On 6 October 1557, John Capon, also known as John Salcot, died, probably of influenza.
His career charts the shifting winds of Tudor religion: Benedictine monk, abbot, court preacher, reformer under Henry VIII and Edward VI, and Catholic persecutor under Mary I.
Was he a survivor, an opportunist, or both?
In today’s “On This Day” we explore how one bishop’s career became a case study in Tudor adaptability.
What do you think: principled conformer or clerical chameleon? Share your thoughts below!
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