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Death of Leo XI
- When
- 27 April 1605
- Where
- Rome
- Part of
- Papal Succession of 1605
Pope Leo XI died on 27 April 1605, ending one of the briefest pontificates in history.
Leo XI's pontificate lasted under a month. He died on 27 April 1605, just weeks after his election and coronation. His death triggered the next papal conclave to select his successor.
Sources
- Pope Leo XI Wikipedia, revision of 2026-07-03
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