Archibald Campbell Tait

Archibald Campbell Tait (1811-1882) was archbishop of Canterbury, of Scotch descent, born in Edinburgh. He was educated at Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Oxford. When at Oxford, he led the opposition to the Tractarian Movement. In 1842 succeeded Arnold as head-master at Rugby. In 1850, he became Dean of Carlisle, in 1856 Bishop of London, and in 1868 Primate. This last office he held at a critical period, and his episcopate was distinguished by great discretion and moderation.

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