Pope VI, born Giovanni Battista Montini in 1897, served as the head of the Roman Catholic Church from 1963 until his death in 1978. He is best known for continuing the work of the Second Vatican Council, which aimed to modernize the Church and improve relations with other faiths. His papacy focused on social justice, peace, and the promotion of human rights. During his time as pope, he was the first to travel extensively, visiting six continents and engaging with global issues. Pope VI also emphasized the importance of dialogue and understanding, particularly in the context of the Cold War and interfaith relations.