John Forest
English friar and martyr
English friar and martyr
1471
555 years ago
Activists & Humanitarians
England
An English friar of the Franciscan order, dedicated to a life of religious service and teaching. During the reign of King Henry VIII, held firm against the king's separation from the Roman Catholic Church. Emphasized the importance of traditional Catholic doctrines, which led to conflicts with the authorities. Arrested in 1538 for opposing the royal Supremacy and advocating for papal authority. Executed by burning in Smithfield, London, becoming a symbol of Catholic resistance during the English Reformation.
Opposed the royal Supremacy
Executed for heresy in 1538
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