Pope Callixtus III

Pope and ecclesiastical leader

Pope Callixtus III - Pope and ecclesiastical leader
Born

December 31st, 1378
646 years ago

Died

August 6th, 1458
567 years ago — 79 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Vatican City

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Elected as pope in 1455, presided over the Catholic Church during a time of significant religious and political challenges. Attempted to rally European powers against the Ottoman Empire, particularly in response to the fall of Constantinople. Promoted the canonization of St. Bernardin of Siena and initiated various ecclesiastical reforms. Worked to restore the prestige of the papacy and the church after a period of turmoil.

Called for a crusade against the Ottomans

Promoted the canonization of St. Bernardin of Siena

Undertook church reforms during papacy

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