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Clement V

Type Figure Region Europe Time 1264–1314 Also known as Clement V

Clement V (c. 1264–1314), born Bertrand de Got, was a French pope who reigned 1305–1314.…

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  1. 1264–1305Villandraut · GasconyBertrand de Got was born into a Gascon noble family, held offices including Archbishop of Bordeaux, and gradually accumulated political influence between the Church and French royal power.
  2. 1305–1314Avignon · ProvenceAfter being elected pope in 1305, he resided long-term in Avignon, cooperated with Philip IV in handling the Knights Templar case, and presided over the Council of Vienne in 1311–1312, formally suppressing the order.

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