Friedrich Gustav Piffl

Bohemian cardinal and ecclesiastical leader

Friedrich Gustav Piffl - Bohemian cardinal and ecclesiastical leader
Born

1864
161 years ago

Died

April 21st, 1932
92 years ago — 68 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Czech Republic

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Ordained in 1894, served as the Bishop of Gröbming. Elevated to the Cardinalate in 1921 by Pope Benedict XV. As a cardinal, focused on the Catholic Church's integration into modern society and engaged in significant ecclesiastical diplomacy. Actively participated in the Holy See's activities and church governance until his death in 1932.

Bishop of Gröbming from 1912 to 1921

Elevated to Cardinal in 1921

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