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Paul V

Pope 1605 to 21.

“Born at Rome, 17 Sept., 1550; elected 16 May, 1605; died 28 Jan., 1621.”

Catholic Encyclopedia (1913)1

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Notes

  1. Catholic Encyclopedia (1913), “Pope Paul V”. New Advent edition. newadvent.org

Dates follow the Catholic Encyclopedia’s list of popes; for the earliest popes they are traditional. Photo credits.