Angelo Bagnasco
Italian Cardinal and Church Leader
Ordained as a priest in 1966, held various positions within the Catholic Church, including as the Archbishop of Genoa from 2006 to 2013. Elevated to Cardinal in 2006 and served as President of the Italian Episcopal Conference from 2007 to 2015. Participated in the 2013 papal conclave that elected Pope Francis. Advocated for social issues within Italy, addressing topics such as family, immigration, and social justice.
Served as Archbishop of Genoa
President of the Italian Episcopal Conference
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French painter of still lifes and portraits
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January 14th, 1836 190 years ago
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Emperor of Japan during Edo period
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January 14th, 1702 324 years ago
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Born
January 14th, 1477 549 years ago
Died
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Born
January 14th, 1921 105 years ago
Died
December 16th, 2005 20 years ago — 84 years old
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Born
January 14th, 1925 101 years ago
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December 2nd, 2013 12 years ago — 88 years old
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