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Official website for this famous church in Trafalgar Square, London, designed by James Gibbs, and consecrated in 1726. Brief information about the history of the building.

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Martin, St (c. 316-397), bishop of Tours and patron saint of France, who established monasticism in Gaul. Born the son of a Roman solidier in Szombathely, Hungary, Martin was converted to Christianity at the age of ten. Upon his discharge from the Roman army he went to Poitiers, and became a disciple of St Hilary, bishop of Poitiers and a leading opponent of Arianism. After a period in Italy, Martin rejoined Hilary and founded the first monastery in Gaul at Ligugé. In 371 Martin, against his will, was named bishop of Tours. While serving as bishop, he established a monastery at Marmoutier that became an important religious centre. Martin continued his missionary work in Touraine and throughout Gaul. Many miracles are attributed to him. According to tradition, he offered half of his cloak to a beggar at Amiens and afterwards experienced a vision of Christ relating the charitable act to the angels. His feast day is November 11 (Martinmas).