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Opening of the Council of Constance

Opening of the Council of Constance

The Council of Constance officially opens with a grand ceremonial procession and invocation, marking the beginning of a pivotal gathering aimed at resolving the Western Schism and reforming the Church

Year 1414
Date 11/5
Location Konstanz Cathedral, Konstanz, Holy Roman Empire
Layer 2
Visibility PUBLIC

Key Figures

Cardinal Legate Bishop Imperial Herald Monastic Scribe Cathedral Guard

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