Pope Nicholas II
Former head of the Catholic Church
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Pope Nicholas II, otherwise known as Gerard of Burgundy, was the head of the Catholic Church and ruler of the Papal States from 24 January 1059 until his death in 27 July 1061. At the time of his election, he was bishop of Florence. Wikipedia
Born: Château de Chevron
Died: July 27, 1061, Florence, Italy
Place of burial: Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Florence, Italy
Church: Catholic Church
Papacy began: 24 January 1059
Papacy ended: 27 July 1061
Predecessor: Stephen IX