Jean de Dieu-Raymond de Cucé de Boisgelin
French cardinal and ecclesiastical leader
Born
Died
1804
222 years ago — 72 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
France
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Born in 1732, served as a prominent figure within the Catholic Church. Achieved elevation to cardinal and served as Archbishop of Aix. Participated in the assembly of the Gallican Church and contributed to ecclesiastical governance during turbulent times leading up to the French Revolution. Held significant influence in church matters and engaged in the socio-political discourse of the period. Noted for relations with the royal court and his role in various religious and political issues of the era.
Served as Archbishop of Aix
Elevated to cardinal in 1789
Participated in the Gallican Church assembly
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