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Ralph Ergham

d. 1400

Bishop of Salisbury; Bishop of Bath and Wells

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About Ralph Ergham

Ralph Ergham was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.

Ralph Ergham (or Erghum; died April 10,1400) was the English bishop of Salisbury from 1375 to 1388, and then bishop of Bath and Wells from 1388 to 1400.

Ergham was Chancellor of John of Gaunt, Duke of Lancaster from 1373 to 1377. On 12 October 1375 he was selected to be Bishop of Salisbury, and was consecrated on 9 December. On 3 April 1388, he was transferred to the see of Bath and Wells. Ergham was also a member of King Richard II's first council, representing John of Gaunt's interests. He died on 10 April 1400.

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Important facts

Positions held
Roman Catholic Bishop of Bath and Wells, Roman Catholic bishop of Salisbury
Also known as
Ralph Erghum

Frequently asked questions

Who was Ralph Ergham?

Bishop of Salisbury; Bishop of Bath and Wells

When did Ralph Ergham die?

Ralph Ergham died on 10 April 1400.

What was Ralph Ergham's occupation?

Ralph Ergham was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ralph Ergham

· Wikidata: Q7287463

· DBpedia: Ralph Ergham

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