Antipope Clement VII was a significant figure in the history of the Catholic Church during the 14th century. He was elected in 1378 as a rival to Pope Urban VI amid the political turmoil of the Western Schism, which divided the Church between multiple claimants to the papacy. Clement VII established his papal court in Avignon, France, where he sought to gain support from various European powers. His reign lasted until 1394, during which he faced challenges in legitimizing his authority. The schism created confusion among the faithful, as different regions recognized different popes. Ultimately, Clement VII's claim to the papacy was never universally accepted, and he is remembered as one of the key figures in this complex period of Church history.