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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