About Richard of Vaucelles
Lived 1129 – 1169 (aged 39). Richard of Vaucelles was a French monk.
Richard of Vaucelles was an English Cistercian monk, who was appointed by St. Bernard as the second abbot of the Vaucelles Abbey, France. He is recognised as a saint with the feast day of 28 January.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Richard of Vaucelles?
English-French abbot and saint
When was Richard of Vaucelles born?
Richard of Vaucelles was born on 28 July 1129 in England.
When did Richard of Vaucelles die?
Richard of Vaucelles died on 28 January 1169 in Cambrai.
What was Richard of Vaucelles's occupation?
Richard of Vaucelles was a monk.
What nationality was Richard of Vaucelles?
Richard of Vaucelles was French.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Richard of Vaucelles
· DBpedia: Richard of Vaucelles
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Richard of Vaucelles. https://biography.guide/richard-of-vaucelles/
MLA: "Richard of Vaucelles." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/richard-of-vaucelles/.
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