World History Moment: The Lateran Treaty
World History Moment: The Lateran Treaty
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The Lateran Treaty dates back to February 11, 1929. Under the treaty, Pope Pius XI was given full sovereignty over the tiny Vatican City State.
Historian John Schmidt recalls what happened during the negotiations.