Giovanni Visconti (archbishop of Milan)
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For other uses, see Giovanni Visconti (disambiguation).
Giovanni Visconti (1290–1354) was an Italian Roman Catholic cardinal, who was co-ruler in Milan and lord of other Italian cities.[1][2] He also was a military leader who fought against Florence, and used force to capture and hold other cities.[3]
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Giovanni Visconti | |
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Lord of Milan and Pavia Archbishop of Milan | |
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Born | 1290 |
Died | 1354 |
Buried | 1354 Milan Cathedral |
Noble family | House of Visconti |
Father | Matteo I Visconti |
Mother | Bonacossa Borri |
Occupation | Cardinal |
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