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John Francis Wade

(1711–1786) Hymnwriter

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John Francis Wade was a hymnwriter.

Quick Facts About John Francis Wade

Born
January 1, 1711
Died
August 16, 1786
Profession
Hymnwriter

About John Francis Wade

[Wikidata] English hymnist... | [Wikipedia]
John Francis Wade was an English hymnist who is usually credited with writing and composing the hymn "Adeste Fideles". The authorship is disputed, with 13th-century cardinal St. Bonaventure and King John IV of Portugal being proposed as alternative composers, although the earliest known manuscripts

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