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Thomas Vásquez de Liaño

1546 – 1599

Roman Catholic clergyman

Catholic priest
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About Thomas Vásquez de Liaño

Lived 1546 – 1599 (aged 52–53). Thomas Vásquez de Liaño was a catholic priest.

Thomas Vásquez de Liaño (1546 – 28 December 1599) was a Roman Catholic prelate who served as Bishop of Paraguay (1596–1599).

Biography On 18 December 1596, Thomas Vásquez de Liaño was appointed during the papacy of Pope Clement VIII as Bishop of Paraguay. He died before he was consecrated bishop on 28 December 1599.

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Important facts

Born
1546
Birth century
16th century
Died
28 December 1599, Asunción
Occupation
Catholic priest
Positions held
Bishop of Paraguay and Río de la Plata

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Thomas Vásquez de Liaño?

Roman Catholic clergyman

When was Thomas Vásquez de Liaño born?

Thomas Vásquez de Liaño was born in 1546.

When did Thomas Vásquez de Liaño die?

Thomas Vásquez de Liaño died on 28 December 1599 in Asunción.

What was Thomas Vásquez de Liaño's occupation?

Thomas Vásquez de Liaño was a catholic priest.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Thomas Vásquez de Liaño

· Wikidata: Q23620427

· DBpedia: Thomas Vásquez de Liaño

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