Aymer de Valence
Bishop of Winchester
Born
1222
804 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
England
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Served as Bishop of Winchester from 1240 until death in 1260. Played a key role in the administration of the church and acted as a royal advisor during a tumultuous period in English history. Focused on the rebuilding of the cathedral and was involved in legal matters pertaining to the church's domain.
Served as Bishop of Winchester from 1240
Participated in the governance of the church
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