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Philip was a gallant and energetic soldier. In 1383 , he captured the town of Bourbourg from the English. He went on a pilgrimage to the Holy Land , and was imprisoned there by the Sultan Of Egypt , being released through the mediation of Jean Boucicaut and the Venetians . In 1390 , he joined the unsuccessful expedition of Louis II, Duke Of Bourbon against Mahdia . In 1392 , he was created Constable Of France . On January 27 , 1393 , he married Marie ( 1367 – 1434 ), daughter of John, Duke Of Berry . They had four children:
As a prominent Crusader, he was one of the French contingent sent to take part in the Battle Of Nicopolis . He was captured in the battle, and subsequently died in captivity. |