Antipope Paschal III

Antipope Paschal III (or Paschal III) (c.111020 September 1168) was a 12th-century clergyman who, from 1164 to 1168, was the second antipope to challenge the reign of Pope Alexander III. He had previously served as Cardinal of St. Maria.

Antipope

Paschal III
Papacy began22 April [O.S. 15 April] 1164 (1164-04-22)
Papacy ended20 September [O.S. 13 September] 1168 (1168-09-21)
PredecessorRoman claimant:
Alexander III
Antipapal claimant:
Victor IV
SuccessorRoman claimant:
Alexander III
Antipapal claimant:
Callixtus III
Opposed toAlexander III
Other post(s)Cardinal of St. Maria
Personal details
Born
Guido of Crema

c. 1110
Died20 September [O.S. 13 September] 1168 (1168-09-21)
Rome
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