Pope Clement V was head of the Catholic Church and ruler of the Papal States from 1305 until his death. He is remembered for suppressing the order of the Knights Templar and allowing the execution of many of its members. A Frenchman by birth, Clement moved the Papacy from Rome to Avignon, ushering in the period known as the Avignon Papacy.
Pope Clement V (born 1264)
Pope Clement V (born 1264)
On April 20, in the year 1314, Pope Clement V (born 1264). This event is recorded as a Notable Deaths event in the history of April 20, one of 323 recorded events on this date across all of history.
1 notable person is associated with this event, including Pope Clement V. Learn more below.
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- This event took place on April 20, 1314 (AD era).
- It is categorised as a Notable Deaths event in recorded history.
- Referenced in 1 Wikipedia article.
- 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
- Wikipedia source last updated on 4 April 2026.
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