Jan of Jenštejn

Archbishop of Prague

Jan of Jenštejn - Archbishop of Prague
Born

1348
677 years ago

Died

June 17th, 1400
624 years ago — 52 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Czech Republic

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Served as Archbishop of Prague from 1379 to 1397. Played a significant role in the ecclesiastical and political landscape of Bohemia during the late 14th century. Engaged in conflicts with Czech nobility and participated in various religious and political affairs. Contributed to improving the administration of the Archdiocese of Prague and was involved in the establishment of the Prague University.

Served as the Archbishop of Prague from 1379 to 1397

Involved in the establishment of the Prague University

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