Births on January 31

John Francis Regis

Born on January 31, 1597

John Francis Regis, French priest and saint (d. 1640)

Jean-François Régis, commonly known as Saint John Francis Regis and Saint Regis, (31 January 1597 – 31 December 1640), was a French priest of the Society of Jesus, recognized as a saint by the Roman Catholic Church in 1737. A tireless preacher, Regis is best known for his work with at-risk women and orphans.

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Events on 1597

5 Feb

Twenty-six Martyrs of Japan
A group of early Japanese Christians are killed by the new government of Japan for being seen as a threat to Japanese society.
24 Jun

Banten (town)
The first Dutch voyage to the East Indies reaches Banten, Java.[citation needed]
26 Oct

Battle of Myeongnyang
Imjin War: Admiral Yi Sun-sin routs the Japanese Navy of 300 ships with only 13 ships at the Battle of Myeongnyang.

Births on January 31

John Francis Regis

Born on January 31, 1597

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Events on 1597

Twenty-six Martyrs of Japan

Banten (town)

Battle of Myeongnyang