Roman Catholic Diocese of Loreto

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The Diocese of Loreto was a Roman Catholic diocese with see in Loreto, Italy.

History

It was founded in 1586. It was merged with the Diocese of Recanati to form the Diocese of Recanati e Loreto in either 1591 or 1592.

Erected: 17 March 1586
Latin Name: Dioecesis ab Alma Domo Lauretana

Francesco Cantucci (23 Mar 1586 - 26 Nov 1586 Died)

Rutilio Benzoni (16 Dec 1586 - 9 Feb 1592 Appointed, Bishop of Recanati e Loreto)

9 February 1592: United with the Diocese of Recanati to form the Diocese of Recanati e Loreto

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