What Happened in April 1636

Historical Events

Siege of Schenkenschans

Apr 29 Prince Frederick Henry occupies Schenkenschans fortress after a nine-month siege during the Dutch Revolt

Famous Birthdays

  • Apr 29 Esaias Reusner, German lutenist and composer, born in Lwówek Śląski, Poland (d. 1679)

Famous Deaths

  • Apr 18 Julius Caesar, English lawyer and judge, dies at 78