AngloProtestants

AngloProtestants refers to people of English ancestry who adhere to Protestant Christianity. This term emerged during periods of religious and political upheaval in England, particularly following the English Reformation. Initially, it broadly encompassed various Protestant denominations that originated or became established in England, including Anglicans, Puritans, Baptists, and others. The term highlights both ethnic and religious identity, often distinguishing these individuals from Catholic groups, especially within English society and its historical overseas colonies.

Historically, AngloProtestants have played a significant role in the cultural, political, and social development of England and countries with substantial English diaspora, such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. The specific religious affiliations within the AngloProtestant group have evolved over time, with Anglicanism (the Church of England) often being a central or defining element for many, though other Protestant traditions also became prominent among those of English heritage. The concept carries connotations of a shared heritage and, at times, a perceived cultural or social dominance in certain historical contexts.