Charles Manners-Sutton facts for kids
Quick facts for kids The Most Reverend and Right Honourable Charles Manners-Sutton |
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| Archbishop of Canterbury | |
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| Church | Church of England |
| Province | Canterbury |
| Diocese | Canterbury |
| Elected | 21 February 1805 (election confirmed), St Mary-le-Bow |
| Enthroned | 1805 |
| Reign ended | 21 July 1828 (death) |
| Predecessor | John Moore |
| Successor | William Howley |
| Other posts | Dean of Peterborough 1791–1792 Bishop of Norwich 1792–1805 Dean of Windsor in commendam, 1794–1805 |
| Personal details | |
| Birth name | Charles Manners |
| Born | 17 February 1755 |
| Died | 21 July 1828 (aged 73) Lambeth, Surrey, England |
| Buried | 29 July 1828, St Mary the Blessed Virgin Church, Addington, London |
| Denomination | Anglican |
| Parents | Lord George Manners-Sutton & Diana Chaplin |
| Spouse |
Mary Thoroton
(m. 1778) |
| Children | 2 sons, 10 daughters; incl. Charles, 1st Viscount Canterbury |
| Alma mater | Emmanuel College, Cambridge |
Charles Manners-Sutton (born 17 February 1755 – died 21 July 1828) was an important leader in the Church of England. He served as the Archbishop of Canterbury from 1805 until his death in 1828. Before 1762, his name was simply Charles Manners.
Life of Charles Manners-Sutton
Charles Manners-Sutton was the fourth son of Lord George Manners-Sutton. His grandfather was John Manners, 3rd Duke of Rutland. In 1762, his father added "Sutton" to the family name.
He went to Charterhouse School and then to Emmanuel College, Cambridge. He studied hard and earned several degrees, including a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) and a Master of Arts (M.A.).
In 1778, when he was 23, he married his cousin, Mary Thoroton. She was the daughter of Thomas Thoroton from Nottinghamshire.
Charles Manners-Sutton began his church career in 1785. He became the leader of a church in Nottinghamshire. In 1791, he was made the Dean of Peterborough. A year later, in 1792, he became the Bishop of Norwich. In 1794, he also became the Dean of Windsor.
Archbishop of Canterbury Role
Charles Manners-Sutton was a popular choice to become the Archbishop of Canterbury. In 1805, he was chosen to take over from John Moore. The Archbishop of Canterbury is the main leader of the Church of England.
During his time as Archbishop, the old Archbishop's home in Croydon was sold. A new country home, Addington Palace, was bought with the money.
He helped start the National Society, which worked to set up schools. He also strongly supported creating bishops in India. This helped the church grow in other parts of the world.
In 1819, he led the christening ceremony for the future Queen Victoria. This important event took place at Kensington Palace.
Charles Manners-Sutton passed away in Lambeth on 21 July 1828. He was buried on 29 July at Addington, in his family's burial place.
Published Works
Charles Manners-Sutton did not publish many books. He wrote two sermons that were printed. One was given before the House of Lords in 1794. The other was for the Society for the Propagation of the Gospel in 1797.
Family Life
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In 1778, he married Mary Thoroton. They had a large family with two sons and ten daughters.
His son, also named Charles Manners-Sutton, became a very important person. He served as the Speaker of the House of Commons. This is a key role in the British Parliament. In 1835, his son was given the special title of Viscount Canterbury.
His grandson, Henry Manners Chichester, was a writer. He wrote many articles for the Dictionary of National Biography.
