Martin was born in Hungary in the 4th century and grew
up in Pavia (Italy). As a Roman soldier like his father
he was stationed e.g. in Amiens (France), Milan (Italy)
and Trier (Germany). After leaving the army he
travelled and preached through western Gaul until he
was acclaimed bishop of Tours at the river Loire
(France). Martin has become one of the most familiar
and recognizable Christian saints in France and is
patron saint of many...(+)
Martin was born in Hungary in the 4th century and grew
up in Pavia (Italy). As a Roman soldier like his father
he was stationed e.g. in Amiens (France), Milan (Italy)
and Trier (Germany). After leaving the army he
travelled and preached through western Gaul until he
was acclaimed bishop of Tours at the river Loire
(France). Martin has become one of the most familiar
and recognizable Christian saints in France and is
patron saint of many communities and organizations
across Europe, where his feast is celebrated on 11th
November. He is best known for the account of using his
military sword to cut his cloak in two, to give half to
a beggar clad only in rags in the depth of winter.
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