John Joseph Williams
Archbishop of Boston (1822-1907) · United States · On the map · Religious Figures · Died at 85
John Joseph Williams was an American prelate of the Catholic Church. He led the Archdiocese of Boston for 41 years, serving as its fourth Bishop (1866-1875) and first Archbishop (1875-1907). During his tenure, he dedicated the Cathedral of the Holy Cross and opened St. John's Seminary.
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United States
Category
Religious Figures
Type
Religious Figure
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1822 to 1907 · aged 85