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First Native American to be named saint
Kateri Tekakwitha set to be honoured by the Vatican for miracles she is believed to have performed from grave.
Last Modified: 20 Oct 2012 19:58

For the first time in history, a Native American will be appointed a saint by the Vatican. Kateri Tekakwitha is being honoured for the miracles she is believed to have performed from the grave.

Al Jazeera's Bhanu Bhatnagar explains.

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