Junipero Serra

Junipero Serra was born on November 24, 1713 in Spain. Remembered for establishing numerous Franciscan missions in California during the eighteenth century, this Spanish-born friar is particularly associated with the Mission San Juan Capistrano and the Mission San Carlos Borromeo del Rio Carmelo.
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As per our current Database, Junipero Serra has been died on Aug 28, 1784 (age 70).

๐ŸŽ‚ Junipero Serra - Age, Bio, Faces and Birthday

When Junipero Serra die, Junipero Serra was 70 years old.

Popular As Junipero Serra
Occupation Religious Leader
Age 70 years old
Zodiac Sign Sagittarius
Born November 24, 1713 (Spain)
Birthday November 24
Town/City Spain
Nationality Spain

๐ŸŒ™ Zodiac

Junipero Serraโ€™s zodiac sign is Sagittarius. According to astrologers, Sagittarius is curious and energetic, it is one of the biggest travelers among all zodiac signs. Their open mind and philosophical view motivates them to wander around the world in search of the meaning of life. Sagittarius is extrovert, optimistic and enthusiastic, and likes changes. Sagittarius-born are able to transform their thoughts into concrete actions and they will do anything to achieve their goals.

๐ŸŒ™ Chinese Zodiac Signs

Junipero Serra was born in the Year of the Snake. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Snake are seductive, gregarious, introverted, generous, charming, good with money, analytical, insecure, jealous, slightly dangerous, smart, they rely on gut feelings, are hard-working and intelligent. Compatible with Rooster or Ox.

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About

Remembered for establishing numerous Franciscan missions in California during the eighteenth century, this Spanish-born friar is particularly associated with the Mission San Juan Capistrano and the Mission San Carlos Borromeo del Rio Carmelo.

Before Fame

In his early adulthood years, he became an ordained Catholic priest; studied at Spain's Lullian University; and taught at Mexico City's College of San Fernando de Mexico. He settled in California in the late 1760s.

Trivia

His statue stands in the California corner of the United States Capitol's National Statuary Hall Collection.

Family Life

Born Miquel Josep Serra i Ferrer, he grew up in poverty in Majorca, Spain. In the early 1730s, upon entering the Alcantarine Franciscan order, he adopted the name of Junipero.

Associated With

Serra's 1988 beatification by Pope John Paul II was controversial as a result of Serra's questionable treatment of the Native Americans who lived in the areas of California where he was establishing his missions.

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