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Pope Innocent X

Pope from 1644 to 1655

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Pope Innocent X, was head of the Catholic Church and ruler of the Papal States from 15 September 1644 to his death.

Quick facts

Born
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Place of birth
Rome wd
Died
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Place of death
Rome wd
Citizenship
Papal States wd
Occupation
Catholic priest, diplomat wd
Education
Pontifical Gregorian University wd

Positions held wd

  • Pope (15 September 1644 – 7 January 1655)
  • Camerlengo of the Sacred College of Cardinals (1643–1644)
  • cardinal (since 30 August 1627)
  • apostolic Nuncio to Spain (30 May 1626 – 1 March 1630)
  • Latin Patriarch of Antioch (since 19 January 1626)
  • Apostolic Nuncio to the Kingdom of Naples (1621–1625)

Questions

When was Pope Innocent X born?
Pope Innocent X was born on 6 May 1574 in Rome.
What positions has Pope Innocent X held?
Positions held by Pope Innocent X include: Pope (1644–1655); Camerlengo of the Sacred College of Cardinals (1643–1644); cardinal (since 30 August 1627); apostolic Nuncio to Spain (1626–1630); Latin Patriarch of Antioch (since 19 January 1626).
Where did Pope Innocent X study?
Pope Innocent X was educated at Pontifical Gregorian University.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Pope Innocent X · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q101266 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Diego Velázquez, Portrait du pape Innocent X, 1650, huile sur toile, 140 × 120 cm, Rome, Galleria Doria Pamphilj (inv. 237).jpg by Matthieu.lett.ube (Public domain)

Last updated · facts checked 12 November 2026

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