POPE
Pope Leo XI
Pope, Bishop of Rome
Pope Leo XI, who reigned as Roman Pontiff from 1605–1605.
background
Pope Leo XI, born Alessandro di Ottaviano de' Medici, was head of the Catholic Church and ruler of the Papal States from 1 April 1605 to his death, on 27 April 1605. His pontificate is one of the briefest in history, lasting under a month. He was from the prominent House of Medici originating from Florence.
summary
Pope Leo XI, who reigned as Roman Pontiff from 1605–1605.
papacy Start
1605
papacy End
1605
birth Name
Alessandro di Ottaviano de' Medici