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Arrival of François, Duke of Anjou, in the Netherlands

When
1582
Where
Flushing
Episodes
1

François, Duke of Anjou, arrived in the Netherlands on 10 February 1582, fulfilling a 1580 treaty. William the Silent officially welcomed him in Flushing, marking a significant diplomatic moment in the Dutch Revolt.

Episodes

  1. 10 February 1582 · FlushingOfficial Welcome in Flushing

    Anjou arrived on 10 February 1582 and was officially welcomed by William the Silent in Flushing.

Background and detail

The Arrival. Anjou did not arrive immediately after the treaty. He reached the Netherlands on 10 February 1582. William the Silent personally received him in Flushing, an event described as an official welcome that solidified their political and military partnership.

People involved

Sources

  1. Francis, Duke of Anjou Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-30
  2. William the Silent Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-13

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