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Election of Paul IV
- When
- 23 May 1555
- Where
- Rome
- Part of
- Succession of Pope Paul IV
Carafa was elected pope on 23 May 1555, succeeding Marcellus II despite opposition from Charles V.
Influenced by Cardinal Alessandro Farnese, Gian Pietro Carafa was elected pope on 23 May 1555. He was a surprise choice due to his age and character, but his Italian patriotism and anti-Spanish stance were key factors in his selection.
Sources
- Pope Paul IV Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-16
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