Death of Alba
Has Hoorn executed, a loyal Roman Catholic subject. Has Egmont executed, a loyal Roman Catholic subject
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1568 in Spain
Explore 10 historical events and records for Spain in 1568.
Historical records for Spain in 1568
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June
Execution
Has Hoorn executed, a loyal Roman Catholic subject. Has Egmont executed, a loyal Roman Catholic subject
July
Battle of Jemmingen
Wishes to destroy the army of "Beggars" & crush an effective force of Dutch rebels. The rebels lose 7,000 killed compared to Spains 80
Battle of Jemmingen
Alva moves into the north Netherlands, entices Louis into Battle & defeats him
Death of Carlos
Death of Carlos, 7 months after being arrested by his father Philip II
Death of Philip II
Death of Carlos, Philips son, 7 months after being arrested
October
Battle of Jodoigne
Destroys the rear of Williams Army forcing him back to Germany
Other events (month unknown)
Arrest of Carlos
Arrested by his father, Philip II
Arrest of Don Carlos
Has his son Carlos arrested
Plot
Philip II accuses his son Carlos of sedition & trying to usurp the throne
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