Construction of Papal Palace
Benedict began construction of the major papal palace at Avignon.
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1339 in France
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Historical records for France in 1339
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Eastern Church Union Negotiations
Benedict pursued discussions about reunion with the Eastern Church through an envoy of Emperor Andronikos III.
Expands Papal Residence
The pope directed work on the fortress like papal residence that became the core of the Palace of the Popes at Avignon.
Oversees Palace Defences
The new papal building programme combined residential facilities with substantial defensive structures around the court.
Receives Byzantine Diplomatic Approaches
Byzantine contacts encouraged discussion of closer relations between the Latin and Greek churches during his pontificate.
Support for Armenia
Benedict provided aid to the Armenian Church while seeking to address doctrinal and political difficulties there.
Support for Iberian Campaign
Benedict encouraged Christian resistance in the Iberian Peninsula after a renewed Muslim invasion.
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