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Italian American Leaders Meet With Pope Francis and Government Officials to Reaffirm Our Community's Religious and Cultural Ties to Italy
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Pope John Paul II acknowledges the applause of Italy's parliament in Rome November 14, 2002. For the first time, a pope addressed Italy's parliament, a visit laden with historical significance for the [
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Pope John Paul II stands during the national athem at Italy's parliament in Rome November 14, 2002. For the first time, a pope addressed Italy's parliament, a visit laden with historical significance
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