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What year did Thomas Becket become Archbishop of Canterbury?

  • 1145

  • 1162

  • 1180

  • 1201

Answer

In 1162, Thomas Becket ascended to the position of Archbishop of Canterbury, a significant role within the English church. He is remembered for his tumultuous relationship with King Henry II, leading to his eventual martyrdom in 1170, which subsequently elevated his status as a saint and solidified his place in history.
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