Daily Time Capsule

On This Day: Pope John Paul II Forgave Mehmet Ali Ağca - December 27, 1983

Hey!

Welcome to We love the Eighties Community!

Thanks for visiting our 80s paradise. At We Love the Eighties we celebrate everything that made the 1980s unforgettable, from classic music and blockbuster movies to retro TV shows, vintage video games, pop culture icons, and bold fashion trends. Take a trip down memory lane with our Retro Rewind flashbacks, join in on nostalgic forum discussions, and share your favorite memories from the greatest decade ever. Guests can browse a few threads, but full access requires registration. Ready to relive the magic of the 80s? Sign up today and become part of our passionate eighties community.
Register Log in
Pete

Pete

Mr. Eighties
Joined
Apr 29, 2023
Messages
11,640
Reaction score
472
Credits
75
IMG_4949.jpeg
​
On this day, December 27, 1983, Pope John Paul II made a historic visit to the prison where Mehmet Ali Ağca was held after shooting him in St. Peter’s Square in 1981. During their meeting, the Pope forgave Ağca for his actions, showcasing an extraordinary act of mercy and reconciliation.

Ağca, who referred to the Pope as “the masked leader of the crusades,” was eventually released from prison in 2020.
 
Back
Top