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James II of Aragon

1267–1327 · 14th century · Also known as James the Just

James II of Aragon, called the Just, was King of Aragon from 1291 and earlier King of Sicily. In 1297 Pope Boniface VIII granted him the new Kingdom of Sardinia and Corsica, and his son Alfonso conquered the Pisan parts of Sardinia in 1323 and 1324. His reign extended the Crown of Aragon's power across the western Mediterranean.

James II of Aragon
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