While the term "first" often implies a single individual, historical records indicate that multiple Catholic Uganda Martyrs were killed on the earliest documented date of martyrdom, June 3, 1886. These individuals collectively hold the distinction of being among the first Catholic martyrs in Uganda to die for their faith.
The provided records list several martyrs who met their end on this significant day, demonstrating profound courage and devotion. Their martyrdom is a cornerstone event in the history of Catholicism in Uganda.
The Catholic Uganda Martyrs killed on June 3, 1886, include:
Name | Date of Death |
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Achilleus Kewanuka | 3 June 1886 |
Adolphus Ludigo-Mukasa | 3 June 1886 |
Ambrose Kibuuka Katekamu | 3 June 1886 |
Anatoli Kirigwajjo | 3 June 1886 |
These individuals, along with other martyrs who perished on the same day and in the preceding and subsequent periods, are revered for their unwavering faith in the face of persecution.