Blessed Antonio Franco
Blessed
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
September 2
Born
September 26, 1585
Died
September 2, 1626
Beatified
2 September 2013 by Pope Francis
Biography
Blessed Antonio Franco, also known as Father Antonio Franco, was born on September 26, 1585, in Naples, Italy. He came from a noble family of French expatriates. Even at a young age, Antonio showed great intelligence and dedication to his studies. At the age of 17, he earned a doctorate in civil and canon law, an impressive achievement for someone so young.