Beilby Porteus (or Porteous; 8 May 1731 – 13 May 1809), successively Bishop of Chester and of London was an Anglican reformer and leading abolitionist in England. He was the first Anglican in a position of authority to seriously challenge the Church's position on slavery.
Read more about Beilby Porteus: Early Life, Bishop of Chester, Anniversary Sermon, Bishop of London, Other Reforms, Legacy
Famous quotes by beilby porteus:
“One murder made a villain,
Millions a hero.”
—Beilby Porteus (1731–1808)