Saint Dunstan was an influential figure in medieval England, known for his roles as a statesman, scholar, and ecclesiastic. He served as the Archbishop of Canterbury and was a key advisor to several kings, including King Edgar and King Ethelred. Dunstan was also a skilled metalworker and is often depicted with a pair of tongs, referencing a legend in which he is said to have used tongs to grab the devil by the nose. He is revered as a saint in the Catholic Church and the Anglican Communion, and is celebrated for his contributions to the church and his efforts to reform monastic life.