For historians and genealogists interested in the early years of the Protestant Episcopal Church in the United States, this list of ordained deacons is an invaluable resource. Compiled by Elijah Hedding Downing, a prominent figure in the early Episcopalian church, this list contains detailed information on the deacons ordained between 1785 and 1844. A must-have reference for anyone interested in the history of American religion and the Episcopal church.

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