History Shorts: Augustine arrives in Kent (597)

Pope Gregory the Great chose Augustine to Christianize Britain.  Christianity had taken root in Kent,so Augustine began his mission there. Augustine became the first Archbishop of Canterbury and founder of the English church. His early efforts eventually led to the Christian conquest of the British Isles. He died in 604.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lIu5UYa_c2E

Gregory becomes Pope (590)

It was the height of the Dark Ages. Gregory the Great was the most prolific writer among the Popes up to this time. He created the modern mass, wrote music, and re-energized missionary work. Gregory also was a solid diplomat, humanitarian, and created Gregorian chant. All in the midst of the Dark Ages!

Bio:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WzyO0PSi1xA