Edward Chandler (born 1668?; died 20 July 1750) was an English bishop.
He graduated M.A. from Emmanuel College, Cambridge in 1693.[1] He became Bishop of Lichfield in 1717, and was Bishop of Durham from 1730 to 1750.[2]
He was the father of Catherine Chandler, the wife of Wadham Wyndham, Esq. of Eversley in Hampshire.
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Preceded by John Hough |
Bishop of Lichfield 1717–1730 |
Succeeded by Richard Smalbroke |
Preceded by William Talbot |
Bishop of Durham 1730–1750 |
Succeeded by Joseph Butler |
Honorary titles | ||
Preceded by William Talbot |
Lord Lieutenant of Durham 1730–1750 |
Vacant
Title next held by
Henry Vane |
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