Archbishop of Canterbury: References & Edit History
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| Type | Description | Contributor | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Article title updated for style. | Nov 06, 2026 | ||
| Noted the installation of Sarah Mullally. | Mar 25, 2026 | ||
| Added Top Questions. | Mar 12, 2026 | ||
| Added Sarah Mullally. | Jan 28, 2026 | ||
| Noted that the election of Sarah Mullally was confirmed in January 2026, making her the archbishop of Canterbury. | Jan 28, 2026 | ||
| Updated the list of the archbishops of Canterbury. | Jan 28, 2026 | ||
| Changed Sarah Mullally's title from “archbishop-designate” to “archbishop-elect.” | Jan 27, 2026 | ||
| Media added. | Nov 25, 2025 | ||
| Added top questions. | Oct 14, 2025 | ||
| Added a cross-reference to Sarah Mullally. | Oct 05, 2025 | ||
| Added information about the appointment of Sarah Mullally. | Oct 03, 2025 | ||
| Modified link of Web site: Historic UK - Archbishops of Canterbury. | Aug 05, 2025 | ||
| Add new Web site: UK Parliament - House of Commons Library - How is a new Archbishop of Canterbury chosen? | Jun 26, 2025 | ||
| Added information about how the archbishop of Canterbury is elected. | Mar 27, 2025 | ||
| Added information about modern resignations and retirements. | Nov 12, 2024 | ||
| Add new Web site: The History Files - Archbishops of Canterbury (Roman Catholic Church). | Nov 03, 2023 | ||
| Added new Web site: Official site of the Archbishop of Canterbury. | Jul 18, 2007 | ||
| Added new Web site: Anglican Diocese of Fredericton - Archbishop of Canterbury. | Jul 18, 2007 | ||
| Added new Web site: Historic UK - Archbishops of Canterbury. | May 14, 2007 | ||
| Added new Web site: The Catholic Encyclopedia - Canterbury. | May 08, 2007 | ||
| Article revised. | Mar 25, 1999 | ||
| Article added to new online database. | Jul 20, 1998 |
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