Giraldus Cambrensis

Politician, Author

1146 – 1223

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Who was Giraldus Cambrensis?

Gerald of Wales, was archdeacon of Brecon and chronicler of his times. Born ca. 1146 at Manorbier Castle in Pembrokeshire, Wales, he was of mixed Norman and Welsh descent; he is also known as Gerald de Barri.

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Born
1146
Manorbier Castle
Also known as
  • Gerallt Gymro
  • Gerald of Wales
  • Giraldus
Profession
Died
1223
Hereford

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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