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Giovanni Battista Gentile Pignolo

1525 – 1595

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About Giovanni Battista Gentile Pignolo

Lived 1525 – 1595 (aged 69–70). Giovanni Battista Gentile Pignolo was a politician.

Giovanni Battista Gentile Pignolo (Genoa, 1525 - Genoa, 1595) was the 71st Doge of the Republic of Genoa.

Biography He was elected to the dogal title on 19 October 1577, the twenty-sixth in biennial succession and the seventy-first in republican history. After his office on 19 October 1579, Giovanni Battista Gentile Pignolo was appointed perpetual procurator and continued to serve the Genoese state for other years.

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Important facts

Born
1525, Genoa
Birth century
16th century
Died
1595, Genoa
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
Republic of Genoa
Positions held
Doge of Genoa

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Giovanni Battista Gentile Pignolo?

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When was Giovanni Battista Gentile Pignolo born?

Giovanni Battista Gentile Pignolo was born in 1525 in Genoa.

When did Giovanni Battista Gentile Pignolo die?

Giovanni Battista Gentile Pignolo died in 1595 in Genoa.

What was Giovanni Battista Gentile Pignolo's occupation?

Giovanni Battista Gentile Pignolo was a politician.

What nationality was Giovanni Battista Gentile Pignolo?

Giovanni Battista Gentile Pignolo's recorded nationality: Republic of Genoa.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Giovanni Battista Gentile Pignolo

· Wikidata: Q3766668

· DBpedia: Giovanni Battista Gentile Pignolo

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