Gabriel Lalemant
French missionary and martyr
Born
October 3rd, 1610
414 years ago
Died
March 17th, 1649
376 years ago — 38 years old
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
Canada
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Lalemant served as a Jesuit missionary in New France, dedicating years to evangelizing Indigenous peoples. He was assigned to the Huron mission, where he focused on establishing connections with local tribes and teaching Christianity. Lalemant faced significant challenges, including conflicts and the spread of diseases among Indigenous communities. He was martyred during an Iroquois raid while attempting to aid Huron Christians, becoming one of the Canadian Martyrs. His contributions were recognized officially when he was canonized as a saint.
Missionary work among Indigenous peoples
Martyrdom during an Iroquois raid
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