Karol Jozef Wojtyla
Karol Jozef Wojtyla, born on May 18, 1920, in Wadowice, Poland, became Pope John Paul II on October 16, 1978. He was the first non-Italian pope in 400 years and is renowned for his role in advancing interfaith dialogue and human rights. His papacy was marked by significant travels, including a historic visit to Romania in 1999, fostering relations between the Catholic Church and Orthodox Christianity.
Born on May 18, 1920 (105 years old)
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Karol Jozef Wojtyla became Pope John Paul II and was shocked by the living conditions during his election.
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