Robert Hacomblen facts for kids

Robert Hacomblen (born around 1455 or 1456 in London, died 1528 in Cambridge) was an important leader at King's College, Cambridge. He served as the "provost," which is like being the head or principal of the college.

Robert Hacomblen's Life and Work

Robert Hacomblen went to school at Eton College. In 1472, he became a student at King's College, Cambridge. He later took on important roles there.

In 1483, he worked as a "proctor." This was a university official who helped keep order and manage things. Later, in 1492, he became a vicar in a place called Prescot.

He earned his D.D. degree in 1507. This means he became a Doctor of Divinity, a very high academic honor. In 1509, he was chosen to be the provost of King's College. He led the college for 19 years.

Contributions to King's College Chapel

As provost, Robert Hacomblen helped with a big project in 1526. This project was to fill the windows of King's College Chapel with beautiful stained glass. These windows are still famous today.

He also gave a special brass lectern to the chapel. A lectern is a stand used to hold books, often for reading aloud. This lectern is still used in the chapel and has his name on it.

Robert Hacomblen was buried in the chapel, in a small area called a chantry. This was done according to his wishes in his will. His memorial brass shows him in his academic robes. It also has a message asking for Christ's healing.

His Learning and Music

Robert Hacomblen was a very learned person for his time. He was good at many things, including music. He likely wrote a musical piece called Salve Regina. This piece was for Eton Chapel around 1500. It is found in a famous collection called the Eton Choirbook.

He also wrote detailed notes on some of the books of Aristotle's Ethics. These notes are still kept in manuscript form in his college's library.