10 Facts About Domenico Tardini

Domenico Tardini was a longtime aide to Pope Pius XII in the Secretariat of State.

Domenico Tardini attended the Angelo Braschi School and entered the Pontifical Roman Seminary in 1903 from which he graduated with honours in philosophy and theology.

Domenico Tardini accepted a call to teach liturgy and theology at the Roman Seminary and the Collegio Urbano of the Propaganda Fide.

When Domenico Tardini thanked him for not appointing him, Pius XII replied with a smile:.

Domenico Tardini continued in that position until the death of Pius XII.

Domenico Tardini loved children and "adopted" the orphans of Villa Nazareth, for whom he organised recognition and assistance.

Domenico Tardini was ordained as a titular archbishop later that month.

Domenico Tardini's response was positive to the point that the Pope was surprised.

Domenico Tardini assisted in the preparation of the Council giving at times his own interpretation of the forthcoming epochal event.

Domenico Tardini died in Rome on 30 July 1961 of a massive heart attack.