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Pope Lucius II

Pope Lucius II

11th century –February 15, 1145

Librarian, Catholic priest, Writer, Catholic bishop

Born in
Bologna
Passed away in
Rome

Pope Lucius II (died 15 February 1145), born Gherardo Caccianemici dal Orso, was head of the Catholic Church and ruler of the Papal States from 9 March 1144 to his death in 1145. His pontificate was notable for the unrest in Rome associated with the Commune of Rome and its attempts to wrest control of the city from the papacy. He supported Empress Matilda's claim to the Kingdom of England in the Anarchy, and had a tense relationship with King Roger II of Sicily.

Source: Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pope_Lucius_II