Robert II of Taranto

Robert II of Taranto (1319 or early winter 1326 – 10 September 1364) was a member of the Angevin family. He held various titles, including Prince of Taranto, King of Albania, Prince of Achaea, and titular Latin Emperor.

Origins

Robert was the son of Philip I of Anjou-Taranto, Prince of Taranto, Despot of Epirus, and Prince of Achaia, and Catherine II of Valois-Courtenay, Empress holder of the Latin Empire of Constantinople. His mother was a member of the House of Valois, being the daughter of Charles of Valois and Empress Catherine I of Courtenay.

Biography

Robert succeeded his father in 1332, following the death of Philip I. At this time, he became Prince of Taranto and King of Albania, while his uncle John of Gravina succeeded him as Prince of Achaea. In 1343 or 1346, Robert was invested with the title of titular Latin Emperor.

Robert's reign lasted for over three decades, during which he held various positions:

* Prince of Taranto (1331–1346)
* King of Albania (1331–1364)
* Prince of Achaea (1332–1346)
* Titular Latin Emperor (1343 or 1346 – 1364)

Death

Robert died on September 10, 1364.