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 wears a police cap as he meets a former Australian police officer at the Kenthurst Study Center in Sydney on July 16, 2008.
