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Richard H. Baker (bishop)

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Richard Henry Baker Sr. (July 8, 1897 – April 12, 1981) was bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of North Carolina, serving from 1959 to 1965.

Baker deployed as an ambulance driver on the French front lines during World War I and received the Croix de Guerre for his courageous service.

References

  • "Retired North Carolina Bishop Dies" (Press release). Baltimore. Episcopal News Service. April 16, 1981 – via The Archives of the Episcopal Church.
Episcopal Church (USA) titles
Preceded by 7th Bishop of North Carolina
1959–1965
Succeeded by