Amadeus VIII, nicknamed the Peaceful, was Count of Savoy from 1391 to 1416 and Duke of Savoy from 1416 to 1440. He was the first to hold the ducal title, granted by Emperor Sigismund. Known for his diplomatic temperament and administrative reforms, he strengthened the state's institutions and fostered internal peace.

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Occupation: Christian cleric, hermit
Position held: antipope, cardinal, Q133968651, Cardinal Bishop of Sabina (Vescovio)
Born: September 4, 1383
Died: January 7, 1451

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Amadeus VIII of Savoy

antipope 1439 to 1449, count of Savoy

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Occupation: Christian cleric, hermit
Position held: antipope, cardinal, Q133968651, Cardinal Bishop of Sabina (Vescovio)
Born: September 4, 1383
Died: January 7, 1451

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