Pope Leo VI facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Pope Leo VI
Papacy began	June 928
Papacy ended	February 929
Predecessor	John X
Successor	Stephen VII
Personal details
Birth name	Leo Sanguini
Born	??? Rome, Papal States
Died	February 929 Rome, Papal States

Pope Leo VI was the leader of the Roman Catholic Church from June 928 until February 929. He was the Pope for only about seven months.

Early Life and Election

Leo VI was born in Rome, which was part of the Papal States at the time. His birth name was Leo Sanguini, and he was believed to be a member of the Sanguini family.

Before he became Pope, Leo VI was a cardinal-priest. This means he was a high-ranking priest in charge of the church of Santa Susanna in Rome. He was chosen to be Pope in June 928.

Time as Pope

Pope Leo VI's time as Pope was very short. He served for less than a year. During this period, the Popes had less power than in other times in history.

Death and Burial

Pope Leo VI died in February 929, still in Rome. He was buried in St. Peter's Basilica, a very famous and important church in Rome. After his death, Pope Stephen VII became the next Pope.

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