Today in History: Cardinal James Gibbons
Today in History–July 23–the Library of Congress features Roman Catholic Cardinal James Gibbons, born on this date in 1834 in Pennsylvania. The second U.S. cardinal, Gibbons was a supporter of child labor reform and advocate of the separation of church and state. Learn more about this proactive priest and his journeys to and in the United States by visiting the Today in History section, then check out the primary source sets listed below.
Cardinal James Gibbons primary source set
Cardinal Gibbons historical newspaper coverage
Catholic-related primary source set
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