Bertechramnus

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Betechramnus or Bertram of Le Mans was one of the wealthiest bishops of 6th century Gaul. He was bishop from 587 until 623.

At the time of his death his will listed a private holding of over 3,000 square kilometres of land.[1] By the end of his time as bishop there were 18 churches in Le Mans.[2]

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  1. ^ Brwon, Peter. The Rise of Western Christendom. p. 157
  2. ^ Brown. Western Christendom. p. 158