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Pope Pelagius II

63rd pope

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Pope Pelagius II was the 63rd pope of the Catholic Church, from 30 November 579 to 7 February 590. He was born in Rome.

Pontificate: 30 November 579 – 7 February 590 (10 years, 2 months)
Born: c. 520, Rome
Died: 11 February 590, Rome
Preceded by: Pope Benedict I
Succeeded by: Pope Gregory I
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