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Also Known As Saint Birgit of Sweden • Saint Brigid of Sweden • Sankta Birgitta av Sverige
Born c.1303 • Sweden
Died July 23, 1373 • Rome • Italy
Founder Bridgettine Order
Notable Family Members daughter Saint Catherine of Sweden

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