About John Wakering
John Wakering was a catholic priest, judge and catholic bishop.
John Wakering (or Wakeryng; died 9 April 1425) was a medieval Bishop of Norwich.
Wakering was appointed Archdeacon of Canterbury from 1408, resigning in 1415.
Wakering was named Lord Privy Seal in June 1415 and dismissed from that office in July 1416.
Wakering was elected Bishop of Norwich about 24 November 1415 and was consecrated on 31 May 1416. He died on 9 April 1425.
His executors are named in 1433.
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Who was John Wakering?
Bishop of Norwich; Lord Privy Seal
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John Wakering died on 9 April 1425.
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John Wakering was a catholic priest, judge and catholic bishop.
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