In what city was William's most important station as a prelate?
Rome
Tyre
Jerusalem
London
Answer
In Tyre, Syria, William held his most significant position as Archbishop of Tyre, from 1175 until his death in 1184, during the Crusades. He served as the spiritual leader and ecclesiastical judge for the Latin community in the city and played a crucial role in the political and military affairs of the Crusader states.
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