Saint Jane Antide Thouret, also known as Joan Antide Thouret, Jeanne Antide Thouret, and Giovanna Antida Thouret, was born on 27 November 1765 in Sancy-le-Long, in the diocese of Besançon, France. She grew up in a humble family, the daughter of a tanner. Tragedy struck her life at the age of 16 when her mother passed away, leaving Jane to assume the responsibilities of managing the family and...