William Brereton (priest)

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William Brereton[1] (circa 1726 – 5 January 1812)[2] was an Anglican priest. He was educated at Eton College and Christ's College, Cambridge, and was rector of both Cottesmore, Rutland, and Pickwell, Leicestershire.[2] He was Archdeacon of Stafford[3] from 1782 to 1801.[4]

References[edit]

  1. ^ "A Political Index to the Histories of Great Britain and Ireland" Beatson, R p127: London, G.J.J. & J.Robinson,1788
  2. ^ a b "Brereton, William (BRRN745W)". A Cambridge Alumni Database. University of Cambridge.
  3. ^ "The History and Antiquities of the Church and City of Lichfield" Harwood,T. p242: London Cadell & Davies, 1806
  4. ^ British History On-line
Church of England titles
Preceded by Archdeacon of Stafford
1782–1801
Succeeded by