Richer was bishop of Verdun from 1089 to 1107.[1][2] Godfrey of Bouillon, Duke of Lower Lorraine, who decided to join the First Crusade ceded the County of Verdun to Richer in 1095.[3] Richer soon granted the county to Godfrey's brother, Baldwin, but Baldwin also joined the crusade.[3]
Richer | |
|---|---|
| Appointed | 1089 |
| Installed | 1089 |
| Term ended | 1107 |
| Personal details | |
| Nationality | French |
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