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Simeone Tagliavia d'Aragonia

1550 – 1604

Sicilean cardinal

Catholic priest
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About Simeone Tagliavia d'Aragonia

Lived 1550 – 1604 (aged 54). Simeone Tagliavia d'Aragonia was a catholic priest.

Simeone Tagliavia d'Aragonia (1550–1604) was a Sicilian cardinal and bishop.

Biography

Simeone Tagliavia d'Aragonia was born in Castelvetrano, a family fief near Mazara del Vallo, Kingdom of Sicily on 20 May 1550, the son of Carlo d'Aragona Tagliavia, Viceroy of Sicily, and his wife Margherita Ventimiglia.

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Important facts

Born
20 May 1550, Sicily
Birth century
16th century
Died
20 May 1604, Rome
Occupation
Catholic priest
Positions held
Cardinal, Cardinal-bishop
Also known as
Simeone Acquaviva d’Aragona

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Simeone Tagliavia d'Aragonia?

Sicilean cardinal

When was Simeone Tagliavia d'Aragonia born?

Simeone Tagliavia d'Aragonia was born on 20 May 1550 in Sicily.

When did Simeone Tagliavia d'Aragonia die?

Simeone Tagliavia d'Aragonia died on 20 May 1604 in Rome.

What was Simeone Tagliavia d'Aragonia's occupation?

Simeone Tagliavia d'Aragonia was a catholic priest.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Simeone Tagliavia d'Aragonia

· Wikidata: Q3484135

· DBpedia: Simeone Tagliavia d'Aragonia

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