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What Happened in August 1559

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Historical Events

William I Appointed Stadtholder

Aug 9 William I of Orange appointed Stadtholder of Holland, Zealand and Utrecht by King Philip II of Spain

Leader of the Dutch Revolt William I of Orange
King of Spain Philip II of Spain
  • Aug 14 Spanish explorer de Luna lands in Pensacola Bay, Fla
  • Aug 22 Spanish archbishop Bartholome de Carranza arrested as heretic
Events in 1559

Famous Deaths

Paul IV (1476-1559)

Aug 18 Pope (1555-59), dies at 83

Paul IV

Famous People by Generation

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