Bruno the Great

Archbishop of Cologne

Bruno the Great - Archbishop of Cologne
Born

None
None years ago

Died

October 11th, 965
1059 years ago — None years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Germany

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Served as the Archbishop of Cologne beginning in 953. Played a significant role in the church's administration and in the spread of Christianity in the region. Established monastic reforms and supported missionary efforts. Was involved in the political affairs of the Holy Roman Empire and maintained influential connections with nobility. Died in 965.

Established monastic reforms in the church

Supported missionary activities

Influenced political affairs in the Holy Roman Empire

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