Deaths on July 15

John Ball (priest)

Died on July 15, 1381

John Ball, English Lollard priest

John Ball (c. 1338 – 15 July 1381) was an English priest who took a prominent part in the Peasants' Revolt of 1381. Although he is often associated with John Wycliffe and the Lollard movement, Ball was actively preaching 'articles contrary to the faith of the church' at least a decade before Wycliffe started attracting attention.

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Events on 1381

13 Jun

Savoy Palace
The Peasants' Revolt led by Wat Tyler culminated in the burning of the Savoy Palace.
14 Jun

Peasants' Revolt
Richard II of England meets leaders of Peasants' Revolt on Blackheath. The Tower of London is stormed by rebels who enter without resistance.
15 Jul

Peasants' Revolt
John Ball, a leader in the Peasants' Revolt, is hanged, drawn and quartered in the presence of King Richard II of England.