Cardinal
Appointed Cardinal
Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03
Benedict XVI Biography and Timeline
Follow Benedict XVI through 4 dated historical records for Italy.
Benedict XVI, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
4Distinct records
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1977–2002Years on this page
1977
1981
Prefect of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith
Appointed Prefect of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith by John Paul II
1998
Vice Dean
Appointed Vice Dean of the College of Cardinals
Role range: 2005-
2002
Dean of College of Cardinals
Appointed Dean of the College of Cardinals
Records, sources and methodology
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