Adrian II | |
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Bishop of Rome | |
Church | Catholic Church |
Papacy began | 14 December 867[1] |
Papacy ended | 14 December 872 |
Predecessor | Nicholas I |
Successor | John VIII |
Personal details | |
Born | 792 |
Died | 14 December 872 Rome, Papal States | (aged 79–80)
Spouse | Stephania |
Children | 1 |
Other popes named Adrian |
Pope Adrian II (Latin: Adrianus II; also Hadrian II; 792 – 14 December 872) was the bishop of Rome and ruler of the Papal States from 867 to his death. He continued the policy of his predecessor, Nicholas I. Despite seeking good relations with Louis II of Italy, he was placed under surveillance, and his wife and daughters were killed by Louis' supporters.