Going on a religious mission across borders to spread the word of God is not something for everyone. But ever since the early days of Christianity, missionaries have traveled to faraway lands to spread the gospel and try to convert other peoples to their faith. Of course, this has not been without controversy. That said, certain figures stand out amongst the history of missionaries.
In this gallery, we bring you some of history's most famous missionaries, whose legacy is still present to this day. Click on and get to know them.