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To whom did Pope Callixtus III negotiate a reconciliation that led to his promotion as Bishop?

  • Alfonso and Pope Martin V

  • King Ferdinand and Alfonso

  • Alfonso and his son

  • Alfonso and the King of England

Answer

Pope Callixtus III negotiated a reconciliation between Alfonso and Pope Martin V that led to his promotion as Bishop. Alfonso was a powerful nobleman in the Papal States who had been excommunicated by Pope Martin V. Callixtus III convinced Alfonso to return to the Catholic Church and to support Martin V. As a reward, Callixtus III appointed Alfonso as Bishop of Pamplona.
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