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George Henry Law

1761 – 1845

British bishop

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About George Henry Law

Lived 1761 – 1845 (aged 84). George Henry Law was a British anglican priest and bishop.

George Henry Law (12 September 1761 – 22 September 1845) was the Bishop of Chester and then, from 1824, Bishop of Bath and Wells.

Born at the lodge of Peterhouse, Cambridge, of which his father Edmund Law (who later became Bishop of Carlisle) was Master, Law was educated at Charterhouse School and at Queens' College, Cambridge, where he was second wrangler. Augusta Law (1789–1822), married Rev. James Slade James Thomas Law (1790–1876), chancellor of the Diocese of Lichfield George Law (1794–1811) Henry Law (1797–1884), Dean of Gloucester Robert Vanbrugh Law (1799–1884), clergyman Jane Waugh Law (1801–1843), married Rev. Robert Harkness Margaret Law (1803–1838)

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Important facts

Birth century
Education
Queens' College, Charterhouse School, Queens' College, Cambridge
Positions held
Anglican Bishop of Bath and Wells, Bishop of Chester
Awards
Fellow of the Royal Society
Also known as
Rt. Rev. George Henry Law, George Law

Family & relationships

Parent
Edmund Law

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Frequently asked questions

Who was George Henry Law?

British bishop

When was George Henry Law born?

George Henry Law was born on 12 September 1761 in Peterhouse.

When did George Henry Law die?

George Henry Law died on 22 September 1845 in Banwell Caves.

What was George Henry Law's occupation?

George Henry Law was an anglican priest and bishop.

What nationality was George Henry Law?

George Henry Law was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: George Henry Law

· Wikidata: Q5541566

· DBpedia: George Henry Law

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