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What Happened This Year 1505

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Born in 1505

Philip Hoby

English general and diplomat
Born
1505 520 years ago
Died
May 31st, 1558 466 years ago — 53 years old

Served as a general in the English army and held the position of ambassador to the court of the Holy Roman Empire. Participated in military campaigns under King Henry VIII, contributing to various military strategies. Played a significant role in diplomacy during the reign of Edward VI, engaging with foreign powers to strengthen England's political alliances.

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Richard Davies

Welsh bishop and scholar
Born
1505 520 years ago
Died
November 7th, 1581 443 years ago — 76 years old

Served as the Bishop of St Asaph and contributed significantly to the Protestant Reformation in Wales. Engaged in scholarship, providing insights into biblical texts and church doctrine. Influenced the establishment of the Welsh Bible translation efforts and supported the education of clergy. Played a key role in promoting Protestant ideologies during a transformative period in Welsh history.

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