About Josephus Calasanz Fließer
Lived 1896 – 1960 (aged 63). Josephus Calasanz Fließer was an Austrian catholic priest and catholic bishop.
Josephus Calasanz Fließer (born 28 July 1896 in Perg; died 12 June 1960) was an Austrian clergyman and bishop for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Linz. Josephus was ordained to priesthood in 1919 and then appointed as a bishop in 1946. He is most remembered for his pragmatic policy towards the Nazis, and particularly his attempt to dissuade Bl. Franz Jägerstätter from resisting conscription. He died in 1960.
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Who was Josephus Calasanz Fließer?
Austrian priest (1896-1960)
When was Josephus Calasanz Fließer born?
Josephus Calasanz Fließer was born on 28 July 1896 in Perg.
When did Josephus Calasanz Fließer die?
Josephus Calasanz Fließer died on 12 June 1960 in Linz.
What was Josephus Calasanz Fließer's occupation?
Josephus Calasanz Fließer was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.
What nationality was Josephus Calasanz Fließer?
Josephus Calasanz Fließer was Austrian.
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