Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03

Edward Dering Biography and Timeline

Follow Edward Dering through 2 dated historical records for England.

Edward Dering, historical timeline

A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.

2Distinct records
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1640–1642Years on this page

1640

Debate on Episcopacy

Sir · Member of Parliament for Kent · London · Religion / Church of England

Dering criticises abuses by bishops while initially favouring reformed episcopal government.

1642

Release from Tower

Member of Parliament for Kent · Tower of London · Government / Government of England

Dering is released after imprisonment arising from conflict with Parliament.

Records, sources and methodology

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