From the mighty mitre to more whimsical sombreros, Pope Benedict has long adorned himself with headgear worthy of His Holiness. Some towered tall above him. Others enveloped his head. All served to showcase his status as the pontiff of the Roman Catholic church.
Hanging Up His Hat: Pope Benedict’s History of Fanciful Headwear
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Pope Benedict XVI celebrates the holy mass on the Islinger Feld on Sept. 12, 2006.