John Foxe

English historian and author of Acts and Monuments

John Foxe - Thinkers & Philosophers born 1516
Born

1516
510 years ago

Died
Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

England

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A prominent English historian and author focused on the Protestant Reformation. Authored 'Acts and Monuments', also known as Foxe's Book of Martyrs, which chronicles the sufferings of Protestants in England. The work served as both a historical account and a call to arms for the protestant community. Advocacy for religious reform was evident in writings, significantly shaping English Protestant identity. Spent a considerable part of life in exile due to religious persecution.

Authored 'Acts and Monuments'

Chronicled Protestant martyrdoms

Promoted the Protestant Reformation

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