Gregory III begins his reign as Catholic Pope
Elected on 13 March 2013, Francis was the first member of the Society of Jesus to be appointed pope. He was also the first non-European to hold the office since Gregory III (r. 731–741).
Year in History
Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 731. This year saw 1 significant event.
8th Century730s
731 Timeline
Gregory III begins his reign as Catholic Pope
Elected on 13 March 2013, Francis was the first member of the Society of Jesus to be appointed pope. He was also the first non-European to hold the office since Gregory III (r. 731–741).
Events
Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened in 731?
- In 731, there were 1 significant historical event. Notable events include Gregory III begins his reign as Catholic Pope.