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Henry Sever

d. 1471

Devine, educational administrator

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About Henry Sever

Henry Sever was an almoner and chaplain.

Henry Sever DD (died 1471) was an English medieval divine and educational administrator.

Sever became the senior proctor at Merton College, Oxford in 1427. Sever was the chaplain and almoner of King Henry VI. He was also the first Provost (head school governor) of Eton College, from 1440 to 1442. He was the Chancellor of Oxford University during 1442–3. He became Prebendary (1445) and then Chancellor (1449) of St Paul's Cathedral in London.

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Important facts

Died
1471
Occupation
Almoner, chaplain

Frequently asked questions

Who was Henry Sever?

Devine, educational administrator

When did Henry Sever die?

Henry Sever died in 1471.

What was Henry Sever's occupation?

Henry Sever was an almoner and chaplain.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Henry Sever

· Wikidata: Q5728203

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