Where was Pius IV a ruler besides the Catholic Church?
The Kingdom of Italy
The Papal States
The Republic of Venice
The Duchy of Milan
Answer
Pius IV, born Giovanni Angelo Medici, served as the ruler of the Papal States, a historical territory centered around Rome, in addition to his role as the head of the Catholic Church. The Papal States encompassed various regions in central Italy and held significant political and economic power during that era.
Pope Pius IV: Unveiling the Papal Powerhouse
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