Adrian of Wignacourt
Grand Master of the Knights Hospitaller
About Adrian of Wignacourt
Lived 1618 – 1697 (aged 78–79). Adrian of Wignacourt was a French warrior monk, hospitaller and grand Master.
Fra' Adrien de Wignacourt (1618 – 4 February 1697) was the 63rd Prince and Grand Master of the Order of Malta from 1690 to 1697.
He was the nephew of Fra Alof de Wignacourt. He was elected Grand Master after the death of Fra Gregorio Carafa in 1690.
He died in 1697 and was succeeded by Fra Ramon Perellos.
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Who was Adrian of Wignacourt?
Grand Master of the Knights Hospitaller
When was Adrian of Wignacourt born?
Adrian of Wignacourt was born in 1618 in Kingdom of France.
When did Adrian of Wignacourt die?
Adrian of Wignacourt died on 4 February 1697 in Malta.
What was Adrian of Wignacourt's occupation?
Adrian of Wignacourt was a warrior monk, hospitaller and grand Master.
What nationality was Adrian of Wignacourt?
Adrian of Wignacourt was French.
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