When was Pope Pius XI born?

Pope Pius XI was born on 31 May 1857 in Desio.

What positions has Pope Pius XI held?

Positions held by Pope Pius XI include: Pope (1922–1939); Roman Catholic Archbishop of Milan (1921–1922); cardinal (since 13 June 1921); titular archbishop (since 19 April 1921); titular archbishop of Naupactus (since 3 July 1919).

Where did Pope Pius XI study?

Pope Pius XI was educated at Pontifical Gregorian University, Sapienza University of Rome.

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Pope Pius XI

Pope of the Catholic Church from 1922 to 1939

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Pope Pius XI was head of the Catholic Church from 6 February 1922 until his death in February 1939. He was also the first sovereign of Vatican City upon its creation on 11 February 1929.

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Born: 31 May 1857 wd
Place of birth: Desio wd
Died: 10 February 1939 wd
Place of death: Vatican City wd
Citizenship: Kingdom of Italy, Vatican City wd
Occupation: Latin Catholic priest, librarian, mountaineer, Catholic bishop, missionary, nuncio wd
Education: Pontifical Gregorian University, Sapienza University of Rome wd

Positions held wd

Pope (6 February 1922 – 10 February 1939)
Roman Catholic Archbishop of Milan (13 June 1921 – 6 February 1922)
cardinal (since 13 June 1921)
titular archbishop (since 19 April 1921)
titular archbishop of Naupactus (since 3 July 1919)
Apostolic Nuncio to Poland (since 6 June 1919)

Awards wd

Order of the White Eagle

Questions

When was Pope Pius XI born?: Pope Pius XI was born on 31 May 1857 in Desio.
What positions has Pope Pius XI held?: Positions held by Pope Pius XI include: Pope (1922–1939); Roman Catholic Archbishop of Milan (1921–1922); cardinal (since 13 June 1921); titular archbishop (since 19 April 1921); titular archbishop of Naupactus (since 3 July 1919).
Where did Pope Pius XI study?: Pope Pius XI was educated at Pontifical Gregorian University, Sapienza University of Rome.

Sources

Last updated 6 November 2026 · facts checked 12 November 2026

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