George Mason (bishop)
Anglican bishop of Sodor and Man, 1780–1783
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George Mason (1729 – 8 December 1783)[1] was an Anglican bishop who served in the Church of England as the Bishop of Sodor and Man from 1780 to 1783.[2]
DioceseDiocese of Sodor and Man
In office1780–1783 (death)
PredecessorRichard Richmond
SuccessorClaudius Crigan
George Mason | |
|---|---|
| Bishop of Sodor and Man | |
| Diocese | Diocese of Sodor and Man |
| In office | 1780–1783 (death) |
| Predecessor | Richard Richmond |
| Successor | Claudius Crigan |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1729 |
| Died | 8 December 1783 (aged 53–54) |
| Denomination | Anglican |
Life
He was born in Kirkby Stephen and educated nearby at Sedbergh School. Mason was nominated Bishop of Sodor and Man by Charlotte Murray, Duchess of Atholl on 19 March 1780 and consecrated on 5 March 1780.[2][3]
