Lancelot Blackburne
Archbishop of York
Born
December 10th, 1658
366 years ago
Died
1743
282 years ago — 85 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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Served as the Archbishop of York from 1724 until death in 1743. Provided significant leadership within the Church of England and was active in ecclesiastical governance. Participated in various synods and councils, influencing church policies and practices. Contributed to the construction and improvement of church buildings during tenure. Held a prominent position in the religious landscape of England during the early 18th century.
Served as Archbishop of York from 1724 to 1743
Influenced ecclesiastical governance and policies
Contributed to church construction projects
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