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Paolo Lucio Anafesto
First Doge of the Republic of Venice from 697 to 717 / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Paolo Lucio Anafesto (Latin: Paulucius Anafestus) was, according to tradition, the first Doge of Venice, serving from 697 to 717. He is known for repelling Umayyad attacks.
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Paolo Lucio Anafesto | |
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![]() Paolo Lucio Anafesto | |
1st Doge of Venice | |
In office 697–717 | |
Preceded by | Office established |
Succeeded by | Marcello Tegalliano |
Personal details | |
Born | Unknown |
Died | 717 |
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