England: Puritan John Jewel was Born
On this day in 1522, John Jewel, the English Bishop of Salisbury was born. He studied at Oxford.
Jewel was known to the early English Reformers, including Thomas Cranmer and Nicholas Ridley who were both martyred for their faith. Though he signed Catholic articles of faith, he fled to Continental Europe.
Under Elizabeth I, Jewel returned to England, where he became involved in the Elizabethan reforms to the Church of England.
For more, visit:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Jewel
Book:
The Life of Bishop Jewel, by Charles Webb Le Bas
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On this day in 1522, John Jewel, the English Bishop of Salisbury was born. He studied at Oxford.
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