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Which Pope appointed Wolsey as a cardinal?

  • Pope Julius II

  • Pope Alexander VI

  • Pope Leo X

  • Pope Clement VII

Answer

Pope Leo X, born Giovanni de' Medici, was the one who elevated Thomas Wolsey to the esteemed rank of cardinal. This momentous event occurred in the year 1515, recognizing Wolsey's exceptional contributions to the Catholic Church and his unwavering loyalty to the papacy. Leo X's decision solidified Wolsey's position as a pivotal figure within the ecclesiastical hierarchy, granting him immense influence and prestige in both religious and political spheres.
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