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José María Covarrubias y Mejía

1826 – 1867

Mexican priest

Catholic priest Catholic bishop
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About José María Covarrubias y Mejía

Lived 1826 – 1867 (aged 41). José María Covarrubias y Mejía was a Mexican catholic priest and catholic bishop.

José María Covarrubias y Mejía (born 1826 in Querétaro City) was a Mexican clergyman and bishop for the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Antequera, Oaxaca. He was ordained in 1839. He was appointed bishop in 1861. He died in 1867.

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Important facts

Born
20 January 1826, Santiago de Querétaro
Birth century
19th century
Died
5 December 1867
Occupation
Catholic priest, Catholic bishop
Nationality
Mexico, New Spain
Positions held
Bishop of Antequera, Oaxaca, México

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Frequently asked questions

Who was José María Covarrubias y Mejía?

Mexican priest (1826-1867)

When was José María Covarrubias y Mejía born?

José María Covarrubias y Mejía was born on 20 January 1826 in Santiago de Querétaro.

When did José María Covarrubias y Mejía die?

José María Covarrubias y Mejía died on 5 December 1867.

What was José María Covarrubias y Mejía's occupation?

José María Covarrubias y Mejía was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.

What nationality was José María Covarrubias y Mejía?

José María Covarrubias y Mejía was Mexican.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: José María Covarrubias y Mejía

· Wikidata: Q23663048

· DBpedia: José María Covarrubias y Mejía

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