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The Friendship of Pope John Paul II and President Reagan — Plus More Commanders-in-Chief’s Catholic Connections
Did you know a U.S. president arranged a Catholic wedding at the White House?
Did you know a U.S. president arranged a Catholic wedding at the White House?
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