Saint Dionysius elected as Pope, succeeding Sixtus II
Pope Dionysius was the bishop of Rome from 22 July 259 AD to his death on 26 December 268.
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Saint Dionysius elected as Pope, succeeding Sixtus II
Pope Dionysius was the bishop of Rome from 22 July 259 AD to his death on 26 December 268.
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- What happened in 259?
- In 259, there were 1 significant historical event. Notable events include Saint Dionysius elected as Pope, succeeding Sixtus II.