Edward James
English priest and martyr
Born
1557
469 years ago
Died
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
England
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Ordained as a priest, contributed to religious services and teachings during a time of significant religious turmoil in England. Actively opposed the Protestant Reformation, which led to imprisonment. Executed for refusing to recognize the authority of the Church of England, affirming commitment to Catholicism and the Pope.
Executed in 1588 for religious beliefs
Opposed the Protestant Reformation
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