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James Knox

1914 – 1983

Catholic Archbishop of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, and Cardinal

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About James Knox

Lived 1914 – 1983 (aged 69). James Knox was an Australian catholic priest and catholic bishop.

Early years Knox was born in Bayswater, Western Australia, the second of three sons of Irish-born parents John and Emily (née Walsh) Knox. His father was a storekeeper and native of Kilkenny, and his mother died when Knox was still a child. He worked as a tailor's apprentice before applying to the Archdiocese of Perth to study for the priesthood. However, he was rejected because the archdiocese did not have a seminary at the time and relied on recruiting priests from Ireland.

Episcopate On 20 July 1953, Knox was appointed Apostolic Delegate to British Africa and titular archbishop of Melitene by Pope Pius XII.

Cardinal Knox was created Cardinal-Priest of Santa Maria in Vallicella by Pope Paul VI in the consistory of 5 March 1973.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Education
Pontifical Urbaniana University
Positions held
Cardinal, Catholic archbishop, Titular archbishop
Also known as
James Robert Cardinal Knox, James Robert Knox

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Frequently asked questions

Who was James Knox?

Catholic Archbishop of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, and Cardinal (1914–1983)

When was James Knox born?

James Knox was born on 2 March 1914 in Western Australia.

When did James Knox die?

James Knox died on 26 June 1983 in Rome.

What was James Knox's occupation?

James Knox was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.

What nationality was James Knox?

James Knox was Australian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: James Knox

· Wikidata: Q144729

· DBpedia: James Knox

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