The Life of James Roosevelt Bayley, First Bishop of Newark and Eighth Archbishop of Baltimore, 1814-1877 - Hardcover

The Life Of James Roosevelt Bayley, First Bishop Of Newark And Eighth Archbishop Of Baltimore, 1814-1877 is a biographical book written by Hildegarde Yeager. The book chronicles the life of James Roosevelt Bayley, who was the first bishop of Newark and the eighth archbishop of Baltimore. Bayley was born in 1814 and throughout his life, he made significant contributions to the Catholic Church in the United States.The book begins with Bayley's early life, including his birth into a prominent New York family and his education at Mount St. Mary's College in Maryland. It then follows his journey as a priest in the Catholic Church, including his time as the rector of St. John's Seminary in Massachusetts and his appointment as the first bishop of Newark in 1853.The book also explores Bayley's role in the Civil War, where he served as a chaplain for the Union Army. It delves into his efforts to establish Catholic hospitals and schools, as well as his contributions to the establishment of the Catholic University of America in Washington D.C.Throughout the book, Yeager provides a detailed account of Bayley's life, including his personal struggles and triumphs. She also sheds light on the political and social context of the time, providing a broader understanding of Bayley's impact on the Catholic Church in the United States.Overall, The Life Of James Roosevelt Bayley, First Bishop Of Newark And Eighth Archbishop Of Baltimore, 1814-1877 is a comprehensive and engaging biography that offers insight into the life of an important figure in the history of the Catholic Church in America.Catholic University Of America Studies In American Church History, V36.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.