Virginia Clergy Debate Creation of American Bishop
Meeting in Williamsburg, 12 Church of England clergymen discuss petitioning the King and Parliament to create a bishop for the American colonies. Four ministers oppose it and earn the thanks of the House of Burgesses.
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