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Alfred Bengsch

German cleric, Roman Catholic bishop and cardinal (1921-1979) · Germany · On the map · Religious Figures · Died at 58

Alfred Bengsch was a German cardinal of the Roman Catholic Church. He served as Bishop of Berlin from 1961 until his death, and was elevated to the cardinalate in 1967.

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Knight Grand Cross in the Order of the Holy Sepulchre

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Country
Germany
Category
Religious Figures
Type
Religious Figure
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1921 to 1979 · aged 58