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politician

Pius IX

Politician · born May 13, 1792 · died 1878

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Pope Pius IX was head of the Catholic Church from 16 June 1846 until his death in February 1878.

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Milestones, by age

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  1. 48Became cardinal priestDecember 14, 1840
  2. 54Became PopeJune 16, 1846

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