John XXII, Pope (Papal States) : All Data

John XXII was the Pope who ruled over the Papal States from 1316 to 1334. During his tenure, he faced several significant conflicts, including the War of Saint-Sardos (1323-1325) and the War of the Eight Saints (1328-1330). The War of Saint-Sardos erupted between the Papal States and the Kingdom of France, resulting in a papal victory and the restoration of papal authority in the region. The War of the Eight Saints, on the other hand, was a conflict between Pope John XXII and a group of Italian city-states seeking to limit papal power. Despite initial setbacks, the Pope ultimately emerged victorious, solidifying his authority over the Papal States.