Lost English saint is found again: New evidence shows 12th century Archbishop of York did achieve sainthood after it was assumed for centuries that he had been passed over

An entry in a 15th century manuscript has provided 'unambiguous proof' that Thurstan, who was Archbishop of York from 1114 to 1140, achieved sainthood, contrary to previous beliefs.

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