Pope Callixtus III (; December 31, 1378–August 6, 1458), born Alfonso de Borja, was an Spanish official of the Roman Catholic Church and the 210th Pope from April 8, 1455 until his death.
Early life
Borja was born near Valencia on December 31, 1378.
Bishop
Martin V named Borja bishop of Valencia in 1429.
Cardinal
In 1444, Eugene IV made Borja or "Borgia" a cardinal.
Pope
After Nicholas V died, Cardinal Borgia was elected pope on April 8, 1455. He chose to be called Callixtus III.
In 1456, Callixtus authorized a review of the trial of Joan of Arc; and she was found innocent.