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Giovanni Antonio Acquaviva d'Aragona

1489 – 1525

Bishop of Lecce from 1517 to 1525

Catholic priest Catholic bishop
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About Giovanni Antonio Acquaviva d'Aragona

Lived 1489 – 1525 (aged 35–36). Giovanni Antonio Acquaviva d'Aragona was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.

Giovanni Antonio Acquaviva d'Aragona (died 1525) was a Roman Catholic prelate who served as Bishop of Lecce (1517–1525) and Bishop of Alessano (1512–1517).

Biography On 3 March 1512, Giovanni Antonio Acquaviva d'Aragona was appointed by Pope Julius II as Bishop of Alessano.

On 18 May 1517, he was appointed by Pope Leo X as Bishop of Lecce. He served as Bishop of Lecce until his death in 1525.

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Important facts

Born
1489
Birth century
15th century
Died
1525, Lecce
Occupation
Catholic priest, Catholic bishop
Positions held
Diocesan bishop, Roman Catholic Bishop of Lecce

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Giovanni Antonio Acquaviva d'Aragona?

Bishop of Lecce from 1517 to 1525

When was Giovanni Antonio Acquaviva d'Aragona born?

Giovanni Antonio Acquaviva d'Aragona was born in 1489.

When did Giovanni Antonio Acquaviva d'Aragona die?

Giovanni Antonio Acquaviva d'Aragona died in 1525 in Lecce.

What was Giovanni Antonio Acquaviva d'Aragona's occupation?

Giovanni Antonio Acquaviva d'Aragona was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Giovanni Antonio Acquaviva d'Aragona

· Wikidata: Q23580399

· DBpedia: Giovanni Antonio Acquaviva d'Aragona

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