Guy Fawkes

Criminal

Birthday April 13, 1570

Birth Sign Aries

Birthplace England

DEATH DATE Jan 31, 1606 (35)

About

English soldier who was executed for the failed Gunpowder Plot assassination attempt on King James I of England in 1605.

Before Fame

He attended St. Peter's School, which helped solidify his Catholic Faith.

Trivia

His failed Gunpowder Plot is the reason for England's annual Guy Fakes Night bonfire/firework celebration.

Family Life

He had three siblings.

Associated With

He attempted to assassinate King James I, the son of Mary Queen of Scots.