Adjutor

French knight and saint

Adjutor - French knight and saint
Born

None
None years ago

Died

April 30th, 1131
894 years ago — None years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

France

Links & References

Served as a knight in the 12th century, dedicated life to military service and religious devotion. Venerated as a saint after death, which emphasized the combination of faith and valor. Belief in the miraculous powers attributed to his intercession contributed to his sainthood.

Served as a knight in the Crusades

Venerated as a saint posthumously

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