What Happened in April 1625

Historical Events

Wallenstein Supreme Commander

Apr 7 Albrecht von Wallenstein appointed German supreme commander by Holy Roman Emperor Ferdinand II

Stadtholder Frederick Henry

Apr 23 Prince Frederick Henry appointed Stadtholder of Holland, Zeeland, Utrecht, Guelders, and Overijssel


Famous Weddings

Frederick Henry

Apr 4 Viceroy Frederick Henry marries Amalia countess von Solms-Braunfels

Famous Deaths

  • Apr 23 Maurice of Nassau, Dutch nobleman (Prince of Orange, 1918-25), dies at 57
  • Apr 27 Mori Terumoto, Japanese warrior, dies at 72