People Who Died in 1057
Victor II
Pope of the Catholic Church
Born
1018 1007 years ago
Died
July 28th, 1057 967 years ago — 39 years old
Served as the Pope from 1055 until death in 1057. Contributed to the development of church policy during the Investiture Controversy, which involved significant conflict over the appointment of bishops and ecclesiastical leaders between secular and church authorities. Advocated for the independence of the Church from secular influence while promoting the reform movement within the Catholic Church.
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