SIR THOMAS MORE (feb 7, 1478 – jul 6, 1535)
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Thomas More, in full Sir Thomas More, also called Saint Thomas More, (born February 7, 1478, London, England—died July 6, 1535, London; canonized May 19, 1935; feast day June 22), English humanist and statesman, chancellor of England (1529–32), who was beheaded for refusing to accept King Henry VIII as head of the Church of England. He is recognized as a saint by the Roman Catholic Church.Added to timeline:
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feb 7, 1478
jul 6, 1535
~ 57 years