Expilly Chosen Bishop of Finistere
Louis Alexandre Expilly became one of the first bishops elected under the Civil Constitution, demonstrating the practical operation of the new electoral system.
Role range: 1789-1799
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Louis Alexandre Expilly Biography and Timeline
Follow Louis Alexandre Expilly through 2 dated historical records for France.
Louis Alexandre Expilly, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
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1791
Finistere Diocese Reorganizes Church Administration
Expilly attempted to govern a reshaped diocese after his election, confronting practical resistance from clergy who refused the constitutional oath.
Role range: 1789-1799
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