About Anne d'Escars de Givry
Lived 1546 – 1612 (aged 66). Anne d'Escars de Givry was a French catholic priest and bishop.
Anne d'Escars de Givry (29 March 1546 – 19 April 1612) was a French Benedictine churchman, supporter of the Ligue, and cardinal.
Biography Anne was born in Paris, the son of Jacques de Pérusse, Seigneur d'Escars and Françoise de Longwy, Dame de Pagny and de Mirebeau.
He became bishop of Lisieux in 1584. He was created Cardinal in 1596, without the knowledge of Henry IV of France, and had to give up his see. He became bishop of Metz in 1608.
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Who was Anne d'Escars de Givry?
Catholic cardinal (1546-1612)
When was Anne d'Escars de Givry born?
Anne d'Escars de Givry was born on 29 March 1546 in Paris.
When did Anne d'Escars de Givry die?
Anne d'Escars de Givry died on 19 April 1612 in Vic-sur-Seille.
What was Anne d'Escars de Givry's occupation?
Anne d'Escars de Givry was a catholic priest and bishop.
What nationality was Anne d'Escars de Givry?
Anne d'Escars de Givry was French.
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