Pope Martin V

Pope Martin V, born Otto Colonna, was born to a noble family in Genazzano, near Rome, in the Papal States.

Otto Colonna begins his higher education at the University of Perugia, focusing on law and theology.

After completing his studies, Otto Colonna joins the Roman Curia, beginning his career in the Church administration.

Otto Colonna is appointed as a Cardinal Deacon by Pope Boniface IX, marking a significant step in his ecclesiastical career.

During the Western Schism, Otto Colonna supports Antipope Benedict XIII, reflecting the complex political landscape of the time.

Otto Colonna joins the Council of Pisa, which aims to resolve the Western Schism by deposing all claimants to the papacy.

Otto Colonna is elected as a Cardinal Bishop, further solidifying his position within the Church hierarchy.

Otto Colonna attends the Council of Constance, which plays a crucial role in ending the Western Schism and electing a new pope.

Otto Colonna is elected as Pope Martin V, becoming the first pope to be recognized by all factions, effectively ending the Western Schism.

Pope Martin V returns to Rome, re-establishing the papal seat in the city after years of absence during the Schism.

Pope Martin V convenes the Council of Pavia to address ongoing issues within the Church and to continue the reforms started at Constance.

Pope Martin V establishes the Vatican Library, significantly contributing to the preservation and dissemination of knowledge.

Pope Martin V works to promote peace and stability in Italy, negotiating treaties and alliances to reduce conflicts.

Pope Martin V issues a bull condemning the Hussite heresy, reaffirming the Church's stance on doctrinal matters.

Pope Martin V dies in Rome, having successfully reunified the Catholic Church and laid the groundwork for future reforms.