POPE
Pope Celestine III
Pope, Bishop of Rome
Pope Celestine III, who reigned as Roman Pontiff from 1191–1198.
background
Pope Celestine III, born Giacinto Bobone, was the head of the Catholic Church and ruler of the Papal States from 30 March or 10 April 1191 to his death in 1198. He had a tense relationship with several monarchs, including Emperor Henry VI, King Tancred of Sicily, and King Alfonso IX of León.
summary
Pope Celestine III, who reigned as Roman Pontiff from 1191–1198.
papacy Start
1191
papacy End
1198
birth Name
Giacinto Bobone