Michiel 2005's photos with the keyword: smeekschrift der edelen

Rijksmuseum 2019 – 80 Years’ War – Smeekschrift der edelen

Rijksmuseum 2019 – 80 Years’ War – Smeekschrift de…

Michiel 2005
26 Mar 2019 89
In 1566 the lower nobility (Compromise of Nobles) petitioned the governor Margaretha of Parma to end the persecution of the protestants. The nobility was called “gueux” (beggars) by Charles de Berlaymont. They adopted that name as badge of honour.
Nationaal Militair Museum 2018 – The Request of the Nobles

Nationaal Militair Museum 2018 – The Request of th…

Michiel 2005
01 Sep 2018 46
In 1566 the Dutch nobles requested a relaxation of the laws against the protestants.