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Sergius II

Pope 844 to 47. Opposed by John, antipope.

“Date of birth unknown; consecrated in 844, apparently in January; d. 27 Jan., 847.”

Catholic Encyclopedia (1913)1

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

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