October 25 – Crispin and Crispian and the baron of Renty

Martyrs of the Early Church who were beheaded during the reign of Diocletian; the date of their execution is given as 25 October, 285 or 286. It is stated that they were brothers, but the fact has not been positively proved. The legend relates that they were Romans of distinguished descent who went as missionaries … Continue reading October 25 – Crispin and Crispian and the baron of Renty