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John Torkington

1742 – 1815

English academic and priest

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About John Torkington

Lived 1742 – 1815 (aged 72–73). John Torkington was a priest.

John Torkington, D.D. (b & d Little Stukeley 26 March 1742 - 11 July 1815) was Master of Clare College from 1781 until his death.

Torkington was educated at Clare College, Cambridge. He became Fellow in 1768. He was ordained a priest in the Church of England in 1771. He held incumbencies at Little Stukeley, Patrington, Stapleford and Teigh. Torkington was Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cambridge between 1783 and 1784.

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Important facts

Born
1742
Birth century
Occupation
Education
Clare College
Positions held
Vice-chancellor

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Who was John Torkington?

English academic and priest (1742–1815)

When was John Torkington born?

John Torkington was born in 1742.

When did John Torkington die?

John Torkington died on 11 July 1815.

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John Torkington was a priest.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Torkington

· Wikidata: Q59130409

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