Pope
Pope John VIII
Pope from 872 to 882
Pope John VIII, who reigned as Roman Pontiff from 872–882.
Background
Pope John VIII was the bishop of Rome and ruler of the Papal States from 14 December 872 to his death. He is often considered one of the most able popes of the 9th century.
Summary
Pope John VIII, who reigned as Roman Pontiff from 872–882.
Papacy began
872
Papacy ended
882
