Pope Leo XII was the head of the Roman Catholic Church from 1823 until his death in 1829. Born on August 22, 1760, in Carpineto Romano, Italy, he was originally named Annibale della Genga. He became pope after the death of Pope Pius VII and was known for his conservative policies and efforts to restore the authority of the papacy. During his papacy, Leo XII focused on promoting religious education and moral values. He also worked to strengthen the Church's influence in Europe, particularly in response to the growing secularism of the time. His reign was marked by a commitment to traditional Catholic teachings and the defense of the Church's interests.