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This document is a historical record detailing the ecclesiastical and military appointments of various members of the Scotti family, spanning from the 17th to the 19th centuries. It highlights their roles as bishops, referendaries, chamberlains, and military officers, primarily in service to the Papal States, the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies, and other European entities. The document connects directly to the Scotti-Douglas family lineage previously discussed, showcasing their prominence in both religious and secular spheres across generations.
Detailed Description
Section 1: Lo Schiavo Mons. Michele
Title and Role: Michele Scotti, Prelate Domestic, Referendary, Protonotary Apostolic, Noble of Reggio, Cosentino, and Camerinese, and Delegate Apostolic of Perugia.

Military Appointment: Follio di Crenneville, Count Francesco, Knight of the 2nd Class of the Order of the Austrian Iron Crown, Commander of the Two Sicilies, Grand Officer of the Legion of Honor, Commander of the Order of St. Joseph of Tuscany, Knight of the Order of Christ, Chamberlain, General, Brigadier in the 9th Corps of the Army of the Arch of Ferrara.

Ecclesiastical Role: Ulisse, Commander of the Holy See, Knight of the Order of St. Maurice and Lazarus, Knight of the Order of St. Stephen, Knight of the Order of St. Joseph of Tuscany, Chamberlain, Lieutenant of the French Legion (when available), Knight and Commander of the Order of St. Archduke.

Date: Appointed in 1832.

Additional Note: "Di Richer" refers to Barone Lorenzo (Baron Lorenzo), as noted on page 227.

Section 2: Curterelli Luciano
Title and Role: Luciano Curterelli-Scotti, Count Luigi, Knight of the Order of St. George of the Reunion, Brigadier in the Troops of His Majesty the King of the Two Sicilies.

Military Appointment: Descovich di Ultra, Knight Antonio, Commander of the Order of St. Gregory the Great, Knight of the Order of Leopold, Knight of the Order of St. Joseph of Tuscany, Lieutenant Colonel on pension, Austrian service.

Historical Context
Ecclesiastical Roles: The titles of Prelate Domestic, Referendary, and Protonotary Apostolic indicate high-ranking positions within the Catholic Church, often involving administrative and judicial duties in the Papal States. Michele Scotti’s role as Delegate Apostolic of Perugia signifies his authority to represent the Pope in that region.

Military Service: The Scotti family members held significant military ranks, such as Brigadier and Lieutenant Colonel, serving in the armies of the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies (a Bourbon-ruled state) and the Austrian Empire. The mention of various orders (e.g., Order of the Austrian Iron Crown, Legion of Honor) reflects their recognition for valor and service across European courts.

Connection to Previous Documents: The name Luigi Scotti aligns with Count Luigi Douglas Scotti, previously mentioned in the diploma from Charles III of Bourbon (dated 1801). This suggests continuity in the family’s noble and military involvement, particularly with the Bourbon rulers of the Two Sicilies. The reference to San Giorgio also ties to the coat of arms of Guglielmo Scotti of San Giorgio and Rezzanello.

Timeline: The appointments span from 1832 (Michele Scotti) to earlier periods (e.g., Luciano Curterelli-Scotti’s service, likely in the late 18th to early 19th century), reflecting the family’s long-standing influence during a period of political upheaval in Italy, including the Napoleonic Wars and the Bourbon restoration.

Conclusion
This document underscores the Scotti family’s multifaceted roles in both the Catholic Church and European military hierarchies, particularly under the Bourbon rulers of the Two Sicilies and the Austrian Empire. It complements the genealogical record, diploma, and coat of arms previously described, illustrating the family’s enduring legacy as nobles, military officers, and ecclesiastical figures across centuries.