- As of this writing Pius will be portrayed by either Jason Miller or David Sherrick in a new musical play "In Hell With Harlow" written by Best Selling Author Paul L. Williams and Directed by Paul Winarski.
- Elected pope on his birthday, March 2, 1939, the first day of the conclave of cardinals, succeeding Pope Pius XI.
- Ordained a priest on April 2, 1899.
- Became a monsignor in 1905.
- Consecrated a bishop on May 13, 1917, the first day of the Marian apparitions at Fatima, Portugal.
- Elevated to cardinal on December 16, 1929.
- Was the first Roman to be elected pope since 1730.
- Visited the United States in 1936 and received a honorary doctorate from the University of Notre Dame.
- Succeeded by Pope John XXIII
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