About Ralph of Shrewsbury
Ralph of Shrewsbury was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.
Ralph of ShrewsburyOr Radulphus de Salopia or Ralph de Salopia or Ralf of Shrewsburie;
Life From 1328 to 1329, Ralph was Chancellor of the University of Oxford.
On 2 June 1329 Ralph was elected Bishop of Bath and Wells and consecrated on 3 September 1329. He died on 14 August 1363.
Ralph founded Vicars Close.
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Who was Ralph of Shrewsbury?
English bishop and university chancellor
When did Ralph of Shrewsbury die?
Ralph of Shrewsbury died on 14 August 1363.
What was Ralph of Shrewsbury's occupation?
Ralph of Shrewsbury was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.
Sources & further reading
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