Allen, George
Educator, born at Milton, Vermont, 17 December, 1808; died in Worcester, Massachusetts, 28 May, 1876.
Allen, John
Priest and martyr. He was executed at Tyburn in the beginning of the year 1538.
Allerstein, August
Jesuit missionary in China, born in Germany, died in China, probably about 1777.
Allioli, Joseph Franz
Studied theology at Landshut, was ordained at Ratisbon, 1816, studied Oriental languages (1818-20), became professor in the University at Landshut in 1824, and was transferred with…
Allocution
A solemn form of address or speech from the throne employed by the Pope on certain occasions.
Alma Redemptoris Mater
The opening words of one of the four Antiphons sung at Compline and Lauds, in honour of the Blessed Virgin, at various seasons of the year.
Almagro, Diego de
Generally considered a foundling; came to Panama in 1514 with Pedro Arias de Avila (D'Avila), and soon distinguished himself in military expeditions.
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