Pope Pius II
Pope Pius II, born Enea Silvio Piccolomini in 1405, was an Italian priest and humanist who became the 210th pope of the Roman Catholic Church. He is best known for founding the University of Basel in 1460 and for his efforts to promote a crusade against the Ottoman Empire. His papacy is often characterized by his commitment to education and scholarship, as well as his diplomatic endeavors to unite Christian states against common threats.
Born on Aug 18, 1405 (619 years old)
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Pope Pius II himself wrote an account of the conclave that elected him in 1458, describing how some of the 18 cardinal-electors tried to use bribery, begging, or threats to acquire votes.
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Pope Pius II founded the famous University of Basel.
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