Pope Benedict XV

Pope Benedict XV

religious leader Italy

Pope Benedict XV, born Giacomo della Chiesa in 1854, served as the pope from 1914 until his death in 1922. He is known for his efforts during World War I to promote peace and humanitarian aid, advocating for reconciliation among nations. Benedict XV sought to address the suffering caused by the war and was a proponent of social justice and the pastoral care of the faithful. His papacy was marked by the establishment of several missionary initiatives and the enhancement of the Catholic Church's role in international diplomacy.

Born on Nov 21, 1854 (170 years old)

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Kenya Kenya: Pope Benedict XV canonized Joan of Arc in 1920. 7

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Tanzania Tanzania: A statue of Mary, Queen of Peace, was commissioned by Pope Benedict XV in 1918 to ask God to end World War One. 5

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