Herbert Vaughan
English cardinal and Catholic leader
Born
1832
193 years ago
Died
June 19th, 1903
121 years ago — 71 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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Vaughan served as a prominent English cardinal in the Roman Catholic Church during the late 19th century. He was appointed as the Archbishop of Westminster and played a significant role in the church's affairs in England. Vaughan was actively involved in various ecclesiastical and social issues, advocating for the needs of the Catholic community. His leadership helped shape the church's response to contemporary challenges, including education and religious unity.
Appointed Archbishop of Westminster in 1892
Contributed to the establishment of Catholic education in England
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