Pietro Accolti

Italian cardinal and church leader

Pietro Accolti - Italian cardinal and church leader
Born

1455
570 years ago

Died

December 11th, 1532
492 years ago — 77 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Italy

Links & References

Served as a prominent cardinal in the Catholic Church during the Renaissance period. Elected as the Bishop of Firenze (Florence) and participated in several important church councils. Contributed to theological discussions and church governance. Played a significant role in the political landscape of the church and was involved in various diplomatic missions on behalf of the papacy.

Became Bishop of Firenze

Participated in the Fifth Council of the Lateran

Promoted church reforms

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