Leo XII
Americannoun
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In the 19th century, Leo XII asked to refuse his election, citing his poor health.
From Washington Post ● Mar. 15, 2013
Gala Berlin carriage, made around 1825 for Pope Leo XII Photograph: Catholic Herald/CNS We moved, almost in ceremonial cavalcade, on to more ornate and antique conveyances.
From The Guardian ● Feb. 14, 2013
Soon we stood in reverence in front of the Berlina Gran Gala gilded carriage, built in 1826 for Pope Leo XII.
From The Guardian ● Feb. 14, 2013
When Pope Leo XII declared 1825 to be a Holy Year, Grand-Tour-style pilgrims from across Europe poured into the city.
From New York Times ● Jan. 24, 2013
The present Bishop of Rome, Pius IX., is the successor of Gregory XVI., who succeeded Pius VIII., who was the successor of Leo XII.
From The Faith of Our Fathers by Gibbons, James
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