Pope Gregory XIII
Pope and reformer of the calendar
Born
Died
1585
441 years ago — 83 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Italy
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Born in 1502, served as pope from 1572 to 1585. Implemented the Gregorian calendar reform in 1582, correcting the Julian calendar's inaccuracies. This reform led to the adoption of a more precise method of calculating leap years, which remains in use today. Promoted the establishment of colleges and seminaries for the education of the clergy. Advocated for the Catholic Counter-Reformation efforts during a significant period of religious upheaval in Europe.
Implemented the Gregorian calendar reform
Supported the Catholic Counter-Reformation
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