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INFOGRAPHIC: The early life of Pope Francis

Patricia Lourdes Viray - The Philippine Star
January 13, 2015 | 1:48pm

MANILA, Philippines - Pope Francis was known as Jorge Mario Bergoglio before he became the Pope in 2013. 

Here are some facts about the Roman Pontiff before entering priesthood.

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