Unusual moments in papal history

POSTED: 12:56 PM Feb 11 2013   UPDATED: 11:12 AM Feb 12 2013
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From resignations to drownings and beheadings, the papacy is full of unusual and surprising moments.

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Pope Benedict XVI surprised many with his announcement that he is resigning, although he's certainly not the first. Here's a look back at other unusual and surprising moments in the history of the papacy.

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