Nicholas Shaxton
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Nicholas Shaxton (c. 1485 – 1556) was Bishop of Salisbury. For a time, he had been a Reformer, but recanted this position, returning to the Roman faith. Under Henry VIII, he attempted to persuade other Protestant leaders to also recant. Under Mary I, he took part in several heresy trials of those who became Protestant martyrs.
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Nicholas Shaxton | |
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Born | c. 1485 |
Died | 1556 (aged 70–71) |
Resting place | Gonville Hall |
Nationality | English |
Occupation | Bishop of Salisbury |
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