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1639 in Netherlands

Explore 2 historical events and records for Netherlands in 1639.

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Historical records for Netherlands in 1639

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October

21 October 1639

Battle of Downs

Tromp, Martin Van · Downs · Admiral · Warfare / Thirty Years War

Defeats the Spanish fleet under Antonio de Oquendo

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1639

Mayor of Amsterdam

Pancras, Gerbrand Claesz · Amsterdam · Mayor of Amsterdam · Government / Amsterdam Regency

Begins serving as Mayor of Amsterdam during the 1639-1649 municipal term.

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