Bishop of Bayeux
Odo became Bishop of Bayeux through the patronage of his half-brother William, Duke of Normandy.
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1050 in France
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Historical records for France in 1050
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Burial
Buried at the Abbey of Grestain founded by Herluin near the Seine
Construction of Bayeux Cathedral
Odo continued construction of the large Romanesque cathedral begun under Hugh d'Ivry.
Death of Herleva
Death of Herleva
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