Richard de Wentworth facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Richard de Wentworth |
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| Bishop of London | |
| Elected | 4 May 1338 |
| Reign ended | 8 December 1339 |
| Predecessor | Stephen Gravesend |
| Successor | Ralph Stratford |
| Orders | |
| Consecration | 12 July 1338 |
| Personal details | |
| Died | 8 December 1339 |
| Denomination | Catholic |
Richard de Wentworth was a medieval Bishop of London.
Wentworth was a canon of St. Paul's when he was named Lord Privy Seal on 25 March 1337, holding that office until early July 1338.
Wentworth was elected bishop on 4 May 1338 and consecrated on 12 July 1338.
Wentworth was named Lord Chancellor of England on 6 July 1338 and held that office until his death.
Wentworth died on 8 December 1339.
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