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Donus

Pope 676 to 78.

“Son of a Roman called Mauricius; he was consecrated Bishop of Rome 2 Nov., 676, to succeed Adeodatus II, after an interval of four months and seventeen days; d. 11 April, 678.”

Catholic Encyclopedia (1913)1

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  1. Catholic Encyclopedia (1913), “Pope Donus”. New Advent edition. newadvent.org

Dates follow the Catholic Encyclopedia’s list of popes; for the earliest popes they are traditional. Photo credits.