About Josep de Boltas
Lived 1738 – 1795 (aged 56–57). Josep de Boltas was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.
Josep de Boltas (died 1795) was Bishop of Urgel and ex officio Co-Prince of Andorra from 1785 to 1795.
Born in Oran, Algeria, he became Bishop of Urgell and Co-prince of Andorra on 31 March 1785. During his ten years in office he steered a course of neutrality during the French Revolution. He contributed important legislative work and improved the health, economy and security of the region. He died in office in 1795.
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Who was Josep de Boltas?
Roman Catholic bishop
When was Josep de Boltas born?
Josep de Boltas was born in 1738 in Oran.
When did Josep de Boltas die?
Josep de Boltas died on 8 December 1795 in Guissona.
What was Josep de Boltas's occupation?
Josep de Boltas was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.
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