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What position was held by Étienne Aubert in the church before his appointment as Pope?

  • Cardinal-Bishop of Ostia and Velletri

  • Archbishop of Canterbury

  • Bishop of Rome

  • Cardinal of Milan

Answer

Étienne Aubert, before ascending to the papacy as Pope Innocent VI, held the distinguished position of Cardinal-Bishop of Ostia and Velletri within the Catholic Church hierarchy. This role placed him in a position of great influence and responsibility within the College of Cardinals, often considered the most senior and influential body in the church's governance.
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