Name

Bishop Richmond

Biography

Bishop of Sodor and Man who in 1776 reported to the Duke of Atholl that Major Dawson had directed the twenty-four Keys regarding legislation. Relevant to the Tynwald Silence (1765–1776) — the moment the silence began to break. The report shows the relationship between the garrison commander and the legislature during the period of closed-door governance.

Active Period

fl. 1770s

Place

Isle of Man

Period

Crown Administration

Role / Office

Bishop of Sodor and Man

Book Chapter

Chapter 16