Henry Compton

English bishop and ecclesiastical leader

Henry Compton - Leaders & Politicians born 1632
Born

1632
394 years ago

Died
Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

England

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Served as the Bishop of London from 1675 until death. Contributed to the rebuilding of St. Paul's Cathedral after the Great Fire of London. Promoted the development of the Church of England and supported the spread of Anglicanism. Played a significant role in various ecclesiastical matters during a period of religious turmoil in England.

Rebuilt St. Paul's Cathedral

Bishop of London from 1675

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