Who helped assemble the Conclave of Cardinals that elected Pope John XXII?
King Edward II
Count Philip of Poitiers
King Louis X
King Charles IV
Answer
Count Philip of Poitiers was the French nobleman who helped assemble the Conclave of Cardinals that elected Pope John XXII. He was a powerful figure in the French court and was able to use his influence to ensure that the pope was someone who would be favorable to the French monarchy.
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