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1582 in Netherlands

Explore 5 historical events and records for Netherlands in 1582.

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Historical records for Netherlands in 1582

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February

19 February 1582

Installation of Anjou

Orange, William · Antwerp · Prince of Orange · Warfare / Dutch Revolt

Supports the installation of Francois, Duke of Anjou, in Antwerp

19 February 1582

Joyous Entry

Valois, Francois · Antwerp · Duke of Anjou · Warfare / Dutch Revolt

Makes his Joyous Entry into Antwerp as the Netherlands seek a new sovereign

March

18 March 1582

Assassination Attempt

Jauregui, Juan · Antwerp · Attacker of William of Orange · Warfare / Dutch Revolt

Shoots William of Orange in an unsuccessful assassination attempt and is killed on the spot

18 March 1582

Assassination Attempt

Orange, William · Antwerp · Prince of Orange · Warfare / Dutch Revolt

Survives the pistol attack by Juan de Jauregui

May

5 May 1582

Death of Charlotte Bourbon

Bourbon, Charlotte · Antwerp · Princess of Orange · House / House of Bourbon

Dies after nursing William of Orange following the assassination attempt

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