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Innocent III becomes Pope and recognizes the sovereignty of Serbia, Hungary, and Bulgaria —all of which have been refused recognition by the Byzantines. Innocent calls for another crusade but finds little enthusiasm for the endeavor. During his pontificate, which lasts until 1216, the exercise of papal authority over secular rulers reaches its height.
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