Oliver Plunkett
Archbishop and Saint of Ireland
Born
November 1st, 1625
399 years ago
Died
July 1st, 1681
343 years ago — 55 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Ireland
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Born in 1625, served as the Archbishop of Armagh and Primate of All Ireland. His tenure coincided with a time of religious strife and persecution in Ireland. Plunkett was a staunch defender of Catholicism and worked to strengthen the faith among the Irish people. In 1679, he was arrested on charges of conspiring against the English government and was later executed in 1681. Plunkett was canonized in 1975, recognized for his unwavering commitment to his faith and his role as a martyr.
Served as Archbishop of Armagh
Canonized as a saint in 1975
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