Approval of Peat Barge Plan
Maurice approved the plan to infiltrate Breda Castle using soldiers concealed beneath peat.
Role range: 1568-1648
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Maurice of Nassau Biography and Timeline
Follow Maurice of Nassau through 4 dated historical records for Netherlands.
Maurice of Nassau, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
4Distinct records
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1590–1624Years on this page
1590
Entry into Breda
Maurice entered Breda after the peat-barge assault secured the castle and forced surrender.
Role range: 1568-1648
1591
Fortification of Breda
Maurice ordered Breda's defences modernised following the surprise recapture.
Role range: 1568-1648 – 1591-1624
1624
Relief of Breda
Maurice attempted to disrupt Spinola's siege without risking a decisive battle.
Role range: 1568-1648 – 1585-1625
Records, sources and methodology
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