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Philip Sigismund of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel

1568 – 1623

Roman Catholic bishop

Catholic priest
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About Philip Sigismund of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel

Lived 1568 – 1623 (aged 54). Philip Sigismund of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel was a German catholic priest.

Duke Philip Sigismund of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (July 1, 1568 in Hessen am Fallstein – 19 March 1623 in Iburg) was a Lutheran administrator of the Prince-Bishopric of Verden and Osnabrück (1591–1623) son of Julius, Duke of Brunswick and Lunenburg, Prince of Wolfenbüttel and Hedwig of Brandenburg.

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Important facts

Born
1 July 1568, Hessen
Birth century
16th century
Died
19 March 1623, Bad Iburg
Occupation
Catholic priest
Nationality
Germany
Positions held
Prince-Bishop of Osnabrück, Diocesan administrator
Also known as
Philip Siegmund of Brunswick-Lüneburg, Philipp Sigismund von Braunschweig-Lüneburg

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Philip Sigismund of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel?

Roman Catholic bishop (1568-1623)

When was Philip Sigismund of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel born?

Philip Sigismund of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel was born on 1 July 1568 in Hessen.

When did Philip Sigismund of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel die?

Philip Sigismund of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel died on 19 March 1623 in Bad Iburg.

What was Philip Sigismund of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel's occupation?

Philip Sigismund of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel was a catholic priest.

What nationality was Philip Sigismund of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel?

Philip Sigismund of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel was German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Philip Sigismund of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel

· Wikidata: Q2087213

· DBpedia: Philip Sigismund of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel

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