Papal election, 1191
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The papal election of 21 March 1191 took place after the death of pope Clement III
and chose the 85-year-old pope Celestine III
as his successor.
Pope Clement III
Pope Clement III , born Paulino Scolari, was elected Pope on December 19, 1187 and reigned until his death.-Cardinal:...
and chose the 85-year-old pope Celestine III
Pope Celestine III
Pope Celestine III , born Giacinto Bobone, was elected Pope on March 21, 1191, and reigned until his death. He was born into the noble Orsini family in Rome, though he was only a cardinal deacon before becoming Pope...
as his successor.