Historical Events tagged with "johnxxiii"

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Religion & Philosophy

John XXIII is elected Pope

October 28th, 1958 66 years ago

On 28 October 1958, Cardinal Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli was elected as Pope John XXIII in the Vatican City. The election followed the death of Pope Pius XII and marked a significant moment in the Catholic Church. John XXIII was seen as a moderate figure and was popular among cardinals. His election was marked by enthusiasm and hope for reform within the church, reflecting a desire for renewed engagement with the modern world.

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