Pope born Giacomo della Chiesa (1854-1922) who reigned from 1914 until his death. Benedict's pontificate was dominated by World War I, which he termed 'the suicide of Europe.' Untranslated ALS in Italian, signed “Giacomo della Chiesa,” one page both sides, 5.25 x 8.25, embossed Secretary of State of His Sanctuary letterhead, August 21, 1905. In fine condition, with a light semicircular stain to the upper edge.
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