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Ascelin

1100 – 1148

Bishop of Rochester; Prior of Dover Priory

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About Ascelin

Lived 1100 – 1148. Ascelin was a catholic bishop and catholic priest.

Ascelin (or Anselm) was a medieval Bishop of Rochester.

Ascelin was prior of Dover Priory in Kent before being selected as bishop. He was consecrated in 1142. He died on 24 January 1148.

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Important facts

Born
1100
Birth century
Positions held
Roman Catholic Bishop of Rochester (England), Diocesan bishop
Also known as
Anselm

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Ascelin's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Ascelin?

Bishop of Rochester; Prior of Dover Priory

When was Ascelin born?

Ascelin was born in 1100.

When did Ascelin die?

Ascelin died on 24 January 1148.

What was Ascelin's occupation?

Ascelin was a catholic bishop and catholic priest.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ascelin

· Wikidata: Q721670

· DBpedia: Ascelin (bishop)

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