Pope John XVII
Papal leader during early medieval period
Born
None
None years ago
Died
November 6th, 1003
1021 years ago — None years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Italy
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Served as Pope from 1003 until death in the same year. His papacy was short-lived, primarily lasting only a few months. The administration focused on church governance and maintaining church authority in a period marked by political instability in Italy. Not much information remains regarding significant actions taken during the papacy, but the role involved overseeing the administration of the Catholic Church during a time of notable challenges and conflicts. Death occurred shortly after taking office.
Held the papacy for a brief period in 1003
Faced challenges of church governance
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