Tomori, Pál (?, around 1475 – Mohács, 29. August 1526.) hailed from a lower noble family and began his professional journey as a provincial treasurer. Between 1501 and 1519, he served as the steward of the board of salt and as castellan of several castles, eventually becoming the castellan of the royal capital.
In 1520, following a series of political setbacks and the loss of two brides, he took refuge in a Franciscan cloister. Amidst the advancing Turkish forces, he was appointed both the Archbishop of Kalocsa and the chief commander by papal decree. Starting in 1522, he bravely led military campaigns against the Turks, maintaining strict discipline within his ranks. Despite support from the papal nuncio, he struggled to secure cooperation from Hungarian feudal barons, who failed to provide the necessary financial support.
Tomori earned great respect for his military achievements prior to the Battle of Mohács and for his honorable conduct among the often self-serving landlords. Although he opposed the battle, he ultimately obeyed the orders of the royal war council. He fought valiantly during the battle but was killed in action. Following his death, the Sultan had Tomori's head displayed in his camp as a grim trophy of victory.

(Source: Hungarian Encyclopedia of Biographies)