Stephen II, Pope (Papal States) : All Data
Stephen II was the Pope who ruled over the Papal States from 754 to 757. During his tenure, he faced significant challenges, including the Lombard threat. In 754, he sought the aid of the Frankish king, Pepin the Short, leading to the establishment of the Papal States as a territorial power. This alliance proved crucial in the ongoing conflict with the Lombards, culminating in the Lombard War of 756-757, where Pepin's forces defeated the Lombards and secured the Papal States' independence. Stephen II's reign marked a turning point in the Papal States' history, solidifying their political and territorial influence in the region.






























