1191 papal election
The 1191 papal election (held on 21st March, 1191) took place after the death of Pope Clement III and chose the 85-year-old Cardinal Giacinto Bobone Orsini, who took the name Celestine III.
Papal election 1191 | |
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Dates and location | |
21 March 1191 | |
Key officials | |
Protodeacon | Giacinto Bobone |
Elected pope | |
Giacinto Bobone Name taken: Celestine III | |
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