About Henry de Abergavenny
Henry de Abergavenny was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.
Henry de Abergavenny (died 1218) was Prior of Abergavenny and Bishop of Llandaff, both in South Wales.
Henry was a Benedictine monk who became Prior of Abergavenny, before succeeding to the diocese of Llandaff which had been vacant for two years. Henry organised the Cathedral chapter at Llandaff, appointing fourteen prebends Henry died on 12 November 1218 and was succeeded by William de Goldcliff. Henry was buried in the Llandaff Cathedral; his gravestone is said to be on the half-pace before the altar rails.
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Who was Henry de Abergavenny?
Bishop of Llandaff
When did Henry de Abergavenny die?
Henry de Abergavenny died on 12 November 1218.
What was Henry de Abergavenny's occupation?
Henry de Abergavenny was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.
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