About George Cotton
Lived 1743 – 1805 (aged 62). George Cotton was an English priest.
George Cotton (21 May 1743 – 10 December 1805) was an English Anglican priest, most notably Dean of Chester from 1787 until his death.
Cholmondeley was born at Combermere in Cheshire and was educated at Westminster and Trinity College, Cambridge. He held livings at South Reston, Stowe, Stoke-upon-Trent and Davenham. He died at Bath. His grandson was Bishop of Calcutta from 1858 until 1866.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was George Cotton?
Dean of Chester; (1743-1805)
When was George Cotton born?
George Cotton was born on 21 May 1743 in Combermere Abbey.
When did George Cotton die?
George Cotton died on 10 December 1805 in Bath, Somerset.
What was George Cotton's occupation?
George Cotton was a priest.
What nationality was George Cotton?
George Cotton was English.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: George Cotton (priest)
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