Bessus, sometimes Besse, is venerated as a member of the legendary Theban Legion, whose members were led by Maurice and were martyred for their Christian faith in the 3rd century.

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• Ivrea (with Sabinus)
• Campiglia
• Valprato Soana
• Cogne
• protector of soldiers against the dangers of war
• also invoked for fertility

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