The whole of Europe was shocked by the murder. Henry walked barefoot from London to Canterbury to show he was sorry. Some people thought Becket had brought his death upon himself because he wanted to become a martyr (someone who dies for their faith). After his death Becket was made a saint and Canterbury Cathedral became a shrine for pilgrims to visit. The fact that so many people thought Becket was a saint affected the way they wrote about him after his death. Historians have found it hard to find accounts of the events of 1170 which are not in favour of Becket. You will see this for yourself!

The top illustration is from a Book of Hours called 'The Hastings Hours', 1170-1285.

The bottom picture shows the seal of Canterbury Cathedral from 1232 and features the martyrdom of Thomas Becket.