Carl Fredrik Mennander facts for kids
Quick facts for kids The Most Reverend Karl Fredrik Mennander |
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| Archbishop of Uppsala Primate of Sweden |
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| Church | Church of Sweden |
| Archdiocese | Uppsala |
| Appointed | 1775 |
| In Office | 1775–1786 |
| Predecessor | Magnus Beronius |
| Successor | Uno von Troil |
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| Consecration | 8 July 1757 by Henric Benzelius |
| Rank | Metropolitan Archbishop |
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| Born | 19 July 1712 Stockholm, Sweden |
| Died | 22 May 1786 (aged 73) Uppsala, Sweden |
| Nationality | Swede |
| Parents | Anders Mennander Margareta Elisabeth Ruuth |
| Spouse | Ulriika Palén (1741–1742) Johanna Magdalena Hassel (1747–1749) |
| Children | Carl Friedrich (Fredenheim) Mennander |
| Previous post | Bishop of Turku (1757–1775) |
| Alma mater | Royal Academy of Turku University of Uppsala |
Carl Fredrik Mennander was an important church leader in Sweden and Finland. He was born in Stockholm, Sweden, on July 19, 1712. He became the Bishop of Turku, Finland, in 1757. Later, in 1775, he became the Archbishop of Uppsala in the Church of Sweden. He held this important position until he passed away on May 22, 1786.
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Early Life and Education
Carl Fredrik started studying at Uppsala University in 1731. There, he met the famous botanist Carl Linnaeus. In 1735, he moved to Turku, Finland. He finished his studies there and earned a Master of Arts degree.
Contributions in Turku
Carl Fredrik Mennander lived in Turku for 15 years. During this time, he made many helpful changes. He improved the local school system. He also worked to make hospital facilities better for everyone.
He became a priest and also taught physics at the university. In 1757, he was made the Bishop of Turku. This was a very important role in the church.
Archbishop of Uppsala
In 1775, Carl Fredrik Mennander was chosen to be the Archbishop of Uppsala. This is the highest position in the Church of Sweden. He then moved to Uppsala.
Focus on Education
As Archbishop, he became very involved with Uppsala University. He wrote many papers and gave speeches about different topics. He was known for his love of books. By the time he died, he had one of the best book collections of his era.
He also became a member of the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences in 1744. This is a group of smart people who work to advance science. Carl Fredrik Mennander was also part of "Pro Fide et Christianismo." This was a society focused on Christian education.
See also
- List of Archbishops of Uppsala
