Thomas Becket
Politician
1118 – 1170
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Who was Thomas Becket?
Thomas Becket was Archbishop of Canterbury from 1162 until his murder in 1170. He is venerated as a saint and martyr by both the Catholic Church and the Anglican Communion. He engaged in conflict with Henry II of England over the rights and privileges of the Church and was murdered by followers of the king in Canterbury Cathedral. Soon after his death, he was canonised by Pope Alexander III.
Famous Quotes:
- If all the swords in England were pointed against my head, your threats would not move me.
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- Born
- Dec 21, 1118
Cheapside - Also known as
- Saint Thomas of Canterbury
- Thomas of London
- Thomas à Becket
- Parents
- Religion
- Catholicism
- Nationality
- Kingdom of England
- Profession
- Education
- University of Paris
- Merton Priory
- Lived in
- London
- Died
- Dec 29, 1170
Canterbury - Resting place
- Canterbury Cathedral
Submitted
on July 23, 2013
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