Francis Nicholson
Francis Nicholson was a colonial governor of Maryland known for his strong anti-Catholic sentiments during the late 17th century. He played a significant role in closing the Brick Chapel, the first major brick church in Maryland, in 1704, marking a pivotal moment in the history of religious freedom in the region.
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A Protestant governor, Francis Nicholson, was very anti-Catholic and mentioned the existence of a good brick chapel at Saint Mary's.
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