Pope Boniface VIII

Pope Boniface VIII was the Pope of the Catholic Church from 1294 to 1303. He was a prominent figure in the Catholic Church during the late 13th century. Born in Anagni, Italy in 1235, Pope Boniface VIII was a skilled politician and diplomat who played a significant role in the politics of the Catholic Church. He was a strong advocate for the power of the Pope and the Catholic Church. Pope Boniface VIII was also known for his controversy with Dante Alighieri, who criticized him in his work, The Divine Comedy.