Hugh the Chanter explained

Hugh Sottovagina (died c. 1140), often referred to as Hugh the Chanter or Hugh the Chantor, was a historian for York Minster during the 12th century and was probably an archdeacon during the time of his writing. He was the author of the Latin text known as the History of the Church of York.

References

• 48308. Janet . Burton. Hugh the Chanter [Hugh the Chantor, Hugh Sottovagina]. 23 September 2004.
• Book: List 8: Archdeacons, Introduction / without territorial title. Fasti Ecclesiae Anglicanae 1066-1300. 6: York. Diana E Greenway . London. 1999. 30–31. British History Online . 1 September 2021.
• Book: Hayward, Paul Antony. Hugh Sottewain. Encyclopedia of the Medieval Chronicle. Graeme Dunphy. Cristian Bratu. 10.1163/2213-2139_emc_SIM_01355. 2016.