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John F. Young

1820–1885 · Pittston, Maine · United States

A Maine-born Episcopal priest who served parishes from Texas to New York before becoming the second bishop of Florida in 1867. He edited collections of carols and hymns for children, and his English translation of "Silent Night" is the one most American congregations sing. He is buried in Jacksonville.

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1820–1885

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