Æthelbert of York
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Æthelbert[lower-alpha 1] (died 8 November 780) was an eighth-century scholar, teacher, and Archbishop of York. Related to his predecessor at York, he became a monk at an early age and was in charge of the cathedral's library and school before becoming archbishop. He taught a number of missionaries and scholars, including Alcuin, at the school. While archbishop, Æthelbert sent missionaries to the Continent. Æthelbert retired before his death, and during his retirement consecrated another church in York.
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Æthelbert | |
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Archbishop of York | |
Appointed | 766 |
Term ended | 8 November 780 |
Predecessor | Ecgbert |
Successor | Eanbald I |
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Consecration | 24 April 767 |
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Died | 8 November 780 |
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