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François-Charles de Velbruck

1719–1784 · 18th century

François-Charles de Velbruck was prince-bishop of Liège from 1772 to 1784. An enlightened ruler, he promoted education, public health, poor relief and the arts, and supported the founding of the Société libre d'Émulation in 1779. His tolerant rule contrasted with that of his successor Hoensbroeck.

François-Charles de Velbruck
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