Pope Nicholas II
Pope Nicholas II (Latin: Nicholaus II; c. 990/995 – 27 July 1061), otherwise known as Gerard of Burgundy, was the head of the Catholic Church and ruler of the Papal States from 24 January 1059 until his death in 27 July 1061. At the time of his election, he was bishop of Florence. During his Papacy, Nicholas II successfully expanded the influence of the papacy in Milan and southern Italy. He was also responsible for passing papal election reforms.
Nicholas II | |
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| Bishop of Rome | |
Portrait of Nicholas II at the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls | |
| Church | Catholic Church |
| Papacy began | 24 January 1059 |
| Papacy ended | 27 July 1061 |
| Predecessor | Stephen IX |
| Successor | Alexander II |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Gerard between 990 and 995 |
| Died | 27 July 1061 Florence, March of Tuscany, Holy Roman Empire |
| Other popes named Nicholas | |
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