Richard Bancroft

Archbishop and academic leader

Richard Bancroft - Archbishop and academic leader
Born

1544
481 years ago

Died

November 2nd, 1610
414 years ago — 66 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

England

Links & References

Served as Archbishop of Canterbury from 1604 to 1610, contributing to the development of the Anglican Church. Played a significant role in the commissioning of the King James Version of the Bible, which was completed in 1611. Held various academic positions, including serving as a fellow at St. John's College, Cambridge. Engaged in theological disputes during the rise of Puritanism in England and implemented policies to unify the church during a period of religious tension.

Commissioned the King James Version of the Bible

Served as Archbishop of Canterbury

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