Eustace of Fauconberg facts for kids

Eustace of Fauconberg was an important figure in medieval England. He served as the Bishop of London from 1221 to 1228. He also held a very powerful government job called the Lord High Treasurer.

Who Was Eustace of Fauconberg?

Eustace was born in England during the Middle Ages. His father was Walter de Fauconberg. Their family came from a place called Rise-in-Holderness, which is in the East Riding area of Yorkshire.

His Important Roles

Eustace held two major positions during his life:

• Lord High Treasurer: In 1217, Eustace became the Lord High Treasurer. This was a very important job in the government. The Treasurer was in charge of managing the king's money and the country's finances. He kept this job until he died.
• Bishop of London: Before becoming a bishop, Eustace was a "prebendary" of Holbourn. This meant he held a special position within the diocese of London. A diocese is an area managed by a bishop. On February 26, 1221, he was chosen to become the Bishop of London. He was officially "consecrated" (meaning made a bishop in a special ceremony) on April 25, 1221.

What Did a Bishop Do?

A bishop in medieval times was a very powerful church leader. They oversaw many churches and priests in their diocese. They also often advised the king and played a big role in society.

His Later Life and Death

Eustace of Fauconberg passed away in October 1228. His death happened sometime between October 24 and October 31 of that year. He was remembered with a special tomb memorial. This memorial was located in the "quire" (the part of the church where the choir sits) at Old St Paul's Cathedral in London.