Ludovico Micara

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Ludovico Micara[1] (1775-1847) was an Italian Capuchin and Cardinal. Ordained in 1798, he became Dean of the College of Cardinals.

He was in hiding for the end of the Napoleonic Wars period. He became Apostolic Preacher in 1820. He was created cardinal in 1824.

He became Bishop of Frascati in 1837 and Bishop of Ostia in 1844.

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  1. ^ Lodovico Micara, Ludovico da Frascati.

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Preceded by
Emmanuele de Gregorio
Cardinal-Bishop of Frascati
18371844
Succeeded by
Mario Mattei
Preceded by
Bartolomeo Pacca
Cardinal-Bishop of Ostia
18441847
Succeeded by
Vincenzo Macchi