From his Chicago roots—and baseball allegiance—to his close-knit family, the backstory of newly-elected Pope Leo XIV has captivated people around the world.
But what if we told you his regnal name holds its own fascinating place in history? Just ask Attila the Hun.
In this episode of the I Never Knew That video series, Biography.com editor Tyler sifts through more than 15 centuries of Roman Catholic Church history to explore the unique accomplishments of other Pope Leos. From stopping armed conflict to utilizing new technology, their feats are more surprising than you think.
Thank you for watching, and let us know if you enjoyed this journey through papal history at editor@biography.com! Be sure to catch up with our previous episode about aviation pioneer Wilbur Wright and his run-in with a notorious killer.
Tyler Piccotti joined the Biography.com staff as an Associate News Editor and is now the News and Culture Editor. He previously worked as a reporter and copy editor for a daily newspaper recognized by the Associated Press Sports Editors. In his current role, he shares the true stories behind your favorite movies and TV shows and profiles rising musicians, actors, and athletes. When he's not working, you can find him at the nearest amusement park or movie theater and cheering on his favorite teams.
