Son of Giovanni Antonio Carafa and Vittoria Camponeschi, he became pope in 1555. His pontificate was marked by intransigent policies, the repression of heresy, and severe political tensions.
PAULUS IV
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Son of Giovanni Antonio Carafa and Vittoria Camponeschi, he became pope in 1555. His pontificate was marked by intransigent policies, the repression of heresy, and severe political tensions.