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Selwyn, John Richardson

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1844 - 1898

Biography

John Richardson Selwyn was the son of Bishop George Augustus Selwyn and his wife Sarah, daughter of John Richardson. John was ordained by his father, and was Bishop of Melanesia from 1877-1890, when his health broke down from overwork.

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

John Richardson Selwyn letter

 Collection
Identifier: CCL Archive 0623
Scope and Contents

Original manuscript letter to Mrs Emily Harper, wife of Bishop Harper, from Bishop John Richardson Selwyn dated 11 December 1884, telling of an impending voyage.

Dates: 1884