Hugh de Kevelioc

5th Earl of Chester, Welsh politician

Hugh de Kevelioc - 5th Earl of Chester, Welsh politician
Born

1147
878 years ago

Died

June 30th, 1181
843 years ago — 34 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Wales

Links & References

Served as the 5th Earl of Chester, holding significant political influence during the 12th century. Actively participated in the governance of the region and contributed to the administration of justice. Engaged in various military campaigns and alliances that shaped the political landscape of Wales and England. Represented the interests of the Chester community and navigated the challenges of noble power dynamics. Closely associated with the powerful Norman nobility and maintained relationships with the monarchy of the time.

Earl of Chester from 1153 to 1181

Participated in the governance of Wales

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