Joseph Mohr was born in the City of Salzburg, Austria. This is where he was baptised, grew up, sang in church choirs and was ordained a priest.
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The apartment where Mohr grew up was situated at 31 Steingasse. The original building was destroyed during World War II and this building was constructed on the historic site.
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The Cathedral, known as the Dom, was the parish church for Joseph Mohr at the time he was born. He was baptised in the Dom on December 11, 1792, a few hours after his birth in the old section of Salzburg. During his student years, he served as one of the cathedral musicians.
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Looking across the rooftops of what is called the "Old City" of Salzburg, the view has not changed much during the past two centuries.
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