When was Pope Nicholas V born?

Pope Nicholas V was born on 15 November 1397 in Sarzana.

What positions has Pope Nicholas V held?

Positions held by Pope Nicholas V include: Pope (1447–1455); cardinal priest (1446–1447); Roman Caholic Bishop of Bologna (1444–1447).

Where did Pope Nicholas V study?

Pope Nicholas V was educated at University of Bologna.

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Pope Nicholas V

Pope of the Catholic Church from 1447 to 1455

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Pope Nicholas V (Latin: Nicolaus V; Italian: Niccolò V; 15 November 1397 – 24 March 1455), born Tommaso Parentucelli, was head of the Catholic Church and ruler of the Papal States from 6 March 1447 until his death in March 1455. Pope Eugene IV made him a cardinal in 1446 after successful trips to Italy and Germany, and when Eugene died the next year, Parentucelli was elected in his place. He took his name Nicholas in memory of his obligations to Niccolò Albergati. He remains the most recent pope to take the pontifical name "Nicholas".

Quick facts

Born: 15 November 1397 wd
Place of birth: Sarzana wd
Died: 24 March 1455 wd
Place of death: Rome wd
Citizenship: Papal States wd
Occupation: librarian, Catholic priest, Catholic bishop wd
Education: University of Bologna wd

Positions held wd

Pope (6 March 1447 – 24 March 1455)
cardinal priest (16 December 1446 – 6 March 1447)
Roman Caholic Bishop of Bologna (27 November 1444 – 6 March 1447)

About

The pontificate of Nicholas saw the fall of Constantinople to the Ottoman Turks and the end of the Hundred Years' War. He responded by calling a crusade against the Ottomans, which never materialized. By the Concordat of Vienna he secured the recognition of papal rights over bishoprics and benefices. He also brought about the submission of the last of the antipopes, Felix V, and the dissolution of the Synod of Basel. A key figure in the Roman Renaissance, Nicholas sought to make Rome the home of literature and art. He strengthened fortifications, restored aqueducts, and rebuilt many churches. He ordered design plans for what would eventually be the Basilica of St. Peter.

Questions

When was Pope Nicholas V born?: Pope Nicholas V was born on 15 November 1397 in Sarzana.
What positions has Pope Nicholas V held?: Positions held by Pope Nicholas V include: Pope (1447–1455); cardinal priest (1446–1447); Roman Caholic Bishop of Bologna (1444–1447).
Where did Pope Nicholas V study?: Pope Nicholas V was educated at University of Bologna.

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