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Opening of the Council of Constance

Opening of the Council of Constance

The Council of Constance begins in 1414, with the Catholic Church's highest officials gathered in Konstanz Cathedral to resolve the Western Schism, which has divided Christendom into three rival popes

Year 1414
Date 11/5
Location Konstanz Cathedral, Konstanz, Germany
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Key Figures

Cardinal Pierre d'Ailly Emperor Sigismund Bishop of Konstanz Dominican Friar Imperial Guard

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