Scipione Cobelluzzi

Italian cardinal and archivist

Scipione Cobelluzzi - Italian cardinal and archivist
Born

1564
461 years ago

Died

June 29th, 1626
398 years ago — 62 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Italy

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Served as an Italian cardinal and archivist during the 17th century. Contributed significantly to the preservation and organization of church documents and archives. Played a prominent role within the Catholic Church, advancing clerical responsibilities and managing archives with expertise.

Served as cardinal in the Catholic Church

Oversaw important archival projects

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