Pope Julius II (c. 5 December 1443 – 21 February 1513), nicknamed Il Papa Terribile (The Terrible Pope), was born Giuliano della Rovere. He was Pope from 1503 to 1513. His reign was marked by an aggressive foreign policy, ambitious building projects, and patronage for the arts.
There is disagreement about Julius' date of birth. Some sources put his birth as late as 1453....
Date of birth:
- Dec 5, 1443
Profession:
Date of death:
- Feb 21, 1513
Also known as:
- Il Papa Terribile,
- Giuliano della Rovere
