He and the French popes who succeeded him were completely under the influence of the kings of France .
Benedict XI 's successor , Clement V removed the papal seat from Rome to Avignon , inaugurating the period sometimes known as the Babylonian Captivity .
Benedict XI and the French popes who succeeded Benedict XI were completely under the influence of the kings of France .
Benedict XI 's successor , Clement V removed the papal seat from Rome to Avignon , inaugurating the period sometimes known as the Babylonian Captivity .