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Pope Leo IV

Pope of the Catholic Church

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Pope Leo IV was the bishop of Rome and leader of the Papal States from 10 April 847 to his death in 855. He is remembered for repairing Roman churches that had been damaged during the Arab raid against Rome, and for building the Leonine Wall around Vatican Hill to protect the city. Pope Leo organized a league of Italian cities who fought and won the sea Battle of Ostia against the Saracens.

Quick facts

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

Positions held wd

  • Pope (27 January 847 – 17 July 855)
  • cardinal (since 844)

Questions

When was Pope Leo IV born?
Pope Leo IV was born on 790 in Rome.
What positions has Pope Leo IV held?
Positions held by Pope Leo IV include: Pope (0847–0855); cardinal (since 844).

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Pope Leo IV · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q228205 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: PopeLeoIV (cropped).jpg by PalauanLibertarian (CC BY 4.0)

Last updated · facts checked 5 November 2026

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