Bernkopff, Leonhard (d. 1542)
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Leonhard Bernkopff (Bärnkopf), an Anabaptist martyr, was burned at the stake with unusual cruelty in 1542 at Salzburg because he persisted in his faith.
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| Author(s) | Christian Hege |
|---|---|
| Date Published | 1953 |
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