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Capture of Brielle
- When
- 1 April 1572
- Where
- Brielle
Watergeuzen occupy the undefended port of Brielle, establishing a rebel foothold.
On 1 April 1572, the Watergeuzen fleet, led by William van der Marck, found the port of Brielle undefended and occupied it. This event provided the first land foothold for the rebels and triggered a new revolt throughout the Netherlands.
Sources
- Capture of Brielle Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-22
- Martyrs of Gorkum Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-03
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