Pope Anastasius III facts for kids
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| Papacy began | April 911 |
| Papacy ended | June 913 |
| Predecessor | Sergius III |
| Successor | Lando |
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| Birth name | Anastasius |
| Born | ??? Rome, Papal States |
| Died | June 913 Rome, Papal States |
| Other Popes named Anastasius | |
Pope Anastasius III was an important leader of the Catholic Church. He was the 121st Pope. He served from 911 until he passed away in 913.
Pope Anastasius III
Early Life
Anastasius III was born in the city of Rome. Not much is known about his early life before he became Pope.
His Time as Pope
Anastasius III became Pope in the year 911. During his time as Pope, powerful families in Rome had a lot of influence over the Papacy. One of these was the Theophylact family.
He worked to help develop the dioceses (church districts) in Germany. He was buried in St. Peter's Basilica in Rome after his death in June 913.
Related Information
Emblem of the popes
| Preceded by Sergius III |
Pope 911-913 |
Succeeded by Lando |
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