John Stafford

John Stafford (died May 25, 1452), English statesman and archbishop of Canterbury.

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May 25 - 1452 - English - Statesman - Archbishop of Canterbury

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He came to the front under Henry IV, becoming Lord Privy Seal in 1421 and treasurer (1422). Pope Martin V made him bishop of Bath and Wells (1425). He was Lord Chancellor from 1432 to 1450.

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Henry IV - Lord Privy Seal - 1421 - Pope Martin V - Bishop of Bath and Wells - Lord Chancellor

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Pope Eugenius IV made him archbishop from 1443, a position he held till his death. He steered an even course between parties as a moderate man and useful official.

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Pope Eugenius IV - 1443

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