Despite being the patron saint of Ireland, Patrick wasn't actually Irish. Born in Roman Britain in the late 4th century, he was kidnapped by pirates at the age of 16 and taken to Ireland as a slave. After escaping years later, he returned home only to have a vision calling him back to the Emerald Isle as a missionary. He is credited with bringing Christianity to the Irish people, often using ...
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