Historical FigureMale
Pius XI.
1857 – 1939
About this person
Wikipedia SummaryPope Pius XI was head of the Catholic Church from 6 February 1922 until his death in February 1939. He was also the first sovereign of Vatican City upon its creation on 11 February 1929.
Biographical & Professional Details
Date of birth
May 31, 1857
Desio
Date of death
February 10, 1939
Vatican City
Citizenship
Kingdom of Italy · Vatican City
Occupations & fields
Latin Catholic priestlibrarianmountaineerCatholic bishopmissionarynuncio
Awards & honours
Order of the White Eagle
- Field and occupation
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