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Johann Konrad von Reinach-Hirtzbach

1657 – 1737

Roman Catholic bishop

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About Johann Konrad von Reinach-Hirtzbach

Lived 1657 – 1737 (aged 79). Johann Konrad von Reinach-Hirtzbach was a Swiss catholic priest, catholic deacon and catholic bishop.

Johann Konrad von Reinach-Hirtzbach (1657–1737) was the Prince-Bishop of Basel from 1705 to 1737.

Biography

Johann Konrad von Reinach-Hirtzbach was born in Michelbach-le-Haut on 28 August 1657, the son of Hans Diebold Freiherr von Reinach-Hirtzbach (d. 1702) and his wife Anna Maria Eva von Freiin von Reinach-Steinbrunnborn (d. 1702).

He was educated at the Jesuit high school in Porrentruy from 1673 to 1678. He was then sent to the Collegium Germanicum in Rome, where he studied theology and philosophy.

Johann Konrad died on 19 March 1737.

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Important facts

Born
28 August 1657, Michelbach-le-Haut
Birth century
17th century
Died
19 March 1737, Porrentruy
Occupation
Catholic priest, Catholic deacon, Catholic bishop
Nationality
Switzerland
Positions held
Roman Catholic Bishop of Basel

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Johann Konrad von Reinach-Hirtzbach?

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When was Johann Konrad von Reinach-Hirtzbach born?

Johann Konrad von Reinach-Hirtzbach was born on 28 August 1657 in Michelbach-le-Haut.

When did Johann Konrad von Reinach-Hirtzbach die?

Johann Konrad von Reinach-Hirtzbach died on 19 March 1737 in Porrentruy.

What was Johann Konrad von Reinach-Hirtzbach's occupation?

Johann Konrad von Reinach-Hirtzbach was a catholic priest, catholic deacon and catholic bishop.

What nationality was Johann Konrad von Reinach-Hirtzbach?

Johann Konrad von Reinach-Hirtzbach was Swiss.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Johann Konrad von Reinach-Hirtzbach

· Wikidata: Q1695193

· DBpedia: Johann Konrad von Reinach-Hirtzbach

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