John Oliver
About John Oliver
Lived 1720 – 1778 (aged 57–58).
John Oliver was an Anglican priest, most notably Archdeacon of Ardagh from 1762 until his death in 1778.
The son of Robert Oliver of Castle Oliver, he was educated at Trinity College, Dublin. He married Elizabeth, the daughter of Archbishop John Ryder. One of his sons was an admiral; and another a general.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Oliver?
(1720-1778)
When was John Oliver born?
John Oliver was born in 1720.
When did John Oliver die?
John Oliver died on 23 November 1778.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Oliver (Archdeacon of Ardagh)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Oliver. https://biography.guide/john-oliver-1720/
MLA: "John Oliver." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-oliver-1720/.
Chicago: "John Oliver." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/john-oliver-1720/.
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