People Who Died in 1326
Walter de Stapledon
Bishop and Lord High Treasurer of England
Born
February 1st, 1261 764 years ago
Died
1326 699 years ago — 65 years old
Walter de Stapledon served as an English bishop and political figure during the 14th century. Ascending to the position of Bishop of Exeter, he played a significant role in ecclesiastical and political affairs. As Lord High Treasurer, management of the royal finances was a primary responsibility, influencing the economic policies of the period. Stapledon also contributed to various educational institutions, including support for Oxford University. His tenure was marked by efforts to maintain stability amidst the turbulence of the time, characterized by conflicts and shifts in power.
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