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Francesco Scipione Maria Borghese

1697 – 1759

Catholic cardinal

Catholic priest Catholic deacon Catholic bishop
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About Francesco Scipione Maria Borghese

Lived 1697 – 1759 (aged 62). Francesco Scipione Maria Borghese was a catholic priest, catholic deacon and catholic bishop.

Francesco Scipione Maria Borghese (20 May 1697 − 21 June 1759) was an Italian cardinal from the Borghese family. He was elevated to cardinal by Pope Benedict XIII in the consistory of 6 July 1729.

He died in Rome on 21 June 1759 and was buried in the Patriarchal Liberian Basilica.

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Important facts

Born
20 May 1697, Rome
Birth century
17th century
Died
21 June 1759, Rome
Occupation
Catholic priest, Catholic deacon, Catholic bishop
Positions held
Titular archbishop, Papal majordomo, Cardinal, Cardinal priest

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Francesco Scipione Maria Borghese?

Catholic cardinal (1697-1759)

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Francesco Scipione Maria Borghese was born on 20 May 1697 in Rome.

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Francesco Scipione Maria Borghese died on 21 June 1759 in Rome.

What was Francesco Scipione Maria Borghese's occupation?

Francesco Scipione Maria Borghese was a catholic priest, catholic deacon and catholic bishop.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Francesco Scipione Maria Borghese

· Wikidata: Q1080362

· DBpedia: Francesco Scipione Maria Borghese

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