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Joseph von Schork

1829 – 1905

German priest

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About Joseph von Schork

Lived 1829 – 1905 (aged 75). Joseph von Schork was a German catholic priest, politician, catholic bishop, member of parliament, archbishop and catholic theologian.

Joseph von Schork (7 December 1829 - 25 January 1905) was Archbishop of Bamberg from 1890 to the time of his death.

Early life and education

Born to a coachman in the service of the princes of Löwenstein-Wertheim-Rosenberg, von Schork attended Latin school in Miltenberg and the grammar school and lyceum in Aschaffenburg. Following this, he went on to study theology in Würzburg.

Career Joseph von Schork was ordained in 1854 and began his career as a priest and school inspector in Würzburg. He was elected provost in 1889 and appointed as Archbishop of Bamberg in 1890 by Pope Leo XIII.

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Important facts

Born

7 December 1829, Kleinheubach

Birth century

19th century

Died

25 January 1905, Bamberg

Occupation

Catholic priest, politician, Catholic bishop, member of parliament, archbishop, Catholic theologian

Nationality

Kingdom of Bavaria

Positions held

Archbishop of Bamberg

Contemporaries

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Joseph von Schork?

German priest (1829–1905)

When was Joseph von Schork born?

Joseph von Schork was born on 7 December 1829 in Kleinheubach.

When did Joseph von Schork die?

Joseph von Schork died on 25 January 1905 in Bamberg.

What was Joseph von Schork's occupation?

Joseph von Schork was a catholic priest, politician, catholic bishop, member of parliament, archbishop and catholic theologian.

What nationality was Joseph von Schork?

Joseph von Schork was German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Joseph von Schork

· Wikidata: Q98614

· DBpedia: Joseph von Schork

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