
leader in the French army, companion-in-arms of Joan of Arc, convicted serial killer of children
1405 — 1440
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leader in the French army, companion-in-arms of Joan of Arc, convicted serial killer of children
Born
January 1, 1405
Died
1440 (age ~35)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
military personnel, serial killer, rapist
1405
Born in Champtocé-sur-Loire (1405-01-01)
1440
Died in Nantes
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Gilles de Rais, Baron de Rais was a French knight and lord from Brittany, Anjou and Poitou, a leader in the French army during the Hundred Years' War, and a companion-in-arms of Joan of Arc. He remains chiefly known for his conviction on charges of the rape and murder of several children.
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Gilles de Rais, Baron de Rais was a French knight and lord from Brittany, Anjou and Poitou, a leader in the French army during the Hundred Years' War, and a companion-in-arms of Joan of Arc. He remains chiefly known for his conviction on charges of the rape and murder of several children.
The name Gilles means "A male given name from French.. Etymology: -, from an alteration of Aegīdius.". It is of French origin.
Gilles de Rais was born on January 1, 1405.
Gilles de Rais died in 1440, at approximately 35 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from French.. Etymology: -, from an alteration of Aegīdius.
The name Gilles is of French origin, meaning "A male given name from French.. Etymology: -, from an alteration of Aegīdius.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Gilles — January 1, 1405
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Rooster
Observant, hardworking, courageous
Wood · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
13 Akbal
Night — darkness, mystery, dreams
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
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