Ordgar, Earldorman of Devonshire

Other Events and Attributes:

• Religion: 961, Tavistock Abbey, Tavistock, Devonshire, England; He founded Tavistock Abbey in 961.
• Charter/Grant/Gift: Between 962 and 970; His name appears as a witness on charters of King Edgar.
• Title(s): 964; In 964 Ordgar was created an Ealdorman by King Edgar.
• Last Full Review: 19 May 2020

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According to William of Malmesbury, he was buried with his son at Tavistock, but according to Florence of Worcester, he was buried at Exeter.

Ordgar married Wulfrith on yes date unknown. Wulfrith was buried before 981 in Tavistock Abbey, Tavistock, Devonshire, England. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

1. Ælfthryth was born in 945 in Devonshire, England; died about 1000 in England.