James II of Cyprus

MedievalEmperorCyprus1438 — 1473

Bastard who seized the Cypriot throne.

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Quick Facts

Born

1438

Died

1473

Country

Cyprus

Era

Medieval

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)30

Political (20%)40

Influence (20%)61

Legacy (20%)49

Leadership (15%)34

Strategy (15%)32

Total Score42.9

James II of Cyprus — Complete Timeline

1460 AD

Seizure of the Cypriot thronePolitical Action◆ Major

James, the illegitimate son of King John II of Cyprus, seized the throne from his half-sister Queen Charlotte. He captured the royal palace in Nicosia and forced Charlotte into exile, establishing himself as King James II.

CoupSuccession Crisis

Impact: nationaldestructive

1472 AD

Marriage to Catherine CornaroPolitical Action◆ Major

James II married Catherine Cornaro, a Venetian noblewoman, in a political alliance with Venice. The marriage secured Venetian support for his rule and brought Cyprus closer to the Venetian sphere of influence.

DiplomacyAlliance

Impact: regional

1473 AD

Death and succession crisisOther◆ Major

James II died suddenly, possibly poisoned, leaving his pregnant wife Catherine Cornaro as regent. His posthumous son James III died in infancy, leading to Catherine's direct rule and eventual cession of Cyprus to Venice.

DeathSuccession

Impact: nationaltragic