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What Happened in January 1578

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Historical Events

  • Jan 31 Battle of Gembloux (Gembloers); Spanish forces win decisive victor over coalition rebel forces

Famous Birthdays

  • Jan 28 Cornelis Haga, Dutch lawyer and ambassador to Constantinople (1611-39) (d. 1654)
Born in 1578

Famous Sports Stars

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