Giovanni Francesco Commendone
Catholic cardinal and diplomat
Catholic cardinal and diplomat
1584
441 years ago — 61 years old
Leaders & Politicians
Italy
Born in 1523, this notable Catholic cardinal served in various diplomatic roles within the Church. Appointed as cardinal in 1583, he contributed to the Catholic Reformation and the Council of Trent. He held significant influence in ecclesiastical matters and was involved in the Papal Nuncio to Scotland, strengthening ties between the papacy and the Scottish Catholic community.
Appointed Cardinal of Santa Croce in Gerusalemme
Served as Papal Nuncio to Scotland
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