Gregory V

Pope and ruler of the Papal States (c.972-999) (r.996-999)

b. 972 · d. 23 Feb 999

138th Bishop of Rome (Pope) · 8 May 996–18 Feb 999

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Pope Gregory V, born Bruno of Carinthia, was the bishop of Rome and ruler of the Papal States from 3 May 996 to his death. A member of the Salian dynasty, he was made pope by his cousin, Emperor Otto III.

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