Pope Adrian II

Pope Adrian II (Latin: Adrianus II; also Hadrian II; 792  14 December 872) was the bishop of Rome and ruler of the Papal States from 867 to his death. He continued the policy of his predecessor, Nicholas I. Despite seeking good relations with Louis II of Italy, he was placed under surveillance, and his wife and daughters were killed by Louis' supporters.


Adrian II
Bishop of Rome
ChurchCatholic Church
Papacy began14 December 867
Papacy ended14 December 872
PredecessorNicholas I
SuccessorJohn VIII
Personal details
Born792 (0792)
Died14 December 872(872-12-14) (aged 79–80)
Rome, Papal States
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