About Hugh the Chanter
Hugh the Chanter was a historian.
Hugh Sottovagina (died c. 1140), often referred to as Hugh the Chanter or Hugh the Chantor, was a historian for York Minster during the 12th century and was probably an archdeacon during the time of his writing. He was the author of the Latin text known as the History of the Church of York.
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Who was Hugh the Chanter?
English writer
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Hugh the Chanter died in 1140.
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Hugh the Chanter was a historian.
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