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Antipope John XXIII
The Italian-born cardinal Baldassare Cossa was elected antipope John XXIII in 1410 during the Western Schism.…
Timeline
- 1414–1415Constance · SwabiaThe ecumenical council was convened jointly in the name of Emperor Sigismund and John XXIII; he initially hoped to use the council to consolidate his position, but soon became embroiled in a power struggle with the representatives of various nations and Sigismund at the council.
- 1415–1419Mantua · LombardyIn May 1415 he was forced to sign an instrument of abdication and was subsequently imprisoned; though briefly released, he ultimately died in 1419 under house arrest, his deposition paving the way for the council to remove the schismatic popes and proceed with the election of a legitimate pope.
Sources
- John (XXIII) https://www.britannica.com/biography/John-XXIII-antipope
- Council of Constance https://www.britannica.com/event/Council-of-Constance