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Pope Alexander VI, born Rodrigo Borgia, ascended to the papacy in 1492 and left a complex legacy. His tenure saw efforts to combat crime in Rome, patronage of the arts, and significant influence on the Age of Exploration with the 'Inter Caetera' bull. Despite attempts at Church reform, his reign was tainted by scandals such as nepotism and the Banquet of Chestnuts. His mysterious death in 1503 preceded the election of Julius II.
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Rodrigo Borgia was born into a prominent family in Xàtiva, Spain and was aided by his uncle in his rise to power
Studies and Appointment as Cardinal
After completing his studies in law, Rodrigo Borgia was appointed as a cardinal
Vice-Chancellor of the Church
Borgia served as Vice-Chancellor of the Church for five papacies before being elected Pope
In 1492, at the age of 61, Rodrigo Borgia was elected Pope Alexander VI
Pope Alexander VI reorganized the city's security and judicial systems, leading to a decrease in crime
Founding of Universities
Alexander VI founded the University of Rome and supported the establishment of other educational institutions
Cultural Improvements
The Pope commissioned improvements to the Vatican palaces and the Castel Sant'Angelo
Alexander VI used his political skills to manage the dynamics of Italian and European politics, including granting Spain rights to claim new lands in the Americas
The Pope appointed several relatives to high-ranking positions within the Church, leading to accusations of nepotism
Banquet of Chestnuts
The notorious banquet was rumored to involve promiscuous activities and courtesans
Excommunication and Papal Bulls
Alexander VI's excommunication of a reformist friar and issuance of Papal Bulls endorsing the subjugation of indigenous peoples have been condemned by historians
The Pope's sudden death in 1503 led to the election of Julius II, who continued his political influence and patronage of the arts
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______, who would later be known as ______ ______, was born on ______ ______, ______, in ______, which is now part of present-day ______.
Rodrigo Borgia
Pope Alexander VI
January 1
1431
Xàtiva
Spain
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Pope Alexander VI's strategy for Rome's security
Reorganized city into districts with dedicated police and courts.
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Pope Alexander VI's contributions to education
Founded University of Rome, supported University of Valencia and King's College Aberdeen.
