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1521

Henry VIII11 November 1521

Religion / Roman Catholic Church

Pope Leo X confers "Fidei Defensor" on Henry VIII, used today by the monarchy. Awarded "Defender of the Faith" for his "Defence of the Seven Sacraments" by Leo X

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Henry VIII

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