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Albert of Montecorvino

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Saint Albert of Montecorvino
Bishop of Montecorvino
BornNormandy
Died1127
Motta Montecorvino, Apulia, Italy
Venerated inRoman Catholic Church
Feast5 April

Albert, born in Normandy, was taken to Motta Montecorvino in Apulia, Italy as a child. He later became Bishop there. Albert became blind in later years, but was known for his visions and as a miracle worker.[1]

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  1. ^ Saint Albert of Montecorvino Patron Saint Index