William of Namur's position in the hundred years war was clear. He was a grandson of Guy de Dampierre, count of Flanders and enemy of the king of France. Therefore, he supported the English claims on the French throne. As fourth son, he had little hope of inheriting, but his three older brothers, John, Guy and Philippe died early, making him count of Namur when he was 13 years old and a veteran of battles in the hundred years war. He pursued his military career afterwards, becoming a respected knight in the English army. Nevertheless, Namur remained at peace and its power grew to the extent that it became independent of Hainaut/Henegouwen and directly dependent on the emperor. 16.2 mm 0.66g Roberts 8216