Pope Innocent IV Arrives at Lyon

Date: December 2, 1244 • Location: Lyon, France

Pope Innocent IV arrives at Lyon for the First Council of Lyon.

Pope Innocent IV, born Sinibaldo Fieschi, was head of the Catholic Church and ruler of the Papal States from 25 June 1243 to his death in 1254.

This milestone marked a defining occurrence in France's and world history, leaving an indelible imprint on societal development, international relations, and cultural memory. Its enduring ramifications continue to be examined and commemorated by historians and scholars across the globe.