Episode 2 of 5
Ghent Takes Up Arms
- When
- 28 October 1451
- Where
- Ghent
- Part of
- Ghent War of 1449–1453
On 28 October 1451, Ghent guilds proclaimed a general strike and took up arms against Philip.
Following Philip's demand to punish three citizens, the Ghent guilds escalated the conflict. On 28 October 1451, they proclaimed a general strike and took up arms, marking the transition from political dispute to open rebellion against the Duke.
Sources
- Ghent War (1449–1453) Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-22
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