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Ælfweard

d. 1044

Bishop of London

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About Ælfweard

Ælfweard was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.

Ælfweard (died 1044) was a medieval Bishop of London.

A monk from Ramsey Abbey in Huntingdonshire who became the Abbot of Evesham in 1014, Ælfweard became Bishop of London but retained Evesham. He was consecrated in 1035,

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Important facts

Positions held
Roman Catholic Bishop of London, Abbot of Evesham
Also known as
Elfweard

Frequently asked questions

Who was Ælfweard?

bishop of London

When did Ælfweard die?

Ælfweard died on 25 July 1044.

What was Ælfweard's occupation?

Ælfweard was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ælfweard

· Wikidata: Q8077322

· DBpedia: Ælfweard of London

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