Early Life
Giles was the second son of William de Braose, 4th Lord of Bramber. His father was a landholder on the Welsh Marches, who gained the favour of King John of England in the early years of John's reign. Giles' mother was Maud of St Valery. His education and early career are unknown, but he was likely born soon after 1170.
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