Protestants burned at the stake for refusing to deny their faith, Smithfield, London, 1556. Artist: Unknown

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A priest, 4 laymen and 2 women burned at the stake at Smithfield, London, 27 January 1556, for refusing to deny their Protestant belief. Reign of Mary I (Bloody Mary). Wood engraving 1848.

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Size: 2571px × 4074px
Location: World,Europe,United Kingdom,England,Greater London,London,City of London
Photo credit: © Ann Ronan Picture Library/Heritage-Images / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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