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Jan Zbigniew Ossoliński

1555 – 1623

Polish-Lithuanian nobleman

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About Jan Zbigniew Ossoliński

Lived 1555 – 1623 (aged 68). Jan Zbigniew Ossoliński was a Polish politician and official.

Jan Zbigniew Ossoliński (3 September 1555 – 3 October 1623 ) was a Polish–Lithuanian nobleman, or szlachcic.

He held the following offices: Secretary to the King from 1578 Chamberlain or podkomorzy of Sandomierz from 1593 Castellan of Małogoszcz and Żarnów from 1603 Voivode of the Podlasie Voivodeship from 1605 Voivode of the Sandomierz Voivodeship from 1613 Elder or starost of Czersk, Nowe Miasto, and Stopnica.

Ossoliński was the son of Hieronim Ossoliński, and the father of Jerzy Ossoliński, who was to become Kanclerz (Chancellor) of the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth.

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Important facts

Born
3 September 1555
Birth century
16th century
Died
3 October 1623
Occupation
Politician, official
Nationality
Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth
Positions held
Wojewoda podlaski, Sandomierz voivode, King's secretary at the Polish court, Podkomorzy of Sandomier

Family & relationships

Spouse
Anna Firlej
Spouse
Jadwiga Sienieńska
Spouse
Katarzyna Kosińska
Spouse
Katarzyna Warszewiecka
Parent
Hieronim Ossoliński
Parent
Katarzyna Zborowska

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Jan Zbigniew Ossoliński?

Polish-Lithuanian nobleman (1555-1623)

When was Jan Zbigniew Ossoliński born?

Jan Zbigniew Ossoliński was born on 3 September 1555.

When did Jan Zbigniew Ossoliński die?

Jan Zbigniew Ossoliński died on 3 October 1623.

What was Jan Zbigniew Ossoliński's occupation?

Jan Zbigniew Ossoliński was a politician and official.

What nationality was Jan Zbigniew Ossoliński?

Jan Zbigniew Ossoliński was Polish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jan Zbigniew Ossoliński

· Wikidata: Q5735443

· DBpedia: Jan Zbigniew Ossoliński

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