Edward Bayly (priest)
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Edward Bayly | |
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| Archdeacon of Dublin | |
| In office 1772-1785 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1709 |
| Died | 1785 (aged 75–76) |
| Parent |
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| Relatives | Nicholas Bayly (brother) |
| Education | Trinity College, Dublin |
Edward Bayly (1709-1785) was a clergyman in the Church of Ireland during the 18th century. He was the son of Sir Edward Bayly, 1st Baronet (20 February 1684 – 28 September 1741), an Irish landowner and politician, and Dorothy, daughter of the Hon. Oliver Lambart.[1]
Bayly was educated at Trinity College, Dublin.[2] He was Chancellor of St Patrick's Cathedral, Dublin from 1766 to 1772;[3] and Archdeacon of Dublin from 1772 until his death.[4] He was also Dean of Ardfert from 1768 until his death.[5]
