Randall Davidson

Scottish Archbishop, 1st Archbishop of Canterbury

Randall Davidson - Scottish Archbishop, 1st Archbishop of Canterbury
Born

April 7th, 1848
176 years ago

Died

May 25th, 1930
94 years ago — 82 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United Kingdom

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Ordained as a bishop in 1880, served as the Bishop of Rochester before becoming the first Archbishop of Canterbury in 1903. Held a prominent role in the Church of England during a time of social change and events leading up to World War I. Oversaw church administration and contributed to theological discussions, including issues of church unity.

Served as Bishop of Rochester

First Archbishop of Canterbury after the Anglican Church's restructuring

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