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Gregory X's papal election was characterized as the longest in history. True or false?

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True. The papal election of 1268-1271, which resulted in the election of Gregory X, holds the record for the longest conclave in history. Lasting over two years, the cardinals struggled to reach a consensus due to political divisions and external influences. Gregory X's eventual election brought about significant changes to papal elections, including the introduction of rules aimed at expediting the process and reducing the influence of external factors.
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