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Forgotten Footnotes
By ReginaldHistory
Forgotten Footnotes episodes
- The Cadaver Synod: The Trial of a Dead Pope
In 897, Pope Formosus became the central figure in one of the strangest events in Church history—the Cadaver Synod. After his death, his body was exhumed, dressed in full papal regalia, and put on trial for various crimes. With cardinals and archbishops going along with this bizarre charade, Formosus was found guilty, stripped of his papal title, and thrown into the Tiber River. Discover the unsettling and absurd story behind this infamous trial in this short history lesson.
7 min
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Step into the curious and often bizarre corners of history with Forgotten Footnotes. In each episode, we uncover strange events, peculiar figures, and unbelievable moments that rarely make the…
headlines of history books. From popes on trial long after death to wars started over stray dogs, we dive deep into the forgotten and the absurd. Whether you’re a history buff or just love a good story, Forgotten Footnotes brings the oddities of the past to life with sharp wit and a touch of dark humor.