. 378.

[3083] Fahne (1858), Band II, 88, p. 59.

[3084] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 647, p. 378.

[3085] Fahne (1858), Band II, 88, p. 59.

[3086] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 647, p. 378.

[3087] Aders (1977), 1179, p. 296.

[3088] Fahne (1858), Band II, 97, p. 62.

[3089] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 19, p. 13.

[3090] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 80, p. 59.

[3091] Fahne (1858), Band II, p. 78.

[3092] Fahne (1858), Band II, 144, p. 93.

[3093] Sauerland, Band I (1902), 941, p. 429.

[3094] Fahne (1858), Band II, p. 78.

[3095] Fahne (1858), Band II, 144, p. 93.

[3096] Sauerland, Band I (1902), 941, p. 429.

[3097] Fahne (1858), Band II, p. 78.

[3098] Fahne (1858), Band II, 138, p. 90.

[3099] Fahne (1858), Band II, 144, p. 93.

[3100] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 429, p. 341.

[3101] Fahne (1858), Band II, p. 78.

[3102] Fahne (1858), Band II, 141, p. 92.

[3103] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 100.

[3104] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 349, p. 237.

[3105] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 351, p. 239.

[3106] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 364, p. 249.

[3107] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 446, p. 312.

[3108] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 100.

[3109] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 406, p. 279.

[3110] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 414, p. 285.

[3111] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 406, p. 279.

[3112] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 414, p. 285.

[3113] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 428, p. 298.

[3114] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 443, p. 309.

[3115] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 446, p. 312.

[3116] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 58, p. 32.

[3117] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 364, p. 249.

[3118] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 428, p. 298.

[3119] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 446, p. 312.

[3120] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 428, p. 298.

[3121] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 58, p. 32.

[3122] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 235, p. 123.

[3123] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 235, p. 123.

[3124] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 235, p. 123.

[3125] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 100, citing “D. P. A.”.

[3126] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 100, citing “D. P. A.”.

[3127] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 584, p. 342.

[3128] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 100, citing “D. P. A.”.

[3129] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 584, p. 342.

[3130] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 100, citing “D. P. A.”.

[3131] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 100, citing “D. P. A.”.

[3132] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 616, p. 364.

[3133] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 632, p. 371.

[3134] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 105.

[3135] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 105.

[3136] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 100, citing “D. P. A.”.

[3137] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 100, citing “Gelen. far.”.

[3138] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 100, citing “Gelen. far.”.

[3139] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 100, citing “Geld. L. R.”.

[3140] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 100, citing “Jung”.

[3141] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 100, citing “Geld. L. R.”.

[3142] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 100, citing “Jung”.

[3143] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 244, p. 199.

[3144] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 273, p. 220.

[3145] Archive in Nordrhein-Westfalen, Historisches Archiv der Stadt Köln, Akt U 2/66, available at < https://www.archive.nrw.de/LAV_NRW/jsp/findbuch.jsp?archivNr=2&klassId=2&tektId=0&id=01567> (21 Aug 2020).

[3146] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 105.

[3147] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 105.

[3148] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 536, p. 435.

[3149] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 654, p. 552.

[3150] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 105.

[3151] Fahne (1858), Band II, 309, p. 212.

[3152] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 105.

[3153] Fahne (1858), Band II, 309, p. 212.

[3154] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, pp. 4, 105.

[3155] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 110.

[3156] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abteiling 2, p. 100.

[3157] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 654, p. 552.

[3158] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 654, p. 552.

[3159] Annalen Niederrhein, Vol. XXIV (1872), Historisch-kritische Untersuchungen über die Grafen und Dynastengeschelchter am Niederrhein im elften und zwölften Jahrhundert, p. 203.

[3160] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 211, p. 137.

[3161] Vita Annonis Archiep. Coloniensis, 12, MGH SS XI, p. 502.

[3162] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 288, p. 188.

[3163] Ernst (1840), Tome V, p. 215, citing Hugo Annal. Præmonst., t. I, prob., p. DCXXX.

[3164] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 479, p. 338.

[3165] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 490, p. 346.

[3166] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 525, p. 366.

[3167] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 555, p. 387.

[3168] Historia Monasterii Rastedensis 23, MGH SS XXV, p. 505.

[3169] ES VII 42, and ES I.3 276.

[3170] Oldenburgisches Urkundenbuch (1926), Band II, 45, p. 18.

[3171] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 555, p. 387.

[3172] Sloet (1872), 422, p. 430.

[3173] Kremer (1776), Band II, XL, p. 254.

[3174] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 661, p. 800.

[3175] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 291, p. 151.

[3176] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 57, p. 31.

[3177] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 291, p. 151.

[3178] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 151, p. 80.

[3179] Kremer (1776), Band II, XL, p. 254.

[3180] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 661, p. 800.

[3181] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 316, p. 164.

[3182] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 457, p. 254.

[3183] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 545, p. 312.

[3184] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 151, p. 80.

[3185] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 979, p. 577.

[3186] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 979, p. 577.

[3187] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 979, p. 577.

[3188] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 102, p. 74.

[3189] ES VIII 103.

[3190] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 95, p. 70.

[3191] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 979, p. 577.

[3192] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 788, p. 465.

[3193] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 788, p. 465.

[3194] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 788, p. 465.

[3195] Kremer (1781), Band III, CXXXIII, p. 150.

[3196] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 979, p. 577.

[3197] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 520, p. 293.

[3198] Kremer (1776), Band II, XL, p. 254.

[3199] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 661, p. 800.

[3200] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 457, p. 254.

[3201] Kremer (1776), Band II, XL, p. 254.

[3202] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1863), 258, p. 260.

[3203] Kremer (1776), Band II, XL, p. 254.

[3204] Köln Quellen (Ennen & Eckertz), Band I (1863), 258, p. 260.

[3205] Bormans, S. (1895) Cartulaire de l´Eglise Saint-Lambert de Liège, Tome II ("Liège Saint-Lambert"), DCCXII, p. 307.

[3206] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 555, p. 387.

[3207] Van Den Bergh, L. P. C. (1866) Oorkondenboek van Holland en Zeeland, Eerste afdeeling, eerste deel (Amsterdam) ("Oorkondenboek Holland (1866)"), 346, p. 192.

[3208] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 457, p. 254.

[3209] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 244, p. 199.

[3210] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. I, 318, p. 372.

[3211] Beyer, H. (ed.) (1860) Urkundenbuch zur Geschichte der, jetzt die Preussischen Regierungsbezirke Coblenz und Trier bildenden Mittelrheinischen Territorien (Coblenz), Vol. I, (“Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch”), 339, p. 394.

[3212] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. I, 355, p. 412.

[3213] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. I, 391, p. 447.

[3214] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. I, 415, p. 475.

[3215] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. I, 425, p. 487.

[3216] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. I, 598, p. 655.

[3217] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 624, p. 774.

[3218] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 624, p. 774.

[3219] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil I, 217, p. 452.

[3220] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch, Vol. II, 122, p. 164.

[3221] Isenburg-Wied-Runkel (1775), Urkunden, III, 2.

[3222] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 24, p. 109.

[3223] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 69, p. 161.

[3224] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch III, 547, p. 423.

[3225] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch III, 634, p. 483.

[3226] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil I, 217, p. 452.

[3227] Isenburg-Wied-Runkel (1775), Urkunden, III, 2.

[3228] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 19, p. 99.

[3229] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 24, p. 109.

[3230] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch III, 547, p. 423.

[3231] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 19, p. 99.

[3232] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 24, p. 109.

[3233] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 19, p. 99.

[3234] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 24, p. 109.

[3235] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 24, p. 109.

[3236] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 48, p. 138.

[3237] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 69, p. 161.

[3238] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch III, 547, p. 423.

[3239] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch III, 634, p. 483.

[3240] Codex Diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 202, p. 319.

[3241] Codex diplomaticus Nassoicus, Band I, Part 1, 308, p. 225.

[3242] Codex Diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 202, p. 319.

[3243] Arnstein an der Lahn Necrologium, p. 159.

[3244] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch III, 547, p. 423.

[3245] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch III, 634, p. 483.

[3246] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch III, 634, p. 483.

[3247] Mittelrheinisches Urkundenbuch III, 697, p. 528.

[3248] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 270, p. 139.

[3249] Iwanski (1912), Beilage I, II, p. 52.

[3250] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 268, p. 409.

[3251] Kremer (1781), Band III, CXXXIII, p. 150.

[3252] Iwanski (1912), Beilage I, IV, p. 54 (extract only).

[3253] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 268, p. 409.

[3254] Iwanski (1912), Beilage I, II, p. 52.

[3255] Sauerland, Band I (1902), 14, p. 6.

[3256] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 64, p. 47.

[3257] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 268, p. 409.

[3258] Sauerland, Band I (1902), 368, p. 179.

[3259] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 806, p. 476.

[3260] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 796, p. 469.

[3261] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 1011, p. 594.

[3262] Nijhoff (1830), I, 66, p. 75.

[3263] Fahne (1866), Band I, Abtheilung I, p. 27.

[3264] Bert M. Kamp by email 21 Sep 2022.

[3265] Iwanski (1912), Beilage I, II, p. 52.

[3266] Codex diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus, Theil II, 268, p. 409.

[3267] Kremer (1781), Band III, CXXXIII, p. 150.

[3268] Goerz (1886) Mittelrheinische Regesten, IV Theil, 1329, p. 301.

[3269] Goerz (1886) Mittelrheinische Regesten, IV Theil, 1788, p. 401.

[3270] Iwanski (1912), Beilage I, V, p. 55.

[3271] Goerz (1886) Mittelrheinische Regesten, IV Theil, 2439, p. 545.

[3272] Iwanski (1912), Beilage I, VI, p. 55.

[3273] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 47, p. 34.

[3274] Goerz (1886) Mittelrheinische Regesten, IV Theil, 2439, p. 545.

[3275] Iwanski (1912), Beilage I, IX, p. 57.

[3276] ES VII 143 (not in ES VIII 36).

[3277] ES XXVII 148.

[3278] Möller, W. (1922) Stammtafeln Westdeutscher Adels-Geschlechter im Mittelalter (Darmstadt), Band I, Tafel XIV, with handwritten corrections by Möller himself (information provided by Bert M. Kamp, who owns a facsimile of the relevant page with corrections, by email to the author dated 30 May 2015).

[3279] Oidtman Sammlung Oidtman, “von Frenze (Edelherren)”, Mappe 454, p. 221. Information sent by Bert M. Kamp by email 15 Jul 2023.

[3280] Oidtman Sammlung Oidtman, “von Frenze (Edelherren)”, Mappe 454, p. 221, citing “Staats-A. Dssd, Jülich-Berg, Nr. 417”.

[3281] Bornheim gen. Schilling, W. ‘Zur Geschichte der Reifferscheidt und ihres Verwandschatskreises im 12. bis 13. Jahrhundert’, Annalen des historischen Vereins für den Niederrhein, Heft 155-156 (1954), pp. 112-13.

[3282] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 47, p. 34.

[3283] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 68, p. 50.

[3284] Isenburg-Wied-Runkel (1775), Urkunden, XCIX, 113.

[3285] Iwanski (1912), Beilage I, IX, p. 57.

[3286] Iwanski (1912), Beilage I, XI, p. 61.

[3287] Iwanski (1912), Beilage I, XIV, p. 65.

[3288] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 682, p. 126.

[3289] Isenburg-Wied-Runkel (1775), Urkunden, XCIX, 113.

[3290] Iwanski (1912), Beilage I, XIV, p. 65.

[3291] Iwanski (1912), Beilage I, XIV, p. 65, citing "Kop.2, Nr 24", explained in "Vorbemerkung", p. 1, as Coblenzer Staatsarchiv, manuscript copy "das mittlere Urkundenbuch 1192-1534, Hs. des 15 und 16 Jahrhdts (A I 33²)".

[3292] Lehmann, Westerburg (1866), Urkundenbuch Westerburg, 16, p. 126.

[3293] Isenburg-Wied-Runkel (1775), Urkunden, XCIX, 113.

[3294] Iwanski (1912), Beilage I, IX, p. 57.

[3295] Iwanski (1912), Beilage I, X, p. 60.

[3296] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 47, p. 34.

[3297] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 220, p. 187.

[3298] Iwanski (1912), Beilage I, XII, p. 64.

[3299] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 355, p. 279.

[3300] Sauerland, Band II (1902), 2381, p. 574.

[3301] Sauerland, Band III (1905), 8, p. 3.

[3302] Sauerland, Band III (1905), 829, p. 326.

[3303] Iwanski (1912), Beilage I, XXVI, p. 73.

[3304] Sauerland, Band III (1905), 357, p. 140.

[3305] Iwanski (1912), Beilage I, XXV, p. 72.

[3306] Sauerland, Band II (1902), 1675, p. 230.

[3307] Iwanski (1912), Beilage I, IX, p. 57.

[3308] Iwanski (1912), Beilage I, IX, p. 57.

[3309] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 682, p. 126.

[3310] Iwanski (1912), Beilage I, XXVI, p. 73.

[3311] Sauerland, Band II (1902), 1674, p. 229.

[3312] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 682, p. 126.

[3313] Iwanski (1912), Beilage I, XXVI, p. 73.

[3314] Iwanski (1912), Beilage I, XXXIII, p. 78.

[3315] Iwanski (1912), Beilage I, XXXIII, p. 78.

[3316] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 682, p. 126.

[3317] Iwanski (1912), Beilage I, XXVI, p. 73.

[3318] Sauerland, Band II (1902), 1316, p. 88.

[3319] Schannat, J. F., Bärsch, G. (1824) Eiflia illustrata, Band I, Abtheilung 1, Vol. 10 (Köln), Appendix XV. Stammtafel der alten Dynasten von Daun, [no page number, at 667/676 of the digitised copy downloaded from Google Books. .

[3320] Oidtman Sammlung Oidtman, “von Frenze (Edelherren)”, Mappe 454, p. 221, citing “Staats-A. Dssd, Jülich-Berg, Nr. 417”.

[3321] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 206, p. 174.

[3322] Günther, W. (1825) Codex Diplomaticus Rheno-Mosellanus (Coblenz) III Theil, II Abteilung, 583, p. 631, extract only in modern German translation.

[3323] Isenburg-Wied-Runkel (1775), Urkunden, XCIX, 113.

[3324] Iwanski (1912), Beilage I, IX, p. 57.

[3325] Isenburg-Wied-Runkel (1775), Urkunden, XCIX, 113.

[3326] Iwanski (1912), Beilage I, IX, p. 57.

[3327] Iwanski (1912), Beilage I, IX, p. 57.

[3328] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 682, p. 126.

[3329] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 64, p. 47.

[3330] Sauerland, Band I (1902), 290, p. 139.

[3331] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band III, 163, p. 122.

[3332] Lacomblet, T. J. (ed.) (1853) Urkundenbuch für die Geschichte des Niederrheins, Band III (Düsseldorf) ("Niederrheins Urkundenbuch"), 137, p. 102.

[3333] Gudenus (1751), Tome III, CCXXXVII, p. 326.

[3334] ES V 167.

[3335] Gudenus (1768), Tome V, CXVI, p. 885.

[3336] Gudenus (1768), Tome V, CXX, p. 891.

[3337] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 680, p. 814.

[3338] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band IV, 40, p. 40.

[3339] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 917, 918, pp. 208-9.

[3340] Frick (1933) Neuenahr, 901, p. 202.

[3341] Leo, H. (1865) Vorlesung über die Geschichte des deutschen Volkes und Reiches, Band IV (Halle), p. 862, no citation reference.

[3342] Vannérus ‘Esch-sur-la-Sûre’ (1908), p. 443.

[3343] Schannat & Bärsch (1854), Band III, Abtheilung 2, p. 345.

[3344] Milmeister (2003), p. 118, citing “Algemeen Rijksarchief. ND Nr. 1033”.

[3345] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band I, 319, p. 211.

[3346] Kremer (1776), Band II, XLII, p. 255.

[3347] Kremer (1776), Band II, XLII, p. 255.

[3348] Kremer (1776), Band II, XLII, p. 255.

[3349] Kremer (1776), Band II, XLII, p. 255.

[3350] Niederrheins Urkundenbuch, Band II, 559, p. 327.

[3351] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 1364, p. 621.

[3352] Westfälisches Urkundenburch, Band VII (1908), 1675, p. 766.