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Sir Thomas More: Scholar, Statesman, and Martyr

Instability remained a common theme throughout English history, especially in the years of 1400-1600. The King's reign of England would usually determine the stability of the realm. When wars broke out, taxes were increased and society became unstable. Those who appeased the King were placed above others, while those who dissatisfied him would meet the blade. That was well understood by the people in the realm of England. Sir Thomas More was an Englishman whom personified the instability of the time. Sir Thomas More was a popular scholar and statesman who towards the latter part of his life became a martyr for his beliefs. The following paper will explore the life and ideas of Sir Thomas More as well as his personality which led him to become a martyr during the reign of Henry VIII.
Sir Thomas More was born during a time of great instability in England. He was born on February 7, 1478 in the heart of London, Milk Street.......

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