Edward Abbott (Master of Magdalene College)

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Edward Abbott (died 11 August 1746) was a priest of the Church of England and academic. [1]

Abbott was born in Middlesex and educated at Eton College and Magdalene College, Cambridge. [2] He was ordained in 1724 by the bishop of London and held livings at Radwinter and Faulkbourne in Essex. He was Master of Magdalene from 1740 until his death in 1746. [3]

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References

  1. "The History of the University of Cambridge, from Its Original, to the Year 1753;: In which a Particular Account is Given of Each College and Hall, Their Respective Foundations, Founders, Benefactors, Bishops, Learned Writers, Masters, Livings, Curiosities, &c. Together with Accurate Lists of All the Chancellors, Vice-Chancellors, Proctors, Taxers, Professors, Orators, and Members of Parliament" Carter, E. p296: London, Davis & Woodyer, 1753
  2. Cunich, Hoyle, Duffy and Hyam (1994). A History of Magdalene College, Cambridge. Magdalene College Publications ISBN   0952307308
  3. "Abbott, Edward (ABT718E)". A Cambridge Alumni Database. University of Cambridge.