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“He who performs his duty in a station of great power must needs incur the utter enmity of many, and the high displeasure of more.”

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Francis Atterbury

Francis Atterbury, a prominent bishop of the Anglican Church, was born on March 6, 1663, and died on February 22, 1732. He is known for his contributions to the church and academia, serving as the Bishop of Rochester. more

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