Guy Fawkes lived in the late 16th and early 17th century; he was born in 1570 and died on 31 January 1606.

Quick Scoop

  • Birth: Guy Fawkes was born in York, England, in 1570, with most modern references giving a more precise likely birth date of 13 April 1570.
  • Death: He was executed in Westminster, London, on 31 January 1606, after the failure of the Gunpowder Plot.
  • Why he’s remembered: Fawkes is best known for his role in the Gunpowder Plot of 1605, an attempt by a group of Catholic conspirators to blow up the English Parliament and kill King James I.
  • Ongoing legacy: The failed plot is still marked each year in the UK on 5 November, commonly called Guy Fawkes Night or Bonfire Night, with bonfires and fireworks.

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