Relief Operations at Breda1625
Frederick Henry continued Dutch efforts to relieve Breda after succeeding Maurice.
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Frederick Henry of Orange Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for Frederick Henry of Orange, based on 5 World History Database records associated with Netherlands.
5 records1625–16375 events1 places
Chronological biography
1625
Failure to Relieve BredaMay 1625
Frederick Henry could not break Spinola's fortified siege system before the garrison capitulated.
1637
Circumvallation of Breda1637
Frederick Henry enclosed Breda with siege lines and fortified camps.
Siege of Breda Begins21 July 1637
Frederick Henry opened the Dutch siege intended to recover Breda from Spanish control.
Capitulation of Breda10 October 1637
Frederick Henry accepted Breda's capitulation and allowed the garrison an honourable withdrawal.
Titles and roles
Prince · Captain General
Record provenance
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