Papacy of Benedict VIII begins 1012
18 May 1012
On the 18th of May 1012 Theophylact became Pope Benedict VIII ⓘ,1 he was probably born in the year 980. He remained on good terms with the Holy Roman Emperor Henry II ⓘ of Germany for his entire pontificate.
Associated with: Pope Benedict VIII, Holy Roman Emperor Henry II
Campaigns: Papal elections
