About Jørgen Friis
Lived 1495 – 1547 (aged 51–52). Jørgen Friis was a Danish catholic priest and catholic bishop.
Jørgen Friis was a Roman Catholic prelate who served as Bishop of Viborg (1521–1536).
Biography On 7 Jan 1521, Jørgen Friis was appointed during the papacy of Pope Leo X as Bishop of Viborg. He served as Bishop of Viborg until his resignation in 1536.
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Who was Jørgen Friis?
Danish Catholic priest
When was Jørgen Friis born?
Jørgen Friis was born in 1495.
When did Jørgen Friis die?
Jørgen Friis died in 1547.
What was Jørgen Friis's occupation?
Jørgen Friis was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.
What nationality was Jørgen Friis?
Jørgen Friis was Danish.
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