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“Play the man, Mastre Ridley; we shall this day light such a cndle, by God's grace in England, as I trust shall never be put out.”

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Hugh Latimer
Hugh Latimer

Hugh Latimer, born in 1487 in England, was an important figure during the English Reformation, serving as the Bishop of Worcester. He played a crucial role in the Reformation, supporting King Henry VIII's break with the Roman Catholic Church and promoting Protestant doctrines. more

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