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How did the procedure of the cardinals electing the pope begin?

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How did the procedure of the cardinals electing the pope begin?

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The Conclave of Cardinals electing the Pope in its present state started in 1271. Essentially it was put in place as the last Conclave took over two years and nine months to elect the last Pope. I have attached a link that will give you a more in depth history.