Monday, March 1, 2010

Thomas A. Becket


Thomas A. Becket was born in London, December 21, 1118. He was Archbishop of Canterbury under King Henry II from 1162 until his death in 1170. He was viewed as a saint and a martyr by the Catholic Church and the Anglican Communion. Becket was assassinated in December 29, 1170 by followers of the king in Canterbury Cathedral.

2 comments:

  1. I like your post and the picture you chose for it, its really neat.
    Oh and by the way your blog is really cool! Your picture from the lake is pretty.

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