George Smalridge
English bishop and theologian
Born
May 18th, 1662
363 years ago
Died
September 27th, 1719
305 years ago — 57 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
England
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Served as the Bishop of Bristol from 1714 until death in 1719. Contributed to the fields of theology and religious discourse during the early 18th century. Promoted the principles of the Church of England and engaged in various religious writings. His work influenced the theological landscape of his time and laid groundwork for future church governance.
Became Bishop of Bristol in 1714
Authored several theological works
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