Richard Neile
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For other people with similar names, see Richard Neal.
Richard Neile (or Neale; 1562 – 31 October 1640) was an English churchman, bishop successively of six English dioceses, more than any other man, including the Archdiocese of York from 1631 until his death. He was involved in the last burning at the stake for heresy in England, that of the Arian Edward Wightman in 1612.
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Richard Neile | |
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Archbishop of York | |
Installed | 1631 |
Term ended | 1640 |
Predecessor | Samuel Harsnett |
Successor | John Williams |
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Born | baptised (1562-03-11)11 March 1562 |
Died | 31 October 1640(1640-10-31) (aged 78) |
Nationality | British |
Denomination | Church of England |
Education | Westminster School |
Alma mater | St. John's College, Cambridge |
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