Peter the Hermit
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Peter the Hermit (c. 1050 – 8 July 1115 or 1131), also known as Little Peter, Peter of Amiens (fr. Pierre d'Amiens) or Peter of Achères (fr. Pierre d'Achères), was a Roman Catholic priest of Amiens and a key figure during the military expedition from France to Jerusalem, known as the People's Crusade. He is by some called Blessed Peter the Hermit,[1] although he has not been beatified in the Catholic Church.[2][3][4]
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Peter the Hermit | |
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Born | c. 1050 Amiens, France |
Died | 8 July 1115 or 1131 |
Religion | Roman Catholic |
Other names | Cucupeter, Little Peter, Peter of Amiens, Peter of Achères |
Occupation | Priest |
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Church | Roman Catholic church |
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