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Pope Alexander II

Head of the Catholic Church from 1061 to 1073

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Pope Alexander II, born Anselm of Baggio, was the head of the Roman Catholic Church and ruler of the Papal States from 1061 to his death in 1073. Born in Milan, Anselm was deeply involved in the Pataria reform movement. Elected according to the terms of his predecessor's bull, In nomine Domini, Anselm's was the first election by the cardinals without the participation of the people and minor clergy of Rome. He also authorized the Norman conquest of England in 1066.

Quick facts

Place of birth
Baggio wd
Died
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Place of death
Rome wd
Occupation
Catholic priest, writer, Catholic bishop wd

Positions held wd

  • Pope (6 October 1061 – 21 April 1073)
  • Roman Catholic Bishop of Lucca (23 March 1057 – 6 October 1061)

Questions

What positions has Pope Alexander II held?
Positions held by Pope Alexander II include: Pope (1061–1073); Roman Catholic Bishop of Lucca (1057–1061).

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Pope Alexander II · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q171112 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Alessandro-ii-color.jpg by medieval paintings and files (Public domain)

Last updated · facts checked 4 November 2026

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