Georges Darboy 1813-71 Archbishop of Paris, 1878

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Georges Darboy (1813-1871) was a significant figure in the Roman Catholic Church during the 19th century, serving as the Archbishop of Paris from 1863 until his death. Born on January 16, 1813, in Fayl-Billot, Haute-Marne, France, Darboy was ordained as a priest in 1836. He quickly gained a reputation for his intellectual prowess and dedication to the Church, which led to his appointment as Bishop of Nancy in 1859 before being elevated to the position of Archbishop of Paris four years later.

As Archbishop, Darboy was known for his pastoral care, commitment to education, and efforts to bridge the gap between the Church and the rapidly modernizing society of France. He was a staunch defender of the Church's rights and worked tirelessly to address the social issues of his time, including poverty and the plight of the working class. His tenure was marked by significant events, including the Franco-Prussian War and the subsequent Paris Commune.

During the Paris Commune of 1871, Darboy's steadfast loyalty to his faith and his refusal to abandon his post in the face of danger led to his arrest by the Communards. Despite numerous efforts to secure his release, he was executed by firing squad on May 24, 1871, becoming a martyr in the eyes of many Catholics.

Jean Louis Victor Viger du Vigneau's 1878 work on Georges Darboy provides a detailed account of his life, contributions to the Church, and the turbulent historical context in which he lived. The work is a valuable resource for understanding the complexities of Darboy's character and the challenges he faced as a religious leader during one of the most tumultuous periods in French history.

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