1926 Religion & Beliefs Events — Verified Historical Highlights
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- 23 Jan Death of Désiré-Joseph Mercier: Désiré-Joseph Mercier, a Belgian cardinal and Archbishop of Mechelen, died on January 23, 1926, in Brussels, Belgium. He was a significant figure in the Catholic Church and played a prominent role during World War I. source: en.wikipedia.org
- 12 Mar Pope Appoints Archbishop of Malines: Pope Pius XI officially named J.E. van Roey as the new Archbishop of Malines, a significant ecclesiastical appointment in Belgium during the interwar period.
- 04 Jul Salem, Massachusetts 300th Anniversary Celebration: Salem, Massachusetts, celebrated its 300th anniversary from July 4 to July 10, 1926. The festivities included ringing church bells, special services, concerts, parades, and fireworks, marking the city's rich history and community spirit. source: salemweb.com
- 20 Oct First purpose-built mosque in London completed: The Fazl Mosque, the first purpose-built mosque in London, was completed in 1926. Located in Southfields, Wandsworth, it was opened on 23 October 1926. The mosque was financed by the Ahmadi Muslim community in Qadian, Punjab, British India, and designed by Thomas Mawson. source: en.wikipedia.org
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