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United States
Pope Leo wrote a letter to US bishops.
Pope Leo XIII composed an apostolic letter titled "Testem Benevolentiae Nostrae" in 1899. The letter addressed US bishops, particularly Cardinal James Gibbons, concerning the issue of "Americanism" within the Catholic Church in America. This context confirms the historical accuracy of the claim.
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Religion
Pope Leo wrote a letter to US bishops
Pope Leo XIII did indeed write a letter known as "Testem Benevolentiae Nostrae" to U.S. bishops including Cardinal James Gibbons in 1899, addressing concerns about the potential impact of 'Americanism' on Catholic doctrine.
