Peter Stuyvesant Biography

Historical biography and chronological timeline for Peter Stuyvesant, based on 2 World History Database records associated with Netherlands.

2 records1663–16642 events2 places

Chronological biography

1663

Second Esopus War7 June 1663

Warfare / Second Esopus War · Director General · New Netherland

Responds after Esopus warriors attack Wiltwyck and renew war in New Netherland.

1664

Surrender of New Amsterdam8 September 1664

Warfare / Conquest of New Netherland · Director General · New Amsterdam

Surrenders New Amsterdam to Richard Nicolls after English ships enter the harbour.

Titles and roles

Director General

Record provenance

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