Pompeo Colonna

Catholic cardinal and statesman

Pompeo Colonna - Catholic cardinal and statesman
Born

May 12th, 1479
546 years ago

Died

1532
493 years ago — 53 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Italy

Links & References

Born in 1479, served as a cardinal in the Roman Catholic Church. Played a significant role in the politics of the papal states and maintained influential relationships with various rulers. Engaged in church reform efforts during the Renaissance period, contributing to the political dynamics between the Church and European monarchies. Supported and participated in various ecclesiastical synods, further shaping the Church's governance during a critical time in history.

Served as a cardinal from 1533

Participated in the Council of Trent

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