Martyrs of Compiègne
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The Martyrs of Compiègne were the 16 members of the Carmel of Compiègne, France: 11 Discalced Carmelite nuns, three lay sisters, and two externs. Wikipedia
Beatified: 27 May 1906, Saint Peter's Basilica, Kingdom of Italy, by Pope Pius X
Born: 1715–1765, Various
Died: 17 July 1794, Place du Trône Renversé (modern day Place de la Nation), Paris, France
Martyred by: The Committee of Public Safety of the National Convention of Revolutionary France
Notable martyrs: Blessed Teresa of St. Augustine, OCD; Rose-Chrétien de la Neuville, OCD
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