About Jon Birgisson
Lived 1100 – 1157. Jon Birgisson was a Norwegian catholic priest.
Jon Birgersson (died 24 February 1157) was a Norwegian clergyman, bishop, and the first archbishop of the archdiocese of Nidaros. His father's name was Birger, but his year of birth is unknown. He served as bishop of the diocese of Stavanger from 1135. From 1152 or 1153 he was appointed archbishop of Nidaros. He died in Trondheim in 1157.
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Who was Jon Birgisson?
Norwegian archbishop
When was Jon Birgisson born?
Jon Birgisson was born in 1100.
When did Jon Birgisson die?
Jon Birgisson died on 24 February 1157.
What was Jon Birgisson's occupation?
Jon Birgisson was a catholic priest.
What nationality was Jon Birgisson?
Jon Birgisson was Norwegian.
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