Rev. Aeneas Francon Williams

Church Minister, Missionary, Writer

Rev. Aeneas Francon Williams - Church Minister, Missionary, Writer
Born

1886
139 years ago

Died

December 9th, 1971
53 years ago — 85 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

United Kingdom

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Served as a Church of Scotland minister and dedicated time to missionary work in India and China. Contributed to literature and poetry, addressing themes of faith and social justice. Advocated for the needs of local communities and engaged with cultural contexts in his writings. Offered insights into the challenges faced by societies through his ministry and literary works.

Missionary work in India and China

Published poetry and writings on faith

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