Historical Events tagged with "Giovanni Battista Montini"
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Giovanni Battista Montini becomes Pope Paul VI
Cardinal Giovanni Battista Montini was elected Pope Paul VI during a conclave held in Vatican City, where he won over the votes of the majority of the cardinal electors after two days of deliberations. Montini, who previously served as Archbishop of Milan, was recognized for his vision of a more open Church in the modern world. His election indicated a shift in the papacy towards addressing contemporary issues such as ecumenism and social justice. The conclave concluded with a papal announcement that he would take the name Paul VI, signifying his commitment to continuity and reform.
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