Vincent Romano

Blessed Vincent Romano
Born June 3, 1751
Torre del Greco, Naples, Italy
Died December 20, 1831
Torre del Greco, Naples, Italy
Honored in Roman Catholic Church
Beatified 17 November 1963, Rome, Italy by Pope Paul VI
Feast December 20

Blessed Vincent Romano, also called Vincenzo Dominico Romano, (3 June 1751 - 20 December 1831) was born in Torre del Greco, Naples, Italy. Vincent was a parish priest of the village of Herulano who was noted for his very simple way of life and his care of orphans. He was oppressed by French invaders in his area, and also by some Italian political groups.[1]

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