Francis Atterbury

English bishop and writer

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

Links & References

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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