Agapetus II, Pope (Papal States) : All Data

Agapetus II was the Pope who ruled over the Papal States from 946 to 955. During his tenure, he faced several significant conflicts, including the Saracen raid on Rome in 947 and the Byzantine invasion of southern Italy in 949. These wars posed a threat to the Papal States and required Agapetus II to navigate diplomatic negotiations and military defenses to protect the region. Despite the challenges, Agapetus II successfully defended the Papal States and maintained the authority of the Church during his reign.