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This week in Christian history: First Catholic cathedral in US; Jan Hus martyred

By Michael Gryboski, Editor Twitter
A 2007 photo of The Basilica of the Assumption of Baltimore, Maryland, which is also known as the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
A 2007 photo of The Basilica of the Assumption of Baltimore, Maryland, which is also known as the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. | Public Domain

Throughout the extensive history of the Church, numerous events of lasting significance have occurred.

Each week marks anniversaries of milestones, tragedies, triumphs, notable births and deaths.

Some events, spanning more than 2,000 years of history, might be familiar, while others may be unknown to many.

The following pages highlight anniversaries of memorable events from this week in Christian history, including the consecration of Pope Martin I, the execution of Jan Hus and the laying of the cornerstone for the United States’ first Catholic cathedral.

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