Adrian I begins his reign as pope of the Catholic Church
The pope is the bishop of Rome and the head of the worldwide Catholic Church. He is also known as the supreme pontiff, Roman pontiff, or sovereign pontiff.
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Adrian I begins his reign as pope of the Catholic Church
The pope is the bishop of Rome and the head of the worldwide Catholic Church. He is also known as the supreme pontiff, Roman pontiff, or sovereign pontiff.
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- In 772, there were 1 significant historical event. Notable events include Adrian I begins his reign as pope of the Catholic Church.