Historical Events tagged with "pope pius xi"
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Politics & Government
Vatican City Established Through Lateran Treaty
June 7th, 1929 95 years ago
The Lateran Treaty established Vatican City as an independent state, resolving longstanding issues between the Holy See and Italy. Signed on February 11, it was ratified on June 7, 1929, marking a significant moment in the relationship between the Catholic Church and the Italian government. This agreement granted the Pope sovereignty over a small territory in Rome, solidifying Vatican City's status as the world's smallest independent state and the spiritual center for Catholics worldwide.
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