Viscount of Béziers

The Viscount of Béziers was a noble title in medieval France, specifically associated with the region of Béziers in the Languedoc area. The viscount was a ranked noble who governed a territory on behalf of a higher lord, often with feudal responsibilities. This title became significant during the Crusades and the Albigensian Crusade, reflecting the political and religious turmoil of the time. The viscount would have been involved in administration, military leadership, and local justice, playing a crucial role in the feudal system that shaped medieval society.