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Ettore Pignatelli, 1st Duke of Monteleone

1500 – 1535

Italian duke

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About Ettore Pignatelli, 1st Duke of Monteleone

Lived 1500 – 1535. Ettore Pignatelli, 1st Duke of Monteleone was an Italian diplomat, politician and writer.

Ettore Pignatelli ( – 7 March 1535) was the first count (from 1506) and later duke (from 1527) of .

Early life The coat of arms of the multibranched Italian-Spanish family Pignatelli. Pignatelli was born in to Carlo Pignatelli, Lord of Monticello, and Mariella Alferi.

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Important facts

Born
1500, Naples
Birth century
15th century
Died
1535, Palermo
Occupation
Diplomat, politician, writer
Nationality
Kingdom of Naples
Positions held
Viceroy of Sicily
Also known as
Ettore I Pignatelli

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Ettore Pignatelli, 1st Duke of Monteleone?

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When was Ettore Pignatelli, 1st Duke of Monteleone born?

Ettore Pignatelli, 1st Duke of Monteleone was born in 1500 in Naples.

When did Ettore Pignatelli, 1st Duke of Monteleone die?

Ettore Pignatelli, 1st Duke of Monteleone died in 1535 in Palermo.

What was Ettore Pignatelli, 1st Duke of Monteleone's occupation?

Ettore Pignatelli, 1st Duke of Monteleone was a diplomat, politician and writer.

What nationality was Ettore Pignatelli, 1st Duke of Monteleone?

Ettore Pignatelli, 1st Duke of Monteleone was Italian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ettore Pignatelli, 1st Duke of Monteleone

· Wikidata: Q5405049

· DBpedia: Ettore Pignatelli, 1st Duke of Monteleone

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