The Great Schism

How the Great Schism come about.

Jan 1, 1305

The Great Schism started when there were two popes. They each declared each other as false popes, excommunicating his rival. The French pope lived in Avignon, while the Italian pope lived in Rome.

Who was involved.

Jan 1, 1389

Pope Urban and Clement

How it was resolved.

Jan 1, 1414

There were a total of three popes and with the hlep of the Holy Roman Emperor, the council forced all three popes to resign.