About Waleran
Lived 1150 – 1184 (aged 33–34). Waleran was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.
Waleran was a medieval Bishop of Rochester.
Waleran was archdeacon of the diocese of Bayeux and a clerk serving Richard of Dover, Archbishop of Canterbury.
Waleran was elected on 9 October or 10 October 1182 and was ordained a priest on 18 December 1182. He was consecrated on 19 December 1182.
Waleran died on 29 August 1184.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Waleran?
Bishop of Rochester; Archdeacon of Bayeaux
When was Waleran born?
Waleran was born in 1150.
When did Waleran die?
Waleran died on 29 August 1184.
What was Waleran's occupation?
Waleran was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Waleran (bishop of Rochester)
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