Antoine Daniel

French-Canadian missionary and saint

Antoine Daniel - French-Canadian missionary and saint
Born

May 27th, 1601
423 years ago

Died

July 4th, 1648
376 years ago — 47 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

Canada

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Ordained as a Jesuit priest, dedicated life to missionary work in New France. Established missions among the Huron people in the region now known as Ontario. Faced significant challenges, including hostility from opposing tribes and disease. Martyred in 1648 during an attack by the Iroquois. Canonized by the Catholic Church in 1930.

Established missions among the Huron people

Martyred in 1648 during an Iroquois attack

Canonized as a saint in 1930

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