He was chosen, in part, because of sporting background was prized among military chaplains. In 1944, he was succeeded as principal by John Bateman-Champain, a former first-class cricketer. He retired as Canon Emeritus of Bristol Cathedral.
He was selected, in part, due to his sporting background being highly valued among military chaplains. In 1944, he was replaced as principal by John Bateman-Champain, a former first-class cricketer. He resigned as Canon Emeritus of Bristol Cathedral.