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Aldric of Le Mans

Aldric of Le Mans

Saint
January 7 · 800–856

Aldric of Le Mans (800 — 856, Le Mans) — Saint, bishop. Feast day: 7 January.

Middle AgesFranceBishops and patriarchs
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Aldric of Le Mans was a 9th-century bishop born into a noble family of Saxon and Bavarian descent. After serving in the court of Charlemagne, he became a priest in Metz before returning to the service of Louis the Pious as his chaplain. He later served as the Bishop of Le Mans for twenty-four years, during which he was noted for his piety and his practical efforts to support the poor and improve his diocese.

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