John II, Count of Nevers

John II, Count of Nevers (known as Jean de Clamecy, prior to acquiring title of 'Count of Nevers')(1415-1491)

He was the son of Philip II, Count of Nevers by his wife Bonna of Artois, daughter of Philip of Artois, Count of Eu. From 1442 to 1465 he was Count of Etampes. John's elder brother was also his predecessor in his titles, Charles I, Count of Nevers (1414-64). Upon Charles' death in 1464, he having no legitimate children, his titles passed to John. In 1472, his uncle Charles of Artois, Count of Eu died, and having no legitimate children, his title also passed to John.

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Preceded by space	Count of Etampes 1442–1465	Succeeded by space
Preceded by Charles I	Count of Nevers 1464–1491	Succeeded by Engelbert, Count of Nevers
Preceded by Charles I	Count of Rethel 1464–1491	Succeeded by Charlotte
Preceded by Charles of Artois	Count of Eu 1472–1491	Succeeded by Engelbert, Count of Nevers