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Pope Adrian IV who ruled from about the year 1100 until September 1, 1159, was the only British pope.

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Pope Adrian IV is the first and only British pope.

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Nicholas Breakspear, who reigned as Pope Adrian IV, was the first and only pope from England. He reigned from December 4, 1154, until September 1, 1159.

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