About Prospero Marefoschi
Lived 1653 – 1732 (aged 78). Prospero Marefoschi was a German catholic priest, catholic deacon and catholic bishop.
Prospero Marefoschi (24 September 1653 – 24 February 1732) was a cardinal of the Roman Catholic Church.
He was born in Montesanto, now part of Potenza Picena, in the region of Marche, Italy. He was ordained as a deacon in 1709 and archbishop in 1711. He was made a cardinal by Pope Benedict XIII on 29 December 1724. He participated in the papal conclave of 1730.
Cardinal Mario Marefoschi was his nephew.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Prospero Marefoschi?
Italian cardinal
When was Prospero Marefoschi born?
Prospero Marefoschi was born on 29 September 1653 in Macerata.
When did Prospero Marefoschi die?
Prospero Marefoschi died on 24 February 1732 in Rome.
What was Prospero Marefoschi's occupation?
Prospero Marefoschi was a catholic priest, catholic deacon and catholic bishop.
What nationality was Prospero Marefoschi?
Prospero Marefoschi was German.
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