Federico Wanga

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Federico Vanga (or Wanga; German: Frederick von Wangen; died 1218) was Prince-Bishop of Trento from August 9, 1207 until his death.

As Bishop he founded several hospitals and had a defensive tower (Torre Vanga) built on the Adige in Trento. He also began the works for the city's cathedral. He also issued a code of laws (Codex Wangianus).

He died while taking parting to the Fourth Crusade.

Preceded by
Conrad II di Biseno
Until 1205		 Bishop of Trento
1207-1218		 Succeeded by
Albert IV von Ravenstein
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