Avignon Papacy (jan 1, 1309 – jan 1, 1376)
Description:
After one pope was imprisoned, a later one was elected under military pressure. Clement V moved to Avignon, France, for safety and stability. And so the papacy would be under French control.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1309
jan 1, 1376
~ 67 years