The term "English Martyrs" refers to a group of individuals who were executed in England for their Catholic faith during the Reformation and subsequent periods of religious persecution. Many of these martyrs were priests, laypeople, and religious figures who refused to renounce their beliefs or accept the authority of the Church of England. Their sacrifices are commemorated by the Catholic Church, which recognizes them as saints. Among the most notable English Martyrs are Saint Thomas More, a lawyer and statesman, and Saint John Fisher, a bishop. Both were executed under the reign of King Henry VIII for opposing the king's separation from the Catholic Church. Their stories highlight the struggles faced by Catholics in England during a time of significant religious upheaval.