Paul VI, Saint

Paul VI, Saint, 1897–1978, pope (1963–78), an Italian (b. Concesio, near Brescia) named Giovanni Battista Montini; successor of John XXIII.

Sections in this article:

• Introduction
• Reassertions of Papal Primacy
• International Relations
• The Second Vatican Council
• Prepapal Career
• Bibliography

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