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William Gainsborough

d. 1307

Bishop of Worcester

Catholic bishop Catholic priest Theologian

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About William Gainsborough

William Gainsborough was a catholic bishop, catholic priest, theologian and bishop.

William Gainsborough was a medieval Bishop of Worcester. He was nominated on 22 October 1302 and consecrated on 28 October 1302. He died on 17 September 1307.

He was a Franciscan and had been Minister Provincial (head of the order) in England from 1285 to 1292

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Important facts

Died

17 September 1307

Occupation

Catholic bishop, Catholic priest, theologian, bishop

Positions held

Roman Catholic bishop of Worcester (England)

Also known as

Walter Gainsborough

Frequently asked questions

Who was William Gainsborough?

Bishop of Worcester

When did William Gainsborough die?

William Gainsborough died on 17 September 1307.

What was William Gainsborough's occupation?

William Gainsborough was a catholic bishop, catholic priest, theologian and bishop.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William Gainsborough

· Wikidata: Q8009623

· DBpedia: William Gainsborough

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