Pope Clement XI
Papacy during the War of Spanish Succession
Born
July 23rd, 1649
375 years ago
Died
March 19th, 1721
303 years ago — 71 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Italy
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Served as pope from 1700 until death in 1721. Addressed various theological issues and papal authority while overseeing the church during significant European conflicts. Enhanced the Roman Catholic Church's role in European politics, particularly during the War of Spanish Succession. Promoted ecclesiastical reforms and supported missions in the Americas and Asia.
Issued the papal bull 'Unigenitus' in 1713
Directed significant church missions in Asia
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