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1561 in Latvia

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Historical records for Latvia in 1561

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November

28 November 1561

Duchy Created

Kettler, Gotthard · Riga · Duke of Courland · Government / Duchy of Courland and Semigallia

Kettler becomes Duke of Courland and Semigallia

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