List of Famous people with last name Becket

Thomas Becket

First Name Thomas

Last Name Becket

Born on December 21, 1119

Died on December 29, 1170 (aged 51)

Born in United Kingdom, England, City of London

Thomas Becket, also known as Saint Thomas of Canterbury, Thomas of London and later Thomas à Becket, was Archbishop of Canterbury from 1162 until his murder in 1170. He is venerated as a saint and martyr by both the Catholic Church and the Anglican Communion. He engaged in conflict with Henry II, King of England, over the rights and privileges of the Church and was murdered by followers of the king in Canterbury Cathedral. Soon after his death, he was canonised by Pope Alexander III.

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Welton Becket

Welton David Becket

First Name Welton

Born on August 8, 1902

Died on January 16, 1969 (aged 66)

Born in United States of America, Washington

Welton David Becket was an American modern architect who designed many buildings in Los Angeles, California.

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Gilbert Becket

First Name Gilbert

Last Name Becket

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