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February 25, 2026Bones of St Francis of Assisi go on public display in Italy
The remains of Italy's patron saint have only been seen in public once before - for one day in 1978.
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Bones of St. Francis of Assisi Go on Display for First Time
ASSISI, Italy (AP) – The bones of St. Francis of Assisi, the medieval friar who inspired Pope Francis and generations of Christians before him, are going on public display for the first time, giving h
In Italy, the bones of St. Francis are going on public display, a mixed blessing for Assisi
This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. ASSISI, Italy — The bones of St. Francis of Assisi, the San Francisco namesake and medieval friar who inspired Po