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Paolo Giobbe

1880 – 1972

Italian cardinal

Catholic priest Catholic bishop
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About Paolo Giobbe

Lived 1880 – 1972 (aged 92). Paolo Giobbe was an Italian catholic priest and catholic bishop.

Paolo Giobbe (10 January 1880 – 14 August 1972) was an Italian cardinal of the Catholic Church who served as Papal Datary in the Roman Curia from 1959 to 1968, and was elevated to the cardinalate in 1958 as Cardinal-Priest of Santa Maria in Vallicella.

He participated in the conclave of 1963, which elected Pope Paul VI. Lost his right to participate in the conclave by being older than eighty years, January 1, 1971.

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Important facts

Born
10 January 1880, Rome
Birth century
19th century
Died
14 August 1972, Rome
Occupation
Catholic priest, Catholic bishop
Nationality
Italy, Kingdom of Italy
Education
Pontifical Roman Seminary
Positions held
Cardinal, Catholic archbishop, Titular archbishop of Ptolemais in the Thebaid, Apostolic Nuncio to the Netherlands
Awards
Knight Grand Cross in the Order of the Netherlands Lion

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Paolo Giobbe?

Italian cardinal (1880-1972)

When was Paolo Giobbe born?

Paolo Giobbe was born on 10 January 1880 in Rome.

When did Paolo Giobbe die?

Paolo Giobbe died on 14 August 1972 in Rome.

What was Paolo Giobbe's occupation?

Paolo Giobbe was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.

What nationality was Paolo Giobbe?

Paolo Giobbe was Italian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Paolo Giobbe

· Wikidata: Q226083

· DBpedia: Paolo Giobbe

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