Roger of Worcester
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Roger of Worcester (c. 1134 ā 9 August 1179) was Bishop of Worcester from 1163 to 1179. He had a role in the controversy between Henry II of England, who was Roger's cousin, and Archbishop Thomas Becket.[1]
Quick Facts Appointed, Term ended ...
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Bishop of Worcester | |
Appointed | 1163 |
Term ended | 9 or 10 August 1179 |
Predecessor | Alured |
Successor | Baldwin |
Orders | |
Ordination | 23 August 1163 |
Consecration | 23 August 1163 by Thomas Becket |
Personal details | |
Born | c. 1134 |
Died | 9 or 10 August 1179 Tours |
Denomination | Catholic |
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