Becket appointed Archbishop of Canterbury
1162
Becket opposed Henry’s church reforms, known as the ‘Constitutions of Clarendon’
1164
Henry accused Becket of treason
1164
Becket flees into exile in France
1164
Becket threatens Henry II with excommunication
1167
Becket returns from exile in France. His return is popular amongst the people.
1170
Becket excommunicates Bishop Foliot for coronating Henry’s son. It was Becket’s job.
1170
Becket excommunicates Bishop Foliot for coronating Henry’s son. It was Becket’s job.
1170
Becket is murdered by 5 knights at Canterbury Cathedral
1170
Becket is made a saint. Canterbury Cathedral becomes a destination for pilgrimages.
1173