Where Was the New Pope Born
The new pope was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina. He grew up in a working-class neighborhood and later moved to Rome to study and serve in the church.
Early Life and Background
He was born in 1936 and trained as a chemist before entering the seminary. His early life in Argentina shaped his focus on pastoral work and social ministry.
Path to the Papacy
He was appointed bishop, then cardinal, and later became archbishop of Buenos Aires. After his election, he took the papal name Pope Francis and became the first pope from the Americas.
For more background, see the Vatican biography at Vatican Official Website.
