Constitution of Italy
Decrees papal elections should be conducted by the College of Cardinals
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1059 in Italy
Explore 7 historical events and records for Italy in 1059.
Historical records for Italy in 1059
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April
Election
Decrees papal elections should be conducted by the College of Cardinals
Reform of Papal Elections
Decrees papal elections should be conducted by the College of Cardinals
Other events (month unknown)
Alliance Nicholas II, Robert Guiscard and Richard of Capua
Confirms Robert Guiscard & Richard of Capua in possession of land in south Italy
Marriage
Pope Nicholas II lifts the Papal ban on William I marrying Matilda
Papal Bull
Precipitates a break with the Emperor & the German Bishops. Establishes a procedure for electing Popes by Cardinals
Pope
Appointed Pope, a victory for the reformist party within the Church & pro-Norman
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