Life
- 1577Born · Munich
- 1594Prince-Provost
- 1612prince-abbot
- 1612Roman Catholic Bishop of Hildesheim
- 1612Roman Catholic Bishop of Münster
- 1612Roman Catholic Bishop of Liege
- 1612Roman Catholic Archbishop of Cologne
- 1612Prince-Elector
- 1618Prince-Bishop
- 1618Roman Catholic Bishop of Paderborn
- 1650Died · Arnsberg
Their story
Ferdinand of Bavaria, born in Munich on October 16, 1577, was a significant figure of the House of Wittelsbach. As Duke of Bavaria, he held considerable influence within the Holy Roman Empire during a period of profound religious and political upheaval. His long tenure saw important developments in his ducal territories, where he served as a prominent Catholic leader. He navigated the complex landscape of 17th-century Europe until his passing in Arnsberg on September 13, 1650. His life and work were intertwined with the broader history of Bavaria and the wider Germanic lands.
Family
Parents: Wilhelm V Wittelsbach
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