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Heca

d. 1057

Bishop of Selsey

Catholic priest Catholic bishop
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About Heca

Heca was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.

Hecca (or Heca; died 1057) was an Anglo-Saxon Bishop of Selsey. According to the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle, Hecca was chaplain to Edward the Confessor and became bishop when Grimketel died in 1047. He was an Englishman, and a royal clerk. He died in 1057.

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Important facts

Died
1057
Occupation
Catholic priest, Catholic bishop
Positions held
Bishop of Selsey

Frequently asked questions

Who was Heca?

Bishop of Selsey

When did Heca die?

Heca died in 1057.

What was Heca's occupation?

Heca was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Heca

· Wikidata: Q5696134

· DBpedia: Heca

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