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Encyclopedia > Janus I de Lusignan

Janus of Cyprus (died 1432) ruled Cyprus from 1398 to 1432. He succeeded to the throne upon the death of his father James I.


Following the battle of Chirokitia (July 7, 1426) against the Mamelukes, King Janus was captured by the Egyptians. After ten months of captivity, he was ransomed. During his captivity his brother Hugh de Lusignan, Archbishop of Nicosia, took charge of Cyprus.


Upon Janus's death, his son John succeeded to the throne.

Preceded by:
James I		 Kingdom of Armenia Followed by:
John II
Preceded by:
James I		 King of Cyprus Followed by:
John II

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Janus of Cyprus (died 1432) ruled Cyprus from 1398 to 1432.
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