Ezra Martinson

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Ezra Douglas Martinson,[1] MBE was an Anglican bishop in Africa in the third quarter of the 20th century.[2]

Education[]

Martinson was educated at King's College London.[3]

Career summary[]

  • ordained deacon, 1915
  • ordained priest, 1916
  • Priest Diocese of Accra, 1915–1937
  • Archdeacon of Sedonki
  • Archdeacon of Kumasi
  • Assistant Bishop of Accra, 1951–1963[4]

Honours[]

Martinson was awarded the MBE for services to education in 1943.[5]

References[]

  1. ^ NPG details
  2. ^ "The Anglican Story in Ghana: From Mission Beginnings to Province of Ghana" Pobee, J.S. p192: Accra; Amanza; 2006 ISBN 978-9988-0-3780-2
  3. ^ The Cambridge University List of Members up to 31 December 1988
  4. ^ Crockford's Clerical Directory 1967/68 p816: Oxford; OUP; 1967
  5. ^ London Gazette
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