Pius XI

Pius XI, 1857–1939, pope (1922–39), an Italian named Achille Ratti, b. Desio, near Milan; successor of Benedict XV.

Sections in this article:

• Introduction
• Papacy
• Prepapal Career
• Bibliography

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