Martin of Tours

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Martin of Tours was the third bishop of Tours. He is the patron saint of many communities and organizations across Europe, including France's Third Republic. A native of Pannonia, he converted to Christianity at a young age. He served in the Roman cavalry in Gaul, but left military service prior to 361, when he became a disciple of Hilary of Poitiers, establishing the monastery at Ligugé. He was consecrated as Bishop of Caesarodunum (Tours) in 371. As bishop, he was active in the suppression of the remnants of Gallo-Roman religion.

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A male given name from Latin originally given in honor of a fourth century soldier-saint.. Etymology: From Martin, from t=of or like Mars” or “little Mars, nocat=1. See Mārs for further etymology.

The name Martin is of English origin, meaning "A male given name from Latin originally given in honor of a fourth century soldier-saint.. Etymology: From Martin, from t=of or like Mars” or “little Mars, nocat=1. See Mārs for further etymology.". It is traditionally a male name.

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