Holy See

Historical eventJune 141966

Holy See

The Vatican formally abolished its 427-year-old list of prohibited books (title page pictured).

60th anniversary in 2026

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In context

When
Tuesday, June 14 196660 years ago
Category
Historical eventA dated happening — a battle, treaty, launch, discovery, disaster or decision — recorded on this calendar day.
Era
20th century · 1960s
Anniversary
60th in 2026
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Dates: From 1966.

What happened

The Holy See, also called the See of Rome, the Petrine See or the Apostolic See, is the central governing body of the Catholic Church and Vatican City. It encompasses the office of the pope as the bishop of the apostolic episcopal see of Rome, and serves as the spiritual and administrative authority of the worldwide Catholic Church and Vatican City. Under international law, the Holy See holds the status of a sovereign juridical entity.

June 14 through the years

Other entries on the same calendar day, in order.

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When did Holy See happen?

June 14 1966 — 60 years ago, on a Tuesday.

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