John Kemp

Archbishop of Canterbury, diplomat

John Kemp - Archbishop of Canterbury, diplomat
Born

None
None years ago

Died

March 22nd, 1454
570 years ago — None years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

England

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Served as Archbishop of Canterbury from 1420 until death in 1454. Held a prominent position in the English Church during the tumultuous period of the Hundred Years' War. Actively engaged in diplomacy, including negotiations between England and France. Played a crucial role in the administration of the Church, especially in the areas of reform and governance.

Served as Chancellor of England twice

Acted as a mediator in the Anglo-French negotiations

Supervised the coronation of King Henry VI

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