Historical Events
- Duke of Alva oversees beheading of 18 nobles in Brussels as part of Council of Troubles/Council of Blood
Famous Deaths
- 18 nobles beheaded in Brussels for treason and heresy by Duke of Alva and authority of Council of Troubles
- Gijsbert van Bronkhorst-Batenburg, calvinist leader, beheaded
Died in 1568 1568 Highlights
About June 1, 1568
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 455 years, 11 months and 4 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Gemini
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