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Benedict XIV
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Benedict XIV

Author · born March 31, 1675 · died 1758

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Pope Benedict XIV, born Prospero Lorenzo Lambertini, was head of the Catholic Church and leader of the Papal States from 17 August 1740 to his death on 3 May 1758.

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  1. 51Became In pectoreDecember 9, 1726
  2. 53Became cardinalApril 30, 1728
  3. 65Became PopeAugust 17, 1740

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