Pope Martin V
Pope and leader of the Catholic Church
Born
1368
658 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Italy
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Served as Pope from 1417 until death in 1431. Played a crucial role in ending the Western Schism, which had divided the Catholic Church for nearly four decades. Convened the Council of Constance, which sought to address various church disputes and improve ecclesiastical practices. Focused on the restoration of the papacy's authority in Rome and worked to mend divisions within the church.
Elected as Pope in 1417
Ended the Western Schism
Convened the Council of Constance
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