Pope Stephen II
Pope and religious leader from 752
Born
None
None years ago
Died
April 26th, 757
1268 years ago — None years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Vatican City
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Elected as pope in 752, served until death in 757. Led the Papal States during a time of significant political and territorial shifts in Italy. Actively involved in the Frankish state affairs, particularly in establishing an alliance with Pepin the Short. This alliance helped solidify the power of the papacy and led to the Donation of Pepin, granting considerable territory to the popes and marking the beginning of the Papal States.
Established the Papal States with Pepin the Short
Crowned Pepin the Short as king
Strengthened the ties between the church and the Frankish Empire
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