Walter de Merton
Lord Chancellor and founder of Merton College
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None
None years ago
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Leaders & Politicians
Country
England
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Served as Lord Chancellor of England during the 13th century. Instrumental in the establishment of Merton College, Oxford, the first college in the university. His work in education contributed to the development of the collegiate system in England. Merton's involvement in legal reforms impacted the administration of justice during his tenure.
Founded Merton College, Oxford
Served as Lord Chancellor of England
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