John Story
English martyr and religious figure
Born
1504
521 years ago
Died
June 1st, 1571
453 years ago — 67 years old
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
England
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Executed for treason in 1571 due to opposition to the Protestant Reformation in England. Story was a Roman Catholic who resisted the religious changes implemented under Queen Elizabeth I. Notably, he was a member of the clergy who maintained loyalty to the Pope. His martyrdom was celebrated by Catholic communities and contributed to the narratives of persecution during that era.
Executed for treason for opposing the Reformation
Maintained loyalty to the Pope during his advocacy
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