Francis Atterbury
English bishop and writer
Born
March 6th, 1663
362 years ago
Died
February 22nd, 1732
293 years ago — 68 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
England
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Served as the Bishop of Rochester and later as the Bishop of Canterbury. Contributed to religious debates during early 18th century England. Engaged in political and theological controversies, particularly in opposition to the Church of England's establishment. Exiled for political reasons after supporting the Jacobite cause. Wrote extensively on religious and political topics, with works including sermons and letters.
Served as Bishop of Rochester
Wrote against the establishment
Supported the Jacobite cause
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