What was the shortest conclave in history?

The electoral processes for choosing a new pope, known as conclaves, take place in the Vatican after the death or resignation of a pontiff. Choosing a new leader can be a long and unpredictable process. However, there are records of conclaves that stood out for quick decision-making by the College of Cardinals. In 1503, an extraordinarily rapid conclave defined Pius III's successor in just 10 hours. At the time, Giuliano della Rovere, an influen…