Events tagged with "Julius II"

Historical Events tagged with "Julius II"

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Religion & Philosophy

Election of Pope Julius II

November 1st, 1503 521 years ago

Pope Julius II was elected as the 216th pope by the conclave of cardinals in the Vatican on November 1, 1503. Originally named Giuliano della Rovere, he was a significant figure in the Catholic Church, known for his ambitious agenda, including military campaigns and extensive patronage of the arts. His papacy would later become known for the commissioning of Michelangelo and Raphael, marking a pivotal period in the Renaissance.