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Jan Hus – Czech Reformer

The 14th and 15th centuries were a dangerous time for continental Europeans to oppose the Catholic church.  Jan Hus lived at a time when the Papacy dominated religious affairs and dissent was a serious crime.  It was also an era … Continue reading

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Sir Christopher Wren – Architect of St Paul’s Cathedral

Sir Christopher Wren is one of Britain’s  most highly regarded architects who designed many of the churches we see in London today.  However, he is probably best known for designing St Paul’s Cathedral.  Read on to find out a bit … Continue reading

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David Livingstone – Scottish Missionary, Doctor and Explorer

David Livingstone was born on 19th March 1813 and began work at the age of 10 in the local cotton mill, which meant school lessons were relegated to the evenings.  At the age of 23, he began to study theology … Continue reading

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