John Carroll

John Carroll (1735-1815) was an influential American Roman Catholic bishop and the first Archbishop of Baltimore. He played a crucial role in the establishment of the Catholic Church in the United States following the American Revolution. Carroll founded Georgetown University, the first Catholic institution of higher education in the U.S., and promoted education and local governance for Catholics. He advocated for religious freedom and the separation of church and state. His leadership helped shape the Catholic Church's presence in America during a time of significant change and development in the nation.