The Vatican has had influence over the world for nearly two thousand years. Its power is not based on soldiers, but on religion, money, and diplomacy. From its small territory in Rome, it influences governments, organizations, and billions of believers. Its archives, connections, and faith give it a network that stretches across the entire planet. Whether one believes in the Church's message or not, its power is still tangible.

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