Raymond Richardson facts for kids
Raymond William Richardson (16 October 1909 – 11 August 1968) was an important Church of England priest. He also served as a chaplain in the Royal Navy. From 1963 to 1966, he held very high positions, including Chaplain of the Fleet and Director General of the Naval Chaplaincy Service. He was also an Archdeacon for the Royal Navy.
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Early Life and Education
Raymond William Richardson was born on October 16, 1909. His father, The Rev William Archibald Richardson, was also a priest. Raymond went to school at Magdalen College School, Oxford. Later, he studied at Trinity College, Dublin.
Becoming a Priest
After his studies, Raymond decided to follow in his father's footsteps. He became a deacon in 1935. A year later, in 1936, he became a priest. Before joining the Navy, he worked as a curate in places like Ardamine and Queenstown (now called Cobh).
Family Life
In 1939, Raymond Richardson married Jocelyn Carroll. They had three sons together.
Raymond Richardson joined the Royal Navy as a chaplain. A chaplain is like a spiritual guide or minister for people in the military. He served on many different ships and naval bases during his career.
Ships and Bases Served
Chaplain Richardson served on famous ships like HMS Victory and HMS Resolution. He also worked at naval air stations such as HMS Heron and HMS Gannet. His service took him to many places, including HMS Ocean, HMS Peregrine, and HMS Victorious. He also served at shore establishments like HMS Vernon and the HM Dockyard, Portsmouth.
High-Ranking Roles
Raymond Richardson rose through the ranks to become a very important chaplain in the Royal Navy. His highest roles included:
- Chaplain of the Fleet: This was the most senior chaplain in the entire Royal Navy.
- Director General of the Naval Chaplaincy Service: This role meant he was in charge of all naval chaplains.
- Archdeacon for the Royal Navy: This was another significant religious leadership role within the Navy.
He held these important positions from 1963 until 1966.
Legacy
Raymond William Richardson passed away on August 11, 1968. He is remembered for his dedicated service as a priest and for his leadership as a chaplain in the Royal Navy.
