Thomas More Timeline

By jake_pontelandolfo
  • Oct 6, 1478

    More was born

    Thomas More was born on 7 February 1478 In London, England To John More
  • Jan 8, 1516

    Utopia is published

    More published his most important and famous book, Utopia. The exact date is unknown.
  • Oct 6, 1521

    More was knighted

    More was knighted by Catherine of Aragon in 1521. The exact date is unknown
  • Aug 1, 1534

    Refused Oath of Sucession

    More refused to take the oath that King Henry VIII was the surpreme head of the church.
  • Oct 6, 1535

    Excecuted

    More was executed by King Henry VIII for refusing to take the oath of sucession.